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Canal+ acquires remaining 55% to gain full control of Multichoice
Canal+, French media conglomerate has acquired the remaining 55% stake in Multichoice Group- Africa’s largest pay TV enterprise, in a landmark $3 billion deal. This development came after South Africa’s Competition Tribunal gave the approval for Canal+ to acquire the approximately 55 per cent shares it does not already…
Read More »Adisa lists inauguration of council, others as steps to further grow Nigeria’s advertising industry
The President Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria, AAAN, Lanre Adisa, has identified the inauguration of a council for the industry, government engagement of professionals in the industry for execution of jobs and adoption of technology and embracing rapid changes by the industry operators as key steps necessary to…
Read More »Nestle launches SHE program, trains 100 plastics waste workers
About 100 plastics waste workers across Lagos and Abuja were recently empowered in a comprehensive Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Training Program launched by Nestlé Nigeria. The program is part of the beverage giant ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and social inclusion. The initiative according to the company aims…
Read More »From dialogue to data: Merging storytelling, human engagement & techs in marketing communication
By Femi Odugbemi, fta A Keynote presentation at the 3rd Annual Advertising Industry Colloquium held on 8th July, 2025 at the Sheba Event Centre, Ikeja, Lagos. My respects to: Our honourable DG, ARCON, Dr. Lekan Fadolapo DG Voice of Nigeria – Mallam Jibril Dace DG National Orientation Agency…
Read More »Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7
Smartphone lovers are in for a good time as Samsung has unveiled its latest innovations, the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE. The latest offerings represent the most significant advancement in foldable technology to date, combining ultra-slim design with cutting-edge artificial intelligence capabilities. The Galaxy…
Read More »Ufot, Onaivi, other marketing titans to honour Brand Handlers Summit, August 29
By Amechi Obiakpu A lineup of top marketing titans have confirmed attendance to the Brand Handlers Summit 2025. The list include, Udeme Ufot, MFR, Group CEO of SO&U Limited, who will chair the occasion and Stephen Onaivi, Managing Director of mediaReach OMD, expected to deliver the keynote paper. Slated to…
Read More »Covenant University wins 2025 AIC creative advertising pitch competition
By Amechi Obiakpu Covenant University on Tuesday outperformed three other tertiary institutions to win the Advertising Industry Colloquium (AIC) 3.0 creative advertising pitch competition. The tertiary institution emerged winner with 564 points to retain the title it won at last year’s edition. First time entrant, Pan Atlantic University came…
Read More »LG launches “Radio Optimism” campaign to spread “Life’s Good” through music
LG’s new campaign leverages music – the universal language – to foster deeper connections and expand the Life’s Good promise in digital spaces LG Electronics today launched a new brand campaign, “Radio Optimism,” designed to help strengthen meaningful human connections and spread optimism through shared musical experiences. This initiative…
Read More »ARCON to hold 3rd Advertising Industry Colloquium July 8
The third edition of the Advertising Industry Curriculum (AIC) will hold on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the Sheba Event Centre, Maryland, Ikeja, by 8am. Themed, “From Dialogue to Data: Merging Storytelling, Human Engagement & Techs in Marketing Communication,” Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), organizer of the colloquium…
Read More »ADVAN sends congratulatory message to Dr. Bayo-Ajayi on election as NIMN President
The Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN) has extended its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Bolajoko Bayo-Ajayi, FNIMN, on her recent election as the first female President and Chairman of Council of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN). ADVAN President, Osamede Uwubanmwen, said in a statement that Dr. Bayo-Ajayi’s appointment…
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