Nigerian Marketing Awards (NMA), Nigeria’s premier platform for recognising excellence, innovation and impact in marketing, has announced its landmark fifth edition, scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 22, 2026, at The Jewel Aeida, Lekki, Lagos.

Entries for the 2026 Awards will open on August 15, 2026 and close onSeptember 22, 2026, giving brands, agencies, organisations and marketing professionals an opportunity to submit their most outstanding work for consideration

The fifth edition will be held under the theme ‘Reimagine Marketing’—a bold invitation to the industry to rethink established conventions, embrace new possibilities and redefine the role of marketing in business and society in the 31 competitive categories.

Amstel Malta has been confirmed as the Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Awards. The partnership brings together two brands united by a commitment to excellence, innovation and the celebration of outstanding achievement.

This year’s edition represents an important milestone in the continuing journey of Nigerian marketing