Nigerian Marketing Awards: Entries Open August 2025

The Nigerian Marketing Awards (NMA) 2025, the nation’s most prestigious celebration of marketing excellence, has officially announced that its call for entries will open on Thursday, August 15, 2025.

This year’s awards are guided by the powerful and timely theme, “Driving Impact, Inspiring Change,” a mission that underscores the crucial role of marketing in not only delivering commercial results but also in shaping culture and societal progress.

For organizations and individuals eager to showcase their groundbreaking work, the entry window will remain open until Monday, September 30, 2025. As an incentive for early submission, a 15% discount on entry fees will be offered to all those who complete their entries by Thursday, September 5, 2025.

This period marks a pivotal opportunity for brands, agencies, and marketing professionals to be recognized for their outstanding contributions. The culmination of this journey will be a grand awards ceremony on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the iconic Jewel Aeida in Lekki, Lagos, where the industry will gather to honor its leaders and innovators.

Now in its fourth year, the Nigerian Marketing Awards continues to evolve in tandem with the industry it serves. This year’s edition introduces two new, highly relevant categories: Best Use of AI in Marketing and Best Spice Brand. These additions reflect the industry’s embrace of technological innovation and its keen attention to emerging consumer trends, ensuring the awards remain a true reflection of the modern marketing ecosystem.

The comprehensive list of 31 categories covers the full spectrum of marketing, from foundational brand and campaign work to specialized sectors and individual achievements. Among the accolades available for entry are prestigious titles such as Brand of the Year, Campaign of the Year, and Brand Innovation of the Year.

The awards also recognize the vital role of agencies, with categories including Digital Agency of the Year, PR Agency of the Year, and Advertising Agency of the Year. Industry-specific excellence is highlighted through awards like Financial Institution of the Year and Telecom Company of the Year, while a focus on social and digital impact is seen in Best Social Responsibility Campaign of the Year, Best Influencer Marketing of the Year, and Best use of social media. Finally, individual brilliance is celebrated with awards such as Rising Star of Marketing, Brand Manager of the Year, and Inspirational Marketing Leader of the Year.

The Awards Secretariat expressed great enthusiasm for the upcoming edition, noting, “The Nigerian Marketing Awards 2025 promises to be bigger, bolder, and more impactful. We are excited to spotlight the ideas, campaigns, and individuals pushing the boundaries of excellence in marketing across Nigeria.” For aspiring entrants and interested parties, a full breakdown of entry guidelines, criteria, and other updates is available on the official website, www.nma-ng.com. The NMA 2025 is more than just an awards show; it is a platform to celebrate and inspire a new generation of marketing leaders who are truly driving impact and inspiring change.