The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has described the death of a former Secretary-General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA), Malam Kabir Dangogo, as a great loss to Nigeria and the broader African communications community.
Dangogo died in Kaduna on Friday at the age of 76.
In a condolence message, Idris said: “I am deeply saddened by Mallam Kabir Dangogo’s passing.
“He was a veteran journalist, award-winning public relations practitioner, and former Secretary-General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA).
“His demise is a great loss to Nigeria and the broader African communications community.”
The minister noted: “Death has robbed Nigeria of a consummate professional whose dedication to service, excellence in journalism, and transformative contributions to public relations set a benchmark for many in the industry.
“Through his work, he elevated the practice of public relations in Africa, championing ethical standards, professional development, and cross-border collaboration in the field.”
He said Dangogo was a mentor, leader, and visionary, who played a pivotal role in shaping the public relations landscape in Nigeria and across the continent.
“His tenure at APRA was marked by an unshakable commitment to fostering dialogue, innovation, and professionalism in communication and reputation management,” he added.
“On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, and the entire media and public relations community. I pray to God to grant him eternal rest and give his family the strength to bear this irreparable loss.
“May his legacy continue to inspire future generations of journalists and public relations practitioners.”
