The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) has expanded its membership, inducting eight new agencies at its 52nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Congress. The event, held over three days, also celebrated emerging industry talent and honored the legacy of a late leader.
New Members Join AAAN
The newly inducted agencies—spanning traditional, experiential, and digital marketing—signal AAAN’s push for broader industry representation. While their names weren’t disclosed, their inclusion reflects the association’s commitment to growth and innovation.
Rising Stars Recognized
Five young professionals received the “Rising Star Award” for their creativity and potential:
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Ayoade Omolola (X3M Ideas)
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Chidera Okpala (SO&U)
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Faruq Alimi (Noah’s Ark)
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Deborah Folaranmi (Wunderman Thompson)
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Leah Afolabi (Leo Burnett)
The awards highlighted AAAN’s focus on nurturing the next generation of advertising leaders.
Tribute to a Late Industry Icon
A solemn moment honored Suleman Omone-Ogie Momoh, a former AAAN leader, with a posthumous tribute and a moment of silence. His contributions to advertising were celebrated as a reminder of the sector’s enduring legacy.
Key Discussions & Future Outlook
The AGM featured insights from industry leaders, including:
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Lekan Fadolapo (ARCON DG) on regulatory trends.
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Idowu Akinde (Impact Hub Lagos) and Bolanle Osotule (Airtel Nigeria) on innovation and branding.
Panel discussions tackled evolving marketing trends, governance, and agency sustainability.
Lanre Adisa, AAAN President, closed the event by emphasizing the need for creativity, collaboration, and youth inclusion to drive the industry forward.
