Nigerian Institute of Public Relations
Annual Nigeria Public Relations Awards & Prizes
Recognising Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity in Nigerian Public Relations
Explore Categories#ICEPRAwards · Integrity — Creativity — Excellence
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Award Categories
2026
Inaugural Edition
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Pillars
7 December 2026
Awards Ceremony
About
The PRICE Awards
The Annual Nigeria Public Relations Awards & Prizes is an initiative of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) — the nation's foremost body for professional communicators, reputation managers, and image builders.
Established to recognise excellence, innovation, and ethical leadership in public relations practice, the Awards serve as the highest honour in Nigeria's PR industry, celebrating individuals and organisations that demonstrate outstanding creativity, impact, and integrity in communication.
Guided by the values of Integrity, Creativity, and Excellence (ICE), the Awards are designed to:
- Set new benchmarks for professional standards in PR and communications.
- Promote innovation and ethical practice across sectors.
- Enhance the visibility and global reputation of Nigerian PR.
- Inspire young professionals and encourage continuous learning.
Through a transparent judging process, independent jury oversight, and a digital submission system linked to the NIPR website, the Awards ensure credibility and fairness at every stage.
In collaboration with global and local partners such as APRA, CIPR, PRCA, ICCO, and leading media organisations, the NIPR aims to position the Awards as a world‑class celebration of excellence within Africa's communication landscape.
The initiative also includes the establishment of the ICE PR Hall of Fame — a legacy platform to honour trailblazers and preserve the history of Nigeria's PR evolution.
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NIPR Prize Award 2026
Happening on 7th December 2026 at Abuja Continental Hotel
Join distinguished professionals, leaders, and changemakers for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence in Public Relations.
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Celebrating outstanding achievements in communication and public relations.
Overview
The Story So Far
About NIPR
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), led by Dr. Ike Neliaku (FNIPR), is launching a prestigious industry awards programme to celebrate excellence in PR.
The Initiative
This initiative is guided by global standards, aiming to reward innovation, inspire professionalism, and showcase Nigeria's PR talent on the world stage.
Why It Matters
With global recognition and high standards, this awards programme seeks to elevate Nigerian PR practice, fostering excellence and inspiring new benchmarks in the industry.
A Taste of the Categories
28 Ways to Be Recognised
From agencies to individual practitioners, corporate campaigns to public‑sector communication — 22 competitive categories across four Pillars, the PRICE Grand Prix, and the NIPR Special Honours. Here's a small sample of what's on offer.
Pillar I
PR Professional of the Year
For the practitioner who demonstrates exceptional professional competence, strategic value and results.
Pillar II
AI-Powered PR Excellence
For outstanding and ethical use of artificial intelligence in PR, insight, content or reputation management.
Pillar III
Reputation Brand of the Year
For an organisation demonstrating sustained excellence in reputation building and stakeholder trust.
Pillar IV
Rising PR Talent of the Year
For an emerging practitioner demonstrating exceptional promise, creativity and early professional achievement.
Ultimate Honour
THE PRICE Grand Prix
Awarded to the highest-scoring entry among the winners of all 22 competitive categories.
Special Honour
NIPR Lifetime Contribution to Public Relations Award
A non-competitive recognition for an exceptional lifetime contribution to the profession.
Getting Started
How to Enter
Review the Categories
Browse all 23 award categories and their eligibility and judging criteria.
Prepare Your Entry
Executive summary, submission document, evidence of results, and supporting media.
Submit Before the Deadline
Entries open 24th August and close 8th October 2026.
Await Jury Review
Independent jury review, followed by nominee announcements in October.
Purpose & Benefits
Why the Awards Exist
The NIPR Awards celebrate creativity, ethics, and excellence in public relations, setting new benchmarks for professionalism and impact in Nigeria's communication industry.
🎖️ Recognise Excellence
Honouring outstanding work and innovation in PR practice.
🌍 Elevate Standards
Encouraging ethical, creative, and impactful communications.
💡 Inspire Growth
Motivating agencies and individuals toward continuous improvement.
🤝 Foster Collaboration
Building partnerships within the Nigerian and global PR ecosystems.
🚀 Empower Youth
Including categories for students and young professionals.
🏆 Strengthen NIPR
Positioning NIPR as a global thought leader in public relations.
Calendar
The PRICE Awards 2026 — Official Calendar
The complete schedule of key milestones leading up to the 2026 PRICE Awards — from call for entries to the grand presentation ceremony.
| Activity | Timeline |
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| Official Call for Entries Announced | Monday, 24th August 2026 |
| Entries Open | Monday, 24th August 2026 |
| Deadline for Submissions | Thursday, 8th October 2026 |
| Compilation and Forwarding to Jury | Friday 9th October – 19th October 2026 |
| Jury Review and Assessment | 20th October – 4th November 2026 |
| Nominee Announcement & Notification | Thursday 5th November – Monday 16th November 2026 |
| Presentation of the PRICE Awards | 7th December 2026 |
Learn more about eligibility, judging criteria, and submission requirements across all PRICE Awards 2026 categories.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enter the PRICE Awards?
Eligibility varies by category — entries are open to PR agencies, corporate communication teams, government institutions, NGOs, media professionals, and individual practitioners. Check each category's eligibility criteria on the categories page.
When do entries open and close?
Entries open Wednesday, 24th August 2026 and close Monday, 8th October 2026. See the full calendar above for the complete schedule through to the ceremony.
How are entries judged?
Through a transparent judging process with independent jury oversight and a digital submission system, ensuring credibility and fairness at every stage.
Where and when is the ceremony?
The PRICE Awards will be presented on 7th December 2026 at the Abuja Continental Hotel.
How can my organisation get involved as a sponsor?
Visit the sponsorship page to see partnership tiers, from Supporting Partner to Legacy Partner, plus the Adopt‑an‑Award initiative.
Stay Informed
Get Updates on the PRICE Awards
Be the first to know when nominations open, when the shortlist is announced, and when tickets to the ceremony go live.
Partner With Us
We invite your esteemed organisation to join us as a sponsor of the inaugural PRICE Awards and position your brand at the heart of Nigeria's premier PR recognition platform.
Next Steps
- 1. Finalise your sponsorship category.
- 2. Confirm your branding elements and deliverables.
- 3. Schedule a pre‑event partnership meeting with our coordination team.
Contact
For sponsorship enquiries and partnership coordination, please reach out to:
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Mrs. Chidimma Awak
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Chief Patrick Ukah
📞 0806 647 9428
Let's collaborate to make the inaugural PRICE Awards a landmark celebration of excellence.