The Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN) is celebrating Nigeria’s remarkable performance at the 2025 SABRE Awards, one of the world’s most prestigious recognitions in public relations and strategic communications.
At this year’s edition, Nigerian campaigns led by Chain Reactions Africa and Integrated Indigo in collaboration with globally renowned brands and government institutions secured top honours across multiple categories, affirming the country’s rising global influence in the communications industry.
The Nigerian entries stood out among thousands of submissions across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, earning five highly coveted SABRE Awards:
1. Diamond SABRE Award – Company of the Year
IndomieHeroesAward — Indomie Noodles with Chain Reactions Africa
This award recognises the organisation that has demonstrated the most impressive reputation management over the past year.
2. SABRE Award for Superior Achievement in Research and Planning
OdourPandemic — Nivea with Chain Reactions Africa
Awarded for excellence in insight-led campaign development and execution.
3. Healthcare Category
OdourPandemic — Nivea with Chain Reactions Africa
Celebrating outstanding public relations efforts in the healthcare sector.
4. Public Sector/Government Category
Striking Gold — Federal Ministry of Art, Culture and Creative Economy (FMACCE) with Chain Reactions Africa.
Recognising impactful communication that bridges government policy with public engagement.
5. Financial Communications Category
NB Rights Issue Campaign — Nigerian Breweries with Integrated Indigo.
Honouring effective financial communication strategy and execution.
Speaking on the historic win, Dr. Nkechi Ali-Balogun, Chair/CEO of PRCAN, stated:
“These awards are not just a win for the agencies and their clients, but a national triumph. They showcase the creativity, strategy, and global relevance of Nigerian public relations. We commend Chain Reactions Africa, Integrated Indigo and their clients for flying the Nigerian flag high and setting a new benchmark for excellence in the African communications landscape.”
She further emphasised that the wins reflect the transformative role of strategic communication in enhancing brand equity, influencing public policy, and solving societal problems.
