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MTN Group, one of Africa’s largest telecom providers, is making a major comeback into the continent’s video streaming market. On Monday, the company officially launched MTN One TV, a platform offering live television, local content, and international programming. The move marks its most significant attempt to break into digital entertainment since its South Africa-focused FrontRow service shut down in 2017. This time, MTN is embracing a flexible model service which will offer a mix of free-to-view content,…

The Ojude Oba Festival is no longer merely one of Nigeria’s most celebrated cultural gatherings; it is rapidly emerging as one of Africa’s most influential cultural brands. A newly released Media Intelligence Report by P+ Measurement Services reveals that Ojude Oba 2026 recorded its strongest media performance to date, achieving significant growth across audience reach, media visibility, social engagement, international attention and digital discoverability. The report analysed media…

The publisher of Brand Communicator and Co-convener of MarkHack, Joshua Ajayi, has said that Nigeria's marketing industry must move beyond conversations about artificial intelligence tools and begin to address their impact on culture, identity, and human experience. Speaking at the grand finale of MarkHack 5.0, Ajayi said the rapid adoption of AI across marketing, media and business requires industry leaders to focus not only on technological capabilities but also on how algorithms are shaping society and…

The President and Chairman of the Council of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN), Dr. Bolajoko Bayo-Ajayi, has warned that growing dependence on artificial intelligence and automated technologies is contributing to declining consumer trust, challenging marketers to place human connection at the centre of innovation. Speaking at MarkHack 5.0, Nigeria's flagship marketing technology conference, Bayo-Ajayi said the rapid integration of AI into customer engagement, data analytics and personalised…

The African Public Relations Association (APRA) and the Namibian Press Agency (NAMPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration ahead of the 2026 Effective Communicators Conference (ECC) and Annual General Meeting holding in Namibia. The agreement formalises plans for both organisations to jointly host the continental event scheduled for July 14–17, 2026, in Swakopmund. The conference, themed “Communication Reconsidered: A Driving Force for Constant Progress,” is being organised…

The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has officially unveiled the 2026 edition of Lagos PRFest, a flagship event designed to celebrate excellence in public relations, promote professional development and reinforce the role of strategic communication in nation-building. The unveiling took place during the Chapter's Monthly Meeting/PR Clinic held on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Eko FM Multipurpose Hall, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos. Speaking at the unveiling, the Chairman of…

Colgate-Palmolive has announced the elevation of senior executive Ram Raghavan to the role of Global Chief Marketing Officer, marking a significant leadership change within the global consumer goods company. The appointment places Raghavan in charge of the company’s worldwide marketing strategy across its portfolio of well-known brands, including Colgate oral care products, Palmolive personal care, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, and other global labels. Raghavan’s promotion is the latest step in a career that has…

The National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) is set to bring together marketers, business leaders, academics, and young professionals for its 2026 Annual Marketing Conference scheduled to hold in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The three-day event will take place from June 18 to June 20, 2026, at Julirose Hotel & Suites. This year’s theme, “Community, Culture & Connection: Re-imagining the New Market,” is expected to guide discussions around how brands and marketers can better understand consumer…