Azuh Arinze receives prestigious CIPA Fellowship, honored for excellence in leadership, administration, and journalism

Azuh Arinze receives prestigious CIPA Fellowship, marking another milestone in a distinguished career that blends journalism, authorship, and public service.

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The Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of YES INTERNATIONAL! Magazine was conferred with the Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration of Nigeria (CIPA) on Saturday, August 6, 2025, in Lagos.

Established in 1996 and chartered by Act of Parliament No. 1 of 2017, CIPA honors individuals who exemplify excellence in leadership, administration, and public service.

Azuh, celebrated as a prolific journalist and writer, is the author of several acclaimed books, including The CEO’s Bible (Volumes 1 & 2), Success Is Not Served A La Carte, Anything and Everything Journalism, My Story of Many Colours, and Conversations with Showbiz Stars.

His academic achievements are equally impressive, with a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication, a B.Sc. and Master’s degree in Public Administration, and ongoing doctoral research in the same field.

Before founding YES INTERNATIONAL! Magazine, Azuh made his mark as Editor of Encomium Weekly. He is also a proud Rotarian, a Knight of St. Mulumba, and a respected voice in Nigerian media.

In the official letter of admission, Dr. Uche Okereke, FCPA, FCEA, JP, Registrar/Chief Executive and Secretary to the Council, praised Azuh’s “exemplary leadership style” and integrity, calling his virtues “worthy of emulation.”