In the ever-evolving world of marketing, a powerful wave of Nigerian women are shaping narratives, building communities, and leading brands into the future.
These women are not just marketers, they are visionaries, growth drivers, and storytellers redefining what it means to lead in marketing, strategy, and community-building in Nigeria.
Here’s a look at ten outstanding Nigerian women in marketing making waves in 2025:
1. Ized Uanikhehi
A trailblazer in the African marketing space, Ized has built an impressive legacy through innovative digital campaigns and community-driven brand strategy. As the founder of Zedi Inc, she’s been instrumental in shaping tech-focused marketing ecosystems that spotlight African creativity and talent.
2. Tolu Olawumi
Tolu is a brand and growth strategist with a passion for purpose-led storytelling. She has helped brands within the fintech, edutech or ecommerce space achieve growth, profitability and brand stickiness through several strategies like content marketing, paid ads, influencer marketing and so much more. She’s also the founder of Sift Academy and a strong advocate for youth and women empowerment through marketing and digital education.
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3. Blessing Abeng
Co-founder of Ingressive for Good and former co-founder of Disha, Blessing is a branding powerhouse. She empowers African brands to scale with clarity and purpose while mentoring the next generation of creatives across tech, education, and nonprofit sectors.
4. Khadijat Durosinmi
Globally recognized for her creativity and digital strategy, Khadijat is the co-founder of Tech Creatives, where she’s building the future of marketing talent in Nigeria. She’s a Top 100 Global Marketing Influencer and a true champion of storytelling through tech.
5. Maureen Ifada
Marketing Director at FrieslandCampina WAMCO, Maureen has been honored as one of WIMCA’s Top 50 Most Influential Women in Marketing and Communications in Nigeria. Her leadership and innovative strategies have significantly shaped the marketing landscape.
6. Tolulope Medebem
One of Nigeria’s foremost experiential marketing professionals, Tolulope has nearly two decades of experience spanning experiential marketing, event management, and brand management. She has been instrumental in executing successful campaigns for major clients.
7. Ngozi Akinyele
Recognized among WIMCA’s Top 50 Most Influential Women in Marketing and Communications in Nigeria, Ngozi’s contributions have been pivotal in shaping effective marketing strategies within the country.
8. Seun Adaramola
As one of WIMCA’s Top 50 Most Influential Women in Marketing and Communications, Seun has demonstrated exceptional prowess in crafting impactful marketing campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences.
9. Caroline Wabara
A rising star in Lagos’s digital marketing scene, Caroline is dedicated to ethical digital marketing and delivering tangible results. She specializes in helping local businesses thrive in the competitive digital marketplace.
10. Josephine Uba
A seasoned digital marketer, Josephine excels in crafting customized digital marketing strategies. Her ability to stay ahead of industry trends and deliver outstanding results has earned her a spot among Nigeria’s top digital marketing personalities
