Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), the multi-award-winning media and communications company behind PRNigeria, Economic Confidential, and Spokespersons Digest, has unveiled the jury members and 15 competitive categories for the 6th edition of the National Spokespersons Awards (NSAwards) 2026.
Recognised as Nigeria’s premier platform for celebrating excellence in strategic communication and spokespersonship, the NSAwards continues to set industry benchmarks for professionalism, integrity, and innovation.
The awards have previously partnered with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and earned endorsements from the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC), African Public Relations Association (APRA), and International Public Relations Association (IPRA).
Speaking on the 2026 edition, IMPR Chairman and Associate Professor of Strategic Communication, Dr. Sule Yau Sule, reaffirmed the organisation’s dedication to recognising outstanding achievements in corporate, public sector, and digital communication.
“The NSAwards has become a symbol of excellence for communication professionals who demonstrate mastery, credibility, and measurable impact in their roles. This year, we look forward to honouring even more exceptional spokespersons, communication leaders, and their organisations,” Dr. Sule said.
He added that the awards are open to corporate spokespersons, government information officers, PR and communication agencies, media and public affairs professionals, as well as scholars, authors, and researchers.
The awards will feature 15 categories: 10 Professional Excellence Awards and 5 Individual Distinction Awards.
Professional Excellence Categories:
Knowledge Hub
Corporate Communications
Employee Relations
Public Affairs
Community Relations/CSR
Media Relations
Publication
Crisis Management
Digital Communication
Communication Agency of the Year
Individual Distinction Categories:
Social Media Influencer of the Year
Young Communicator of the Year
Crisis Communicator of the Year
Author/Scholar of the Year
Spokesperson of the Year
The 2026 edition will be overseen by a seven-member jury panel chaired by Prof. Saudat Salah Abdulbaqi, with Mr. Abdulrahman Abdulraheem as Secretary. Other members include Dr. Kabiru Danladi Lawanti, Dr. Princewell Achor, Mr. Ishola Ayodele, Mr. Sunday Odita, and Ms. Olamide Rahma Ozigis-Oladosu.
The Awards Committee will continue to be chaired by Mr. Segun McMedal, with Kabir Olanrewaju Abdulsalam as Secretary. Applicants are required to submit evidence-based entries demonstrating measurable results, innovation, and adherence to global communication standards via the official awards website.
Since its inception, the NSAwards has celebrated the critical role spokespersons play in shaping narratives, building trust, and fostering transparent communication between institutions and the public.
The 6th edition is expected to attract top-tier professionals, agencies, and institutions committed to advancing strategic communication practices across Nigeria.