Prunet gets recognition

Prunet Digital Agency has received the Digital Creative Agency of the Year award at the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards 2026 in recognition of its contributions to digital innovation, creative excellence and impactful brand communication.

The award, presented in Lagos during the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards 2026, highlighted the agency’s commitment to delivering innovative and results-driven solutions that help brands grow in an increasingly competitive digital environment.

In a statement, the organisers said Prunet earned the recognition through its innovation-driven campaigns, creative excellence and commitment to helping brands navigate the evolving digital landscape.

In a related development, the Chief Executive Officer of Prunet Digital Agency, Promise Ekewuba, received the Distinguished Marketing Professional of the Year award for his leadership and contributions to the marketing communications industry.

According to the organisers, the award recognised Ekewuba’s dedication to excellence, forward-thinking leadership and role in advancing conversations around digital transformation and strategic marketing communications in Nigeria.

The summit attracted key stakeholders across the Integrated Marketing Communications ecosystem, including brand custodians, advertising agencies, media professionals, creatives and business leaders.

Reacting to the recognition, Prunet Digital Agency thanked its clients, partners and employees for their continued support.

The agency stated, “We appreciate our clients, partners, and team members for their continued trust and support. These awards motivate us to continue delivering innovative solutions and exceptional value to brands across industries.”

The Brand Handlers Summit & Awards is organised by MARKETING SPACE to celebrate brands, agencies and professionals whose contributions drive growth, innovation and excellence in Africa’s marketing communications industry.

The 2026 edition of the event was held under the theme, “Marketing the New Africa: Driving Growth Through Innovation, Culture, and Youth Influence.”

Arinze Nwafor is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with five years of experience reporting on Nigeria’s economy, industry, data, metro, and judiciary. He focuses on highlighting growth, policy, and market challenges shaping Africa’s largest economy. Arinze’s reporting reflects practical newsroom experience, editorial judgment, and a strong commitment to accurate, informative, and audience-focused journalism.