The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed grief over the death of Malam Bashir Chedi, a council member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations.
Idris, in a statement described Chedi’s passing as a painful loss not only to his family and colleagues but also to the entire public relations community in Nigeria.
“It is with a heavy heart that I received the sad news of the passing of Malam Bashir Chedi, fnipr. His departure is not just a personal loss to his family and professional colleagues, but a painful one to the entire Public Relations community in Nigeria,” the minister said.
He noted that Chedi devoted more than three decades of his life to public relations practice, distinguishing himself as “a brother, a bridge between generations, and a dependable voice in the practice of public relations.”
According to him, Chedi’s contributions at Dornier Aviation Nigeria, where he built and sustained the company’s image, as well as his long service to NIPR at both state and national levels, earned him the respect of his peers.
The minister also recalled that Chedi’s recognition as a Fellow of the Institute was a reflection of his humility, service, and integrity, adding that he would be remembered for his brilliance in crisis management, corporate and government relations, and community development.
On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Idris extended condolences to NIPR, Dornier Aviation Nigeria, Chedi’s family, and colleagues.
“May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him eternal rest, and comfort his loved ones. His legacy of service and friendship will remain with us,” he added.