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FG Needs Local Communications Consultants to Sell Policies—Economist
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The need for Federal Government to make use of the services of Nigerian Public Relations and Marketing consultants to frame the nation’s economic narratives has been emphasised by one of Africa’s leading economists, Dr Biodun Adedipe.
Speaking at a Fireside Chat organised by the Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN) at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, recently, the economist advised President Muhammadu Buhari to tap into the expertise of Nigerian PR and Marketing Communications consultants to help the government frame its economic narratives and distil the message for better understanding of the populace.
While speaking on the theme of the session, ‘Macro-economic Factors That Will Impact the Nigerian Marketing Communications Industry in 2018,’ Mr Adedipe opined that, “Nigeria has exited recession going by the GDP growth recorded in the last two quarters. Government will therefore need to communicate better than it has ever done to be able to receive social approval for some of its policy initiatives and options.”
He cited the example of the initial opposition to the government borrowing plan as an example of how using communications consultants could have made the task easy for the Federal Government.
“It took a single session with members of the Nigerian Senate for them to understand the wisdom in using long-term loans for infrastructure development.
“The Nigerian Senate approved the borrowing plan immediately the economic case for taking such a loan was well articulated before them. This is your job. This is what the Nigerian government should rely on you for,” he said.
Mr Adedipe also counselled communications consultants in Nigeria not to wait for the invitation from government. He advised them to always put forward their professional opinions on what government should be saying and doing per time.
He said, “You must always have a voice in the room. Your professional opinion on key national issues must always be articulated and put forward to the government, whether solicited or not.”
On the economic outlook for 2018, Mr Adedipe said there was no doubt about the fact that Nigeria had exited recession.
“We have had two quarters of positive growth back-to-back and there are strong indications that the last quarter of the year 2017 will record more GDP growth too,” he stated, advising businesses to begin to watch out for recovery signs.
Mr Adedipe further said, “A nation can go through the different phases of boom, recession and slump to recovery. So, there are recovery signs you need to begin to watch out for. Nigeria now has a brighter outlook. You must keep your eyes on sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, ICT, real estate, mining and trade amongst others.”
He explained that these were dominant contributors to the nation’s GDP as they were of interest for government.
Mr Adedipe also advised PR and communications consultants to commit to research, best practices, top quality services, relentless improvement and to conduct proper diagnosis on the businesses of the clients they hope to service.
In staying true to its values, PRCAN used the opportunity presented by the event to induct a new PR agency, Media Panache Nigeria, into its membership at the event. The Public and Social Relations agency is led by Mr Timilehin Bello.
PRCAN is legally chartered by by Law No. 3 (1993) of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), to cater to the interests of the consultancy side of PR practice in Nigeria.
It currently has a membership of 51 PR consultancy firms providing services across at least 21 PR practice areas.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A new Public Relations (PR) agency, FreshSight Communications, has promised to offer tailored services to its clients, as it joins the highly competitive industry.
According to the co-founder of the company, Mr Justice Mmadubugwu, FreshSight Communications will provide top-notch PR services tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses, organisations, and individuals seeking to amplify their brand presence and reputation.
He also expressed confidence in working with media partners to share compelling stories, promote innovative ideas, and spark important discussions that affect society.
“We are excited to introduce FreshSight Communications to the Nigerian market.
“Our goal is to become the leading PR agency for businesses seeking to establish strong relationships with their target audiences and stakeholders,” Mr Mmadubugwu stated.
FreshSight Communications said its services include media relations and crisis communications; brand management and reputation enhancement; digital PR and social media management; event management and planning; content creation and copywriting; and artist/influencers management.
By Philip Odiakose
Welcome to my first LinkedIn Newsletter in 2025, where I share insights as a public relations measurement professional with more than a decade of experience shaping conversations in Nigeria and globally.
As we step into 2025, the world of PR monitoring and measurement is undergoing a significant transformation. This year, we anticipate trends that will reshape how brands, PR agencies, and independent measurement consultancies collaborate, ensuring transparency, unbiased analyses, and actionable insights.
In this newsletter, I will provide a dual perspective: the Nigerian PR monitoring landscape and the global outlook for 2025.
Local PR Monitoring and Measurement Outlook: Nigeria in 2025
- Increased Demand for Transparency: Nigerian brands are recognizing the importance of transparency in PR outcomes. There will be heightened demand for agencies to provide detailed, unbiased performance audits.
- Adoption of Independent Measurement Consultancies: The era of self-evaluation by PR agencies is waning. In 2025, more Nigerian brands will partner with independent consultancies like P+ Measurement Services to ensure objective insights that foster accountability.
- Integration of Technology with Local Expertise: As AI tools and platforms gain traction, Nigerian PR professionals must strike a balance between technology-driven insights and localized expertise to cater to the unique dynamics of our market.
- Shift from ROI to ROO (Return on Objectives): In 2025, Nigerian PR practitioners will move beyond traditional ROI (Return on Investment) metrics that focus solely on financial outcomes. Instead, there will be a focus on ROO (Return on Objectives), emphasizing how PR efforts meet broader organizational goals such as brand awareness, reputation enhancement, stakeholder engagement, and social impact. This shift aligns with the evolving Nigerian economic landscape, where businesses prioritize long-term value creation and sustainability over short-term financial gains.
- Education as a Driver for Adoption: The need for education on measurement standards will grow. Initiatives like AMEC’s Measurement Month and local workshops like EvaluatePR event by P+ Measurement Services, Spin Sucks led by Gini Dietrich, and Measurement Base Camp by Paine Publishing led by Katie Delahaye Paine will play a pivotal role in driving adoption and bridging the knowledge gap among PR professionals.
Global PR Monitoring and Measurement Outlook: 2025
- Increased Collaboration Between PR Agencies and Measurement Experts: Globally, we will see stronger partnerships between PR professionals and measurement consultants to deliver credible, data-backed reports that influence boardroom decisions.
- Standardization Through Education: AMEC Measurement and Evaluation (International Association for the Measurement and Evaluation of Communication) and its members will continue leading the charge in educating PR professionals on best practices, ensuring global alignment on measurement standards like the Barcelona Principles, Measurement Maturity Mapper and Measurement Framework.
- Rising Demand for Unbiased Audits: Brands across the globe will increasingly seek independent PR measurement audits, avoiding conflicts of interest and ensuring that insights are impartial and actionable.
- Adoption of Technology and Real-Time Analytics: The rise of real-time monitoring and advanced analytics tools will enable PR professionals to adjust strategies dynamically, making campaigns more impactful.
- Focus on ESG and Social Impact Metrics: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics will take center stage in global PR measurement. Organizations will prioritize measuring how their communications align with sustainability and societal goals.
The Way Forward
2025 marks a year of audacious transformation in PR monitoring and measurement, both in Nigeria and globally. At P+ Measurement Services, we are committed to driving this change by partnering with brands, agencies, and global stakeholders to deliver transparent, unbiased, and impactful insights.
The success of PR measurement lies in the collaboration between PR professionals and measurement experts, coupled with continuous education and adherence to global standards. As a founding member of AMEC Member Lab Initiative, I am optimistic about the role we will play in shaping the future of this industry.
Let us redefine PR measurement together, one campaign at a time.
Philip Odiakose is a leader and advocate of PR monitoring, measurement, and evaluation in Nigeria. He is also the Chief Media Analyst at P+ Measurement Services, a member of AMEC Lab Initiative, NIPR and AMCRON
By Dipo Olowookere
The world’s largest mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), Lyca Group, has taken a bold move to reorganise its certain business units and operations.
A statement from the firm explained that the action is to position it for sustainable growth in a competitive and challenging global market through digital capabilities.
This will result in faster delivery of innovative products and services, reduce overlaps, automate processes, and achieve substantial cost savings, which will be reinvested in market expansion and customer-focused initiatives.
It was stated that the proposed transformation forms part of Lyca’s long-term strategy to expand its global business services and support operations into its established service centres as well as new service hubs to be located in territories that have strategic importance while transforming country-specific operations into leaner, sales-focused organisations.
The company continues to focus on the growth of its mobile virtual network operations base and investing in new Mobile Network Operator (MNO) opportunities and markets in Africa, where it currently operates the Lyca MNO in Uganda—and elsewhere.
The organisation plans to announce expansion to new countries as soon as Q1 2025, including the launch of new digital brands in Spain and the USA.
Lyca expressed confidence that this transformation would deliver significant operational efficiencies, boost speed to market, improve customer experience, and ensure it continues to provide exceptional value to its customers worldwide.
“Lyca’s strategic reorganisation is a bold step forward, ensuring we remain a leader in delivering affordable, high-quality telecom solutions to our customers globally.
“This paradigm change not only enhances our efficiency but also strengthens our ability to adapt to a rapidly changing industry, ultimately benefiting our customers, partners, and employees globally,” the Deputy Chairman of Lyca Group, Premananthan Sivasamy, stated.
Lyca says it remains committed to supporting its employees during this transformation, noting that a smaller and more specialised team will remain in London to manage certain limited advisory, compliance, and financial functions that require a UK presence.
It disclosed that other roles will be handled either from our existing service centres or at hubs to be established in order to leverage cost efficiencies and expertise, enabling the business to reinvest resources in innovation and strengthen our business.
Already, it is engaging in a thorough consultation process with employees and will work closely with partners to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption to the high standards of service and collaboration they have come to expect from Lyca.
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