Marketing Edge Director, Anietie Udoh, joins LAIF awards 2026 jury

Anietie Udoh, Divisional Director of Marketing at Marketing Edge Magazine, has been appointed as a jury member for the 21st edition of the Lagos Advertising and Ideas Festival (LAIF) Awards 2026.

Udoh’s appointment recognises his professional standing, industry experience and contributions to the marketing communications sector.

He will serve in the Non-Ad category of the prestigious awards organised by the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN), as the association steps up efforts to position LAIF as an internationally recognised creative awards platform.

In the appointment letter signed by Funke Adekola, Chairman of the LAIF Management Board, on behalf of the AAAN Executive Board and the 2026 LAIF Awards Management Board, the association commended Udoh’s professional reputation and influence in the industry.

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AAAN described him as “a respected and reputable creative person who has made marks in the global marketing communications community.”

The commendation highlights the association’s confidence in Udoh’s experience and professional judgement as it assembles industry experts to evaluate creative entries for the 2026 edition.

The 21st LAIF Awards will be held under the theme, “Glitch to Great,” reflecting the festival’s ambition to celebrate creative excellence while strengthening its position within the global advertising awards landscape.

According to the association, its long-term objective is to develop LAIF into an international awards platform that measures up to global standards and best practices.

Udoh’s appointment further reinforces the importance of experienced marketing communications professionals in recognising exceptional creativity, encouraging innovation and promoting higher standards across Nigeria’s advertising industry.

The LAIF Awards remain one of Nigeria’s major platforms for celebrating excellence, innovation and outstanding creative achievements in advertising and marketing communications.