NEMA wins NIPR’s Most Outstanding Crisis Communication in Government Award 

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Lagos state chapter, has recognised the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) with the award of Most Outstanding Crisis Communication in Government for the agency’s flood preparedness and response campaign in 2024.

A statement signed by head, NEMA Press Unit, Manzo Ezekiel, said the award was presented by chairman of the state chapter of NIPR, Mrs Comfort Obot Nwankwo, to the director general, NEMA, Mrs Zubaida Umar, Wednesday in Abuja.

 In her remarks, the NIPR chairman said the selection of NEMA was arrived at after a  rigorous assessment in which it was found that the agency’s “campaign stood out for its innovative and effective communication strategies, utilising digital platforms, public engagement, and timely updates to educate the public and coordinate responses during Nigeria’s annual flood seasons.”

Responding, the director general, NEMA, Mrs Zubaida Umar, appreciated the NIPR for the award and dedicated it to staff of the agency across the country for their commitment to work. 

She reiterated the commitment of the Agency to continue to enhance its public sensitization on the dangers of common disasters in the country and promote risk management among the people.