It was a moment of double celebration and industry recognition for Prunet Digital Agency and its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Promise Ekewuba, as they emerged among the biggest winners at the 2026 edition of The Brand Handlers Summit & Awards held in Lagos.
Prunet Digital Agency was honoured with the prestigious Digital Creative Agency of the Year award in recognition of its outstanding contributions to digital innovation, creative excellence, and impactful brand communication within Nigeria’s Integrated Marketing Communications industry.
Adding to the remarkable achievement, the agency’s CEO, Mr. Promise Ekewuba, was also recognised with the coveted Distinguished Marketing Professional of the Year award for his visionary leadership, strategic influence, and sustained contribution to the growth of the marketing and digital communications ecosystem.
The awards ceremony, which formed part of the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards 2026, attracted top stakeholders across the marketing communications value chain, including brand custodians, advertising agencies, media professionals, creatives, and business leaders from across Nigeria.
Speaking on the recognition, organisers of the awards noted that Prunet Digital Agency distinguished itself through innovation-driven campaigns, creative execution, and its commitment to helping brands navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
According to the organisers, Mr. Ekewuba’s recognition reflects his passion for excellence, forward-thinking leadership, and his role in shaping conversations around digital transformation and strategic marketing communications in Nigeria.
The Brand Handlers Summit & Awards, organised by MARKETING SPACE, is designed to celebrate outstanding brands, agencies, and professionals whose contributions continue to drive growth, innovation, and excellence within Africa’s marketing communications industry.
The 2026 edition was themed: “Marketing the New Africa: Driving Growth Through Innovation, Culture, and Youth Influence.”
