MARKETING EDGE set for National Marketing Stakeholders Summit with top industry voices

By Felicia Nwosu

MARKETING EDGE has confirmed its readiness to host the 2025 National Marketing Stakeholders’ Summit.

Over the years, this event has become Nigeria’s most exclusive annual gathering of Integrated Marketing Communications professionals.

However, the event, slated for Thursday, September 25, 2025, will precede the prestigious EDGE Awards and will take place virtually via Zoom from 9.00am.

Exploring the Central Themes

In anticipation, this year’s summit will explore the theme “AI Integration: Leveraging New Technologies to Achieve Business Objectives,” alongside thought-provoking discussions on:

Event Preparation and Participation

Moreover, the organisers disclosed that they have concluded all arrangements and urged participants to register early for what promises to be a highly engaging event.

According to MARKETING EDGE, every session aims to deliver meaningful interactions, premium speaking opportunities, and thought leadership.

Stellar Lineup of Speakers

Aside this, a stellar lineup of speakers, panelists, and moderators has been unveiled. These include:

* Dr. Omotola Bamigbaiye-Elatuyi, Dr. Bada Akintunde-Johnson, Country Manager for Paramount Africa

* Peter Osarimen Ukhurebor, a dynamic brand strategist and cultural architect

* Remi Ogunpitann, Dare Art Alade, amongst several cerebral professionals.

Furthermore, Baba Awopetu, at the helm of Stragmar, a UK-based consultancy, will lead the conversation as the keynote speaker.

Anticipating More Thought Leaders

As usual, more industry thought leaders are expected to join the discourse, bringing diverse perspectives and real-world experiences.

A Platform for Insight Sharing

Again, the gathering will provide an immersive platform where marketers, brands, agencies, and content creators can share insights.

Not only that, they will also tackle some topical issues shaping today’s marketing landscape and beyond.

So, it will also highlight:

* Breakthrough ideas
* Case studies
* As well as strategic conversations on the future of marketing, sales, and workplace transformation

MARKETING EDGE’s Strategic Role

Meanwhile, speaking on the significance of the summit, John Ajayi, Managing Director and CEO of MARKETING EDGE, described it as a strategic initiative that reinforces the brand’s role as a digital-savvy platform.

Also, it is seen and well recognised in leading conversations in Nigeria’s marketing and advertising space.

Ajayi said, “The need for a consistent exchange of marketing and advertising knowledge, particularly on topical and contemporary issues, is the rationale behind the Quarterly Summit.

Besides, it reflects our commitment to shaping the future of Integrated Marketing Communications in Nigeria.”

Final Countdown and Participation

Interestingly, with the countdown underway, individuals, brands, and companies across industries are positioning themselves to participate in what is expected to be a landmark edition of the MARKETING EDGE National Marketing Stakeholders’ Summit.