NIPR Inducts NUJ FCT Chair Grace Ike, As She Pledges Ethical Leadership in Public Communication

Grace Ike, Chair of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council, has been formally inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), pledging to uphold ethical leadership and professionalism in public communication. Her induction marks a significant career milestone, bridging her journalism roots with a new chapter in strategic public relations.

NIPR Inducts NUJ FCT Chair Grace Ike, As She Pledges Ethical Leadership in Public Communication

On March 20, 2026, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) inducted Grace Ike, the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, into its fold.

The ceremony, held in Abuja, was part of the institute’s first quarter induction of new members, where Ike joined 421 professionals admitted into the body. 

Grace Ike described her induction as both a personal achievement and a professional expansion. She emphasized that the honor represents a bridge between her long-standing career in journalism and her forward march into the dynamic world of public relations.

According to her, the transition is not a departure from journalism but an extension of her commitment to strategic communication and ethical leadership. 

In her remarks, Ike pledged to promote trust, credibility, and professionalism in Nigeria’s communication landscape. She highlighted the importance of ethical leadership in shaping public narratives, stressing that journalists and public relations practitioners must work together to strengthen public confidence in information dissemination.

Ike’s  vision aligns with NIPR’s mission to uphold integrity and professionalism in the practice of public relations. 

Grace Ike’s induction comes at a time when the NUJ FCT Council has faced challenges related to welfare and working conditions of journalists. Earlier in 2026, she urged members to embrace renewed vigor, responsibility, and commitment to truth, despite hostile conditions in the media environment.

Her new role within NIPR is expected to amplify her advocacy for ethical reforms and welfare improvements in the communication sector.

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations is the statutory regulatory body for public relations practice in Nigeria. Membership is seen as a mark of credibility and professional recognition.

For Ike, the induction not only validates her contributions to journalism but also positions her as a key player in shaping Nigeria’s evolving communication strategies.

Grace Ike’s induction into NIPR is more than a ceremonial honor, it is a strategic alignment of journalism and public relations.

By pledging ethical leadership, Grace sets a tone for responsible communication in Nigeria’s capital and beyond. Her dual influence in journalism and public relations underscores the growing need for integrity, trust, and professionalism in the country’s information ecosystem.