The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), in partnership with Addefort Nigeria, has officially announced the 13th edition of the Lagos Public Relations Stakeholders’ Conference (LaPRSC).

With this, the organisers  are positioning this year’s gathering as a strategic platform for advancing leadership, communication excellence and sustainable national development.

The conference will take place on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, where hundreds of communication professionals and key decision-makers are expected to converge to deliberate on issues shaping Nigeria’s future.

Anchored on the theme, “Communication, Leadership and Innovation for Sustainable Community Transformation in Nigeria,” the annual conference will bring together an influential mix of public relations practitioners, policymakers, government officials, corporate executives, media leaders, academics, development partners, civil society organisations, youth advocates and other critical stakeholders from across the country.

According to the organisers, this year’s edition will provide participants with another opportunity to examine how strategic communication, visionary leadership and innovative thinking can collectively drive sustainable growth.

Aside this, also strengthens institutions and foster meaningful transformation across Nigerian communities.

Over the years, the Lagos Public Relations Stakeholders’ Conference has consistently evolved beyond a professional gathering into a respected national forum.

Moreover, this is where experts exchange ideas, challenge conventional thinking and develop practical solutions to pressing governance, communication and development issues.

Now in its 13th edition, the conference has continued to reinforce its reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading platforms for high-level conversations on public relations, leadership, public policy and nation-building.

Consequently, it has earned widespread recognition as the annual meeting point for professionals committed to shaping the future of strategic communication and promoting collaborative solutions to national challenges.

As anticipation builds ahead of the event, organisers have reaffirmed their commitment to delivering another impactful edition that will stimulate insightful discussions, inspire innovative ideas.

In addition, strengthen partnerships capable of accelerating sustainable community transformation throughout Nigeria.