The Nigerian Marketing Awards® (NMA), Nigeria’s premier platform for recognizing excellence, innovation, and impact in marketing, has announced its landmark fifth edition. The milestone awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at The Jewel Aeida, Lekki, Lagos.
Call for entries for the 2026 edition will officially open on August 15, 2026, and close on September 22, 2026. Brands, agencies, organizations, and marketing practitioners across the country are invited to submit their most impactful campaigns for consideration across 31 competitive categories.
The 5th anniversary edition centers on the theme “Reimagine Marketing”, a call to action for the industry to challenge established conventions, leverage emerging possibilities, and redefine the role of marketing in both business and society.
This year’s theme comes at a transformative period as marketing is increasingly reshaped by artificial intelligence, data analytics, shifting consumer expectations, economic dynamics, and a growing demand for corporate responsibility.
Speaking on the milestone, Mr. Tony Agenmonmen, fnimn, Founder of the Nigerian Marketing Awards®, stated:
“The fifth edition is more than an anniversary; it is a defining moment in our journey. It celebrates how far Nigerian marketing has come while challenging us to imagine how much further it can go. The future belongs to brands and professionals who are prepared to question assumptions, embrace technology alongside human insight, and demonstrate meaningful impact.Through ‘Reimagine Marketing’, we want to inspire courageous thinking and recognize work that doesn’t merely follow change, but actively helps create it.”
Marking another major highlight for the landmark edition, Amstel Malta has been confirmed as the Headline Sponsor for the 2026 Awards. The partnership unites two entities dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation, and high achievement across Nigeria.
Since its inception in 2022, NMA has built a reputation grounded in credibility, transparency, and rigorous evaluation. Submissions are judged by an independent Awards Decision Council, composed of seasoned industry experts recognized for their integrity and professional contributions.
Eligible organizations and professionals are encouraged to begin preparing their entries in advance. Submissions will be evaluated on strategic clarity, creativity, execution quality, and measurable business or social results.
