AAAN 52nd Annual General Meeting holds in Oyo, focusing on bold innovation and leadership amid global disruption. Key stakeholders to attend

Advertising agencies under the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) have reaffirmed their commitment to innovation and bold leadership as preparations intensify for the AAAN 52nd Annual General Meeting and Congress.

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According to a statement from the association, this year’s summit will take place from 17 to 19 July in Oyo State.

Themed “Charting Bold Paths Forward”, the event is expected to bring together major players in advertising and the broader creative sector to reimagine the industry’s future in an era of global disruption.

AAAN President, Lanre Adisa, said the theme reflects the association’s resolve to embrace risk and push boundaries.

“This is not the time to tiptoe around the future. Boldness is not a buzzword but the only language the future understands. In a landscape defined by constant change, boldness is not a gamble but a strategic imperative,” he said.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is scheduled to formally open the conference on 18 July.

He will be joined by dignitaries including the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris; Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; and Director-General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), Olalekan Fadolapo.

Cherry Eromosele, Executive Vice President and Group Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Interswitch Group, will deliver the keynote address. A panel discussion will follow, chaired by Insight Publicis Group Nigeria CEO, Tayo Oyedeji.

Confirmed panellists include Josiah Akinola of Nigerian Breweries Plc, Bolanle Osotule of Airtel Nigeria, George Onukwu of TBWA\Concept, Oluwatobi Williams of 7even Interactive, and Adedamola Richard‑Salvador of Digisplash Limited.

The event will commence with a courtesy visit to the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Senator Rasheed Ladoja, on 17 July. AAAN described this as a tradition that reflects its deep respect for culture and community.

The closing day will feature a Business Session, induction of new members, and an update on association leadership.

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The event will conclude with a Gala and Award Night celebrating industry excellence, where attendees will appear in traditional aso oke attire.