The Governor of Ogun State and Patron of the Chapter, Prince Dapo Abiodun alongside President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, Dr Ike Neliaku and Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo will lead eminent personalities at the second edition of the State chapter Owanbe Nite.
The signature social and cultural event of NIPR schedule for tomorrow, according to a statement issued and signed by Chairman of the 2026 Planning Committee, Owanbe,
Mrs. Adijat Olaleye, will take place at the at the Kayode Egbetokun Event Centre Abeokuta, with the theme, Ariya Galore: Celebrating the Spirit of Oneness, The Owanbe Nite Season 2.
According to the statement, the event is expected to attract the Chief Strategist Chain Reaction Africa, Mr Israel Jaiye Opayemi, Provost Federal College of Education, Abeokuta, Dr Joseph Bankole Filani, Ogun State Head of Service, Mr Olanrewaju Isiak Saka and Dr Nkechi Ali Balogun.
The event will also have in attendance the Towulade of Akinale, Oba Oluseyi Adediran, alongside other prominent stakeholders and personalities.
According to the statement, prominent government officials, traditional rulers, captains of industry, communication professionals, business leaders and other notable personalities from within and outside Ogun State.
To organisers, the nite promises to be an exciting blend of culture, entertainment, networking, recognition and celebration, positioning it as one of the notable social and professional gatherings of Ogun NIPR
Speaking ahead of the celebration, the Chairman of Ogun NIPR, Mrs Oluwaseun Boye, described Owanbe Nite as a strategic initiative designed to demonstrate the broader relevance of public relations through culture, social interaction and relationship-building.
She noted that the event goes beyond the conventional understanding of professional gatherings, to a platform for the expression of identity, culture, networking and showcasing the rich culture of Ogun state through music, dance , cuisines and belief in the power of relationships, adding that as public relations professionals, understanding meaningful connections is built not only in boardrooms and conference halls but also through shared experiences and platforms that bring people together.
“This year’s theme, Ariya Galore: Celebrating the Spirit of Oneness, captures our desire to bring Ogun people together, celebrate our diversity and strengthen the bonds that unite us. We are looking forward to performances from members of the three senatorial districts, recognition of deserving members of the chapter and unveiling the chronicles magazine of the achievements of the tenure as it rounds off after 4 years,” she said.
The maiden edition of Owanbe Nite established a distinctive cultural dimension to the Chapter’s end-of-year activities. Season 2 is expected to build on that foundation, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, cultural promotion, stakeholder engagement and the advancement of public relations beyond its traditional boundaries.
The event red carpet starts by 3pm while main event is expected to kick off by 4:00 p.m.
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