Comrade Ibrahim Waiya Steering Advertising Regulation in Nigeria
By Hassan Kano
In a significant development for Nigeria’s advertising landscape, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the esteemed Honourable Commissioner of the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs, was inducted as an Associate Member of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) on May 7, 2025.
With his induction, Commissioner Waiya is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the country’s advertising industry, ensuring that it operates within established standards and guidelines. His experience in governance and information dissemination will undoubtedly be assets in his new role.
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) is the statutory body responsible for regulating the advertising industry in Nigeria. Established to ensure that advertisements conform to the laws of the land and promote a fair, ethical, and effective advertising practice.
As the Honourable Commissioner of the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Waiya’s induction into ARCON underscores the ministry’s commitment to collaborating with regulatory bodies to promote good governance and effective information dissemination.
With this induction, Commissioner Waiya’s expertise will contribute to ARCON’s efforts in:
- Regulating advertisements to ensure compliance with Nigerian laws and standards
- Promoting ethical advertising practices
- Enhancing the overall quality of advertising in Nigeria
We congratulate Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya on this achievement and look forward to seeing the impact of his contributions to the advertising industry.
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