Felicia Nwosu took centre stage at the 10th Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards, LaPRIGA 2025, as she emerged winner of the Media Excellence Award for Public Relations, PR Journalist of the Year.

The recognition, announced at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, crowned years of disciplined reporting, editorial depth and sustained professional relevance within Nigeria’s Integrated Marketing Communications landscape.

Recognition That Reflects Professional Substance

The honour affirmed a career shaped by credibility, sharp news judgment and the ability to interpret complex industry developments with clarity and balance.

Over the years, Nwosu has built a reputation for journalism that places context, accuracy and industry insight at the centre of storytelling, making her work a trusted reference point for practitioners, regulators and decision makers.

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LaPRIGA’s Media Excellence Spotlight

LaPRIGA 2025, organised by the Lagos State Chapter of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations, marked its 10th anniversary under the theme Nox Excellentia, Night of Excellence.

The Media Excellence category remains one of the most closely watched, celebrating journalists whose work strengthens public relations practice through ethical reporting, informed analysis and consistency. Nwosu’s selection placed her firmly among the leading voices advancing PR journalism in Nigeria.

More Than a Single Year of Work

For Nwosu, the award reflected more than recent output. It represented over a decade of reporting across print, broadcast and digital platforms, covering advertising, public relations, media, brand strategy and corporate communications. Her work consistently translates technical industry conversations into accessible narratives, while maintaining depth, balance and respect for professional nuance.

A Strong Editorial Pedigree

The recognition also highlighted MARKETING EDGE’s sustained editorial standards. Just a year earlier, the same category was won by Abimbola Mohammed, Senior Correspondent and Senior Content Writer at the publication, with Nwosu finishing as runner up. This year’s outcome reinforced the strength of the newsroom’s editorial culture and its emphasis on disciplined, industry focused journalism.

Gratitude and Professional Solidarity

Accepting the award, Nwosu described the moment as humbling and deeply emotional. She first expressed profound appreciation to Almighty God for grace, strength, and guidance throughout her professional journey.

She also acknowledged MARKETING EDGE for providing the platform that allowed her to grow, learn, and consistently tell industry stories with purpose and credibility.

Nwosu extended her gratitude to the organisers of LaPRIGA for sustaining a platform that celebrates excellence and professional integrity within public relations practice.

She further recognised the support of colleagues across departments and her newsroom family, whose collective commitment continues to strengthen the publication’s editorial standards.

Special appreciation was reserved for Abimbola Mohammed, whose encouragement and reassurance persuaded her to attend the ceremony despite the heavy emotional atmosphere within the organisation at the time.

 

From Reporting to Editorial Leadership

Beyond awards, Nwosu’s professional journey reflects steady growth and expanding responsibility. Before her elevation, she served as Senior Correspondent and led production for MARKETING EDGE ONTV, delivering exclusive interviews, sector reports and in depth features that shaped industry conversations across multiple platforms.

Strategic Thinking and News Judgment

Her role extends into editorial planning and strategy, where she contributes to agenda setting, identifies emerging trends and helps position coverage ahead of industry shifts. She monitors developments  across sectors,  audience behaviour and media innovation, ensuring that content remains timely, relevant and firmly anchored on verified data.

Commitment to Standards and Ethics

At the core of her work is a strong commitment to transparency, fact checking and accountability. These values continue to guide her approach to journalism, reinforcing public trust and strengthening the credibility of industry reporting at a time when accuracy and balance remain critical.

An Award With Lasting Meaning

For Felicia Nwosu, the LaPRIGA 2025 Media Excellence Award stands as both professional validation and motivation. It reflects a career built on consistency, intellectual honesty and service to industry development, while affirming her place among the journalists shaping the future of public relations reporting in Nigeria.

Excellence That Speaks Forward

As LaPRIGA 2025 drew to a close, the recognition served as a clear statement. Excellence, when sustained through years of focused work, thoughtful storytelling and professional discipline, ultimately finds its moment. For Felicia Nwosu, that moment arrived not as an endpoint, but as a powerful marker of a journey still unfolding.