The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has congratulated the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Abubakar Danlami Umar, on his recognition in the Crisis Communicator of the Year category at the National Spokespersons Awards organised by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) in Abuja.
In a statement released on Saturday, the National Publicity Relations Officer of NANS, Comrade Adeyemi Samson Ajasa described Umar’s award recognition as “well deserved”.
NANS said the recognition bestowed on Umar, a Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC), is a significant achievement that further solidifies his reputation as a leading voice in Nigeria’s security sector.
“NANS keenly recognises that DCC Abubakar Danlami Umar’s commitment to transparency, proactive, and impactful communication has been instrumental in fostering a greater understanding of the vital role and complex operations of the Nigeria Correctional Service among the Nigerian populace, including the critical constituency of Nigerian students.
“His dedication to ensuring the timely and accurate dissemination of information has cultivated an environment of trust and facilitated more meaningful engagement between the service and the citizens it diligently serves,” the national student body said.
NANS said the prestigious “Outstanding Crisis Communicator” award is not an isolated recognition of DCC Abubakar Danlami Umar’s exceptional communicative prowess.
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“NANS proudly recalls his prior, equally significant achievement and awards in the year past. These previous accolade underscores his remarkable ability to navigate and effectively communicate during challenging and sensitive situations, a skill that is invaluable in the often-complex landscape of security management.
“His consistent excellence in both proactive public engagement and reactive crisis communication speaks volumes about his strategic acumen and profound understanding of the nuances of public information dissemination,” the statement further reads.
“This latest triumph is a resounding testament to DCC Abubakar Danlami Umar’s exemplary professionalism, his steadfast dedication to public service, and his profound mastery of the art and science of public relations within the security architecture of Nigeria. His exemplary work serves as an inspiring benchmark for communication professionals across all sectors.
“NANS wholeheartedly celebrates DCC Abubakar Danlami Umar’s remarkable achievements and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to fostering a robust and mutually beneficial relationship between Nigerian students and all security agencies through the vital channels of open, transparent, and effective communication.
“We commend his consistent dedication to serving the public with clarity and integrity and celebrate his continued success as a true champion of effective public engagement in Nigeria.”

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