The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has conferred an honorary fellowship on Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, Director-General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the marketing communication industry. The award was presented during the Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW) 2025 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.
Dr. Fadolapo attributed the honour to the synergy between the advertising and public relations sectors, highlighting the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between ARCON, NIPR, and the National Institute of Marketing Nigeria (NIMN). He emphasized that the collaboration will facilitate smoother operations and greater synergy between the two fields.
The honorary fellowship underscores the importance of regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders working together to promote excellence in the industry. Dr. Fadolapo’s appointment as ARCON’s Director-General and his leadership have been instrumental in advancing the regulation and growth of the advertising industry in Nigeria.
Other recipients of the honorary fellowship, including Ahmed Abubakar Audi and Tim Akano, expressed their gratitude for the recognition. Akano noted that the NIPR award is particularly meaningful due to the institute’s reputation as one of the most respected institutions in Nigeria and Africa.
Dr. Fadolapo holds multiple degrees, including a PhD in Marketing with a specialization in Marketing Communications from Babcock University. He is a Fellow of the Advertising Profession, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), and the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN). With his extensive experience and leadership, Dr. Fadolapo continues to play a key role in shaping the advertising industry in Nigeria.
