The Industry Newspaper, a leading brand marketing publication in West Africa and organisers of the Industry Summit/Awards, has announced the panel of judges for the sixth edition of the Awards in Lagos.

To chair the 6th edition of the most sought-after and credible reward platform within the brand marketing ecosystem in West Africa is the renowned broadcast journalist and business editor of TVC News, Mr. Tolulope Ogunjobi.

Other members of the panel include; Raheem Akingbolu, senior correspondent at Thisday Newspaper, Afolabi Idowu, Marketing Correspondent at The Nation, Melvin Udosen, Publisher of Brandessence Magazine, Adedayo Odulaja, Secretary of Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria and Daniel Obi, Media Business Editor, Businessday Newspaper/Chairman BJAN.

In a statement made available to the media, the organisers of the event stated that the shortlist of the nominees, which was compiled by the editors of The Industry Newspaper was sent to the jury for careful evaluation based on individual’s antecedent and brands innovative approach in 2024.

The Industry Awards which is categorized into Champions, pathfinders, practitioners, future leaders, brands/products and service categories has distinguished award such as- Governor of the Year, CEO of the Year, Doyen of Advertising in Africa, Most Effective Public Communication, Business Personality, Green Energy Champion, Young Advertising Person in Africa and Women in Advertising among others.

Goddie Ofose, Publisher of The Industry Newspaper and convener of The Industry Summit/Awards has expressed his thoughts on Tolulope Ogunjobi’s credibility as chair of the jury. “This jury led by Mr. Ogunjobi is very motivated to select the best and the winners would be very deserved, “he said.

“Ogunjobi’s experience and expertise in the industry alongside other members of the jury suggest that they would likely emphasize the importance of credibility, accuracy, and fairness”, Ofose said.

Tolulope Ogunjobi’s background and credentials, particularly as Chairman Industry Recognition Awards Committee, suggest that he possesses the necessary credibility to lead a jury effectively.

The award coincides with the 2025 Industry summit themed “theme: “Understanding Changing Consumer Preferences in Troubled FMCG’s Space”.

This year’s programme is scheduled for Friday, May 2, 2025 for lecture and Saturday, May 3, 2025 for dinner and awards. The keynote speaker is Lampe Omoyele, managing director of Nitro 121 marketing company while the special guest of honour is the senior special assistant to Nigerian president on digital media and engagement, O’tega Ogra.

To feature on the panel of discussants are Mr. Ayo Awosika, GM, Commercial, UAC Foods, Mr. Remi Akanda, Director, Marketing & Corporate Communications, LAPO Microfinance Bank, Mr. Adeola Amosun – Group Media Manager, Tolaram, Mr. Gbemileke Lawal, Marketing Manager, Grand Oak Limited, and Ms. Oluseun Mudashiru, Brand Manager- Big Bull Rice, TGI Group.
Others are Mrs. Roseline Abaraonye, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), N.N. Fems Group, and Mrs. Ifeoluwa Esther Obafemi, Head, Digital, Media & Insights (Digital Transformation), Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), FrieslandCampina WAMCO while Ms. Gift Uche-Ewule, Assistant Brand Manager, Indomie will the moderate the session.