NBMA commences 7th edition, calls for nominations
Introduces Media Studies, Broadcasting and related disciplines for youths.
Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards (NBMA) have announced the commencement of nominations for the 7th edition of the awards
The organizers of the Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards (NBMA) have announced the commencement of nominations for the 7th edition of the awards, scheduled to be held in May 2026.
The Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards is an annual platform dedicated to recognizing and celebrating excellence, professionalism, innovation, and societal impact in Nigeria’s broadcasting and media industry.
The awards honour outstanding individuals, programs, stations, and organizations across radio, television, and digital media platforms.
Speaking on the call for nominations, (Dr) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, the Chairman of the Joint IBAN/NBMA Organising Committee said the awards is a credible benchmark for excellence in the industry.
“The Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards was established to celebrate professionalism, creativity, and integrity in broadcasting. As the industry continues to evolve, NBMA remains committed to recognizing those who consistently raise the bar and positively influence society through their work,” Ramalan said.
According to the organisers, the 2026 edition will feature over 85 award categories spanning on-air presentation, programming, technical production, digital innovation, community impact, and special recognition awards.
In a major development, the 7th NBMA introduces new categories designed to support youth development and reflect the realities of modern media practice.
These include Best Communication Student of the Year, created to recognize outstanding students of Mass Communication, Media Studies, Broadcasting, and related disciplines; an Undergraduate Broadcaster Category for students actively involved in campus radio, television, and media production; as well as Online Content Creators Categories to honor podcasters, streamers, and digital storytellers shaping Nigeria’s online media space.
Dr Ramalan noted that the new categories were intentionally introduced to bridge the gap between traditional broadcasting and emerging digital platforms.
“We believe the future of broadcasting lies in nurturing young talents and embracing digital innovation. By introducing student and online content creator categories, NBMA is deliberately investing in the next generation of media professionals and acknowledging the growing influence of digital storytelling,” Ramalan added.
Nominations are open from Sunday, January 30, 2026 until Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and can be submitted via the NBMA website.
