Encomiums have continued to pour in for Professor Nnanyelugo Okoro as his academic sons and daughters mark his 65th birthday in 2025.

As AN ADVERTISING GURU, A PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPRESARIO, A MEDIA LUMINARY, A SOCIAL MEDIA ACTIVATOR, A COMMUNICATION SCHOLAR AND PRACTITIONER PAR EXCELLENCE, A HIGHLY ACCOMPLISHED ACADEMIC MOTIVATOR AND MENTOR, THE ARCHITECT, DOYEN, APOSTLE AND PROPOUNDER OF THE SERIOUS BUSINESS THEORY(SBT) OF ADVERTISING, HIGH CHIEF, ONUOHA, PROFESSOR, SIR NNANYELUGO OKORO, PhD, KSJI, OZO UGOSINACHI, ASOGWA UWAN OKPED’UWAN AND ONYISHI OHA, and OHA EDEM-ANI OGWUGWU ANCIENT KINGDOM, a trillion flowers bloom in celebration marking his birthday.

In one of the encomiums, some of his students praised his impact in their lives, having groomed them academically to become great men and women in the society.

“Our dearest High Chief Sir, we, your academic sons and daughters, worldwide: undergraduates (too numerous to count), PGDMC(15), Masters (74), and PhD(82), as at last count, many of who are full professors and so many of who are top-notch communication/media practitioners in their various endeavours, today, the 10th of December, 2025, joyfully and immeasurably wish you a resounding happy birthday as well as a sound mind in a sound body (mens sana in corpore sano). May the Almighty God, in His infinite mercy and love, continue to bless you in your drive to serve, empower and prosper humanity. With deep love in our hearts, we say Happy Birthday, Sir, and many more years of God’s grace, blessings and favours as you age gracefully.”

Professor Nnanyelugo Okoro is a shining beacon in Mass Communication at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. His remarkable journey inspires numerous, filled with dedication, brilliance, and unwavering passion for shaping minds and advancing the field.

“Born in Edem-Ani, Nsukka, your path from humble beginnings to becoming a distinguished Professor reflects sheer determination and excellence. With degrees from UNN and beyond, you’ve risen to lead as Head of Department, Dean of the Faculty of Arts, and now Director of the Centre for Business Development—cheers to your outstanding leadership!

In the classroom, you’re a master in Advertising and Public Relations, captivating students with courses on strategic communication, media law, and management. As an accomplished academic motivator and mentor, you’ve guided countless undergraduates and supervised dozens of postgraduate theses—many now full professors and top practitioners worldwide. You’ve ignited the spark in future communicators!

As a prolific editor, you’ve helmed journals like the International Journal of Communication, elevating scholarly voices in media and advertising. Your editorial touch has fostered innovation and rigor, making you a true guardian of academic excellence.

Your publications shine brightly—books like “The Business of Advertising,” numerous journal articles, and chapters that have become essential reading. Cited widely, your work on public relations, media ethics, and national development continues to influence the industry profoundly.

Beyond academia, your community service as a cultural leader, professional fellow, and university senator showcases your commitment to society. You’re not just a professor; you’re a builder of bridges and a champion of progress—let a trillion flowers bloom!!!

On this milestone 65th day, High Chief Sir Professor Okoro, may joy, health, and endless blessings fill your year ahead. Thank you for your extraordinary legacy—here’s to many more years of inspiration, grace, and celebration! Happy Birthday!”