The race is on for the most prestigious prize in Nigerian marketing! The Nigerian Marketing Awards® (NMA) has officially announced the Top 4 finalist brands vying for the coveted title of Brand of the Year 2025. This award celebrates the pinnacle of marketing excellence, creativity, and consumer impact across Nigeria’s dynamic marketplace.
Following a rigorous and transparent evaluation by the esteemed Awards Decision Council (ADC)—comprising top marketing leaders and professionals—four exceptional brands have earned their spot as the frontrunners:
The Top 4 Finalists
MTN
Heineken
Cussons Carex
Goldberg
These finalists represent the very best in innovation, consumer engagement, and sustained excellence that has resonated deeply with Nigerians over the past year.
The Power is in Your Hands: Vote Now!
The ultimate winner is determined by the voice of the people. Public voting is officially open and will close at midnight on Wednesday, 5 November 2025.
Cast your vote here:
www.nma-ng.com/voting
According to Mr. Tony Agenmonmen, fnimn, Founder and Convener of the Nigerian Marketing Awards®, “The Brand of the Year category reflects the voice of the people and celebrates the power of brands that truly connect with consumers. It recognises the brand that Nigerians themselves believe has made the greatest impact during the year.”
Save the Date
The Brand of the Year 2025 will be unveiled at the star-studded Nigerian Marketing Awards® Night on Saturday, 15 November 2025, at The Jewel Aeida, Lekki, Lagos.
The NMA remains Nigeria’s premier and most credible platform for celebrating the marketing industry, proudly endorsed by foremost bodies including ARCON, NIMN, AAAN, EXMAN, NIPR, and OAAN. It is also the only awards programme in the region accredited by the UK-based Independent Awards Standards Council (IASC).
Media Inquiries, please contact:
The Secretariat, Nigerian Marketing Awards®
info@nma-ng.com | 09150729593
