African Excellence Awards 2025

15 Best Full-Service Media Company 2025 – Lagos and is a prime example of Universal McCann Nigeria’s innovative campaign capabilities. What’s more, Universal McCann Nigeria significantly influences the ongoing development of its country through the unwavering support of local Nigerian brands. Alongside this, the company also contributes towards social sustainability by supporting educational initiatives that are targeted at underprivileged children through non-governmental organisation partnerships, reinforcing its commitment to community development. Not only have these initiatives driven the team’s sense of purpose and organisational pride, but they have also impacted countless lives in the local community. At its core, Universal McCann Nigeria is a company that believes in supporting and mentoring the next generation, particularly young women. The company is proud to stand as a trailblazer for women in leadership across the advertising sector, striving to expand opportunities and make the sector more accessible to a broader range of people, including continually underrepresented and underserved groups. Universal McCann Nigeria’s CEO, Oyebimpe Fayemi, embodies this vision as a dedicated ally in advancing inclusive leadership, steering the mission with strength, resilience, and a commitment to progress. Internally, Universal McCann Nigeria has cultivated a team culture that prioritises empowerment, ownership, and professional development. The company strives to avoid micromanagement, instead encouraging autonomy and ensuring that each member of the team is recognised for their contributions. Alongside this, the team are equipped with ongoing industry-specific training, certifications – such as ARCON -, and continuous learning programmes to empower them to excel. As Universal McCann Nigeria continues to grow, the company maintains its progressive internal culture by fostering mutual respect, innovation, and resilience amongst the team. When expanding the team, Universal McCann Nigeria seeks out individuals who demonstrate adaptability, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Possessing ACRON certification is a standard requirement for candidates, with the company investing in professional development post-hire. Combining global strength with a personalised approach has enabled Universal McCann Nigeria to take the unique position of “the big boutique agency” – a position that has enabled the company to attract top talent from across the region. This is an advantageous position for Universal McCann Nigeria to assume, propelling the company forward in its vision of empowering brands to reach their full growth potential. Moving forward, Universal McCann Nigeria aims to continue evolving its strategy tools and expand its service capabilities further, with plans to deepen its partnerships with local and international brands across diverse industries, whilst scaling up community impact initiatives. Each carefully crafted strategy marks a pivotal step towards the agency’s ultimate goal: elevating Nigerian brands to global standards – a mission that has rightfully earned Universal McCann Nigeria the prestigious title of Lagos’s Best Full-Service Media Company 2025. Contact: Omobola Olajide Company: Universal McCann Nigeria Web Address: www.universalmccann-nig.com

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