PR SUPPORT FOR DAIKIN-JICA DAIKIN “THE SDGS BUSINESS VALIDATION SURVEY FOR DISSEMINATING HIGH-EFFICIENCY INVERTER AIR-CONDITIONERS WITH R32 REFRIGERANT IN NIGERIA.”

Situation

•Monday, 15 July 2025 – Daikin, in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), launched a nationwide initiative to promote high‑efficiency inverter air‑conditioners as a sustainable solution to Nigeria’s escalating energy demands. The launch event, held at Abuja Continental Hotel, marked a significant step in driving energy savings and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the adoption of modern cooling technology.

Task

Infuxion Communications was commissioned to develop PR support plan for Daikin-JICA to drive coverage for the launch event and dissemination of press materials immediately after the event. Secure coverage on a top-tier television station for national visibility and organize exclusive media interviews with Daikin and JICA executives, including Video & Photography Coverage

Approach

•Press materials comprising press release and photo news were disseminated to both print and online media platforms.

•Agency engaged and followed up with media platforms for the coverage of the launch and provided high-quality video and photo coverage

•Agency monitored the coverage and provided media reportage of the launch.

Result

•The launch of the Daikin-JICA energy-efficient AC initiative in Abuja generated notable media attention, reflecting strong stakeholder interest and public relevance. A total of 34 media outputs were secured, with coverage across print, digital and television.

•The event got thirteen (13) print mention, in leading national dailies. This print presence reached traditional readership audiences who value structured and authoritative reporting.

•The event also enjoyed nineteen (19) online mentions across prominent news websites, environmental platforms, and business blogs. This ensured robust digital visibility and engagement with Nigeria’s growing online audience.

•A major Nigerian television broadcaster-ARISE TV covered the event, airing segments on primetime news. This elevated the initiative’s credibility and ensured real-time engagement with a wide public audience via traditional broadcast platforms and digital platform.

•In addition to the television broadcast, a dedicated professional video production was created during the event. This content was tailored for •use across online platforms and internal stakeholder communications, enhancing post-event visibility, accessibility, and brand documentation.

•A professional photo archive was generated during the event, capturing high-level moments and stakeholder interactions. These assets supported media storytelling and social media amplification.

The cumulative reach of the media efforts stands at an impressive 24,763,653. This figure represents a well-distributed and diverse audience across traditional and digital ecosystems, helping to solidify the Daikin-JICA initiative as a leading conversation in Nigeria’s energy and climate solutions space.

Sentiment Analysis

All mentions and media responses to the Daikin-JICA launch were 100% positive. Media outlets and public commentary commended the initiative for: Its alignment with Nigeria’s energy efficiency and climate goals. Daikin’s commitment to high-quality, low-impact technology. JICA’s long-term development cooperation in the country.

 This favorable reception highlights the success of the media engagement strategy and positions the project as a credible and impactful intervention in Nigeria’s HVAC and sustainable development sectors.

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Okeke: ‘I believe in power of creativity and what can be achieved when applied’

https://guardian.ng/art/okeke-i-believe-in-power-of-creativity-and-what-can-be-achieved-when-applied

Mr. Gerald Okeke, Executive Director, Creative & Design Infuxion Communications Limited, he speaks with GREGORY AUSTIN NWAKUOR on his professional journey, AI and others.

What first sparked your interest in creative design and branding?
I have always had talent for drawing growing up, my interest was piqued during my secondary school days. Fine Arts was one of my subjects – the various aspects of the subject, Graphic design, Imaginative Composition, still life drawing, painting etc was the spark I needed.

My interest in creative design and branding was developed in my tertiary education days at Institute of Management & Technology (IMT) Enugu, where I graduated in Graphic Design.

At what point did you realise this was more than a talent — that it was a career path?
Growing up, the only form of art I knew was painting & Sculpture, I didn’t know much about the other branches like ceramics, textiles & graphic design. It was in my second year in college that my eyes were opened about the possibilities, but the reality that this could be a career path dawned on me when I was introduced to a course, Advertising Design during my OND days at Anambra Poly. Like I said I loved looking at adverts on the newspapers, TV commercials, signages etc growing up, but I didn’t know the professionals behind them.

What were some defining moments or turning points in your career progression?
My first job as a visualizer in my first advertising Agency, Adtech Limited. My elevation to head the Creative department in C&F, and joining Infuxion Communications Limited in 2023.

Who or what has influenced your creative philosophy the most?
There is no one person that influenced my creative philosophy, there were a few, but I can remember some of them, one of my lecturers at the Graphic Design Department, IMT Enugu, Mr. Bok Okafor, Mr. Ephraim Ogu, the creative head in my first agency and late Mr. Mike Obiajulu Meze, my former GM/COO at C&F. Trends, works and experiences of past and contemporary creative professionals have influenced my creative philosophy which is – be open to new ideas. Before you disrupt, first make sure you understand the rules & principles that guides what you intend to disrupt.

What unique opportunities does Nigeria present for creative professionals?
As Africa’s most populous nation, and the fastest growing creative hub in Africa, Nigeria provides a fertile ground for inspiration and innovation. It offers a dynamic landscape for creative professionals who are bolstered by its cultural richness, youthful population and growing global influence in entertainment, fashion and digital media.

What structural or systemic challenges still affect the industry?
Limited Access to Finance – the successes the Nigerian Creative Industries have recorded are majorly as a result of individual investment and effort not institutional. Sourcing funds from the financial sector is still a big challenge. Government agencies like Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) was created to help in this regard, but we’ve not seen much of their impact yet. Inadequate Infrastructure – We still lack some technical infrastructure in the areas of high end animation and post-production (VFX, colour grading and sound mixing). Some of these high-end projects are taken outside the country to other markets like South Africa, Europe etc where the infrastructure is highly developed.

What were the biggest challenges you faced while rising through the ranks, and how did you overcome them?
The training I and my contemporaries got from school and the early years of our profession as creatives was what could be referred to as “analog”, you did everything almost manually.

The use of computers in design was not common place then. That shift from doing visuals on paper to doing them on the computer was so challenging to me at first, because I’ve not mastered the use of computer, I felt like working with the computer system was slowing me down.I eventually overcame that challenge by training and lots of practice. With time I was conversant with the computer system and it actually fastened the creative process.

How would you describe your creative leadership style?
I have an Open-door policy leadership approach. I believe everyone is born creative; the creative spark can come from any quarters. So, I am open to ideas from whatever quarters.

In your experience, what distinguishes good design from transformative brand design?
A good design improves on what already exists, while transformative design sets a new standard that others will follow.

What is your process when approaching a new branding or campaign project?
Understanding the brief Discovery & Audit – Gathering raw materials and information through research, interviews etc. Strategy & Positioning – Get inspiration, direction and clarity about the brand or the campaign. Concept & Ideation – Create mood boards (gathering colours, textures and imagery to stimulate the flow of the creative juice, doodles, sketches and scamps). Create the big idea.Design and Execution – Bringing the ideas into life, develop visuals and create layouts.

How do you balance creativity with commercial objectives and client expectations?
I believe in the power of creativity and what can be achieved when creativity is applied to a task. We don’t just get creative for creative sake; it must answer to the client’s issues and bring a solution to the client’s problems. It also must be strategic to meet the commercial objectives and the expectations of the client.

Can you share a campaign or project that you consider a milestone in your career — and why?
The visual Identity project for Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA). This project was under the investment authority but the ministry of Finance and the then coordinating Minister of Finance had an oversight over the project. There were many vested interest and expectations, so it took a long time to create a logo which the various stakeholder agreed on.

After that I went on to create A Visual Identity Manual for the authority.

It was one of my career milestone or highlights because it was my first project at developing a bouquet of visual identity. I have created logos for companies and organizations before this project. I usually create the logo and apply it to the production of stationeries for the organisation and may be do signages, and it ends there but this went the whole hog. From the master logo concept to choosing colour palettes, creating different templates for corporate backgrounds, images, social media, power point presentations etc. This involved creating every visual manifestation and template for the Sovereign fund and develop a manual to serve as guide to any supplier they will engage in the future, and the public.

Secondly, was a high-profile nature of the project. It gives a very high sense of pride to be involved in a project that showcases the nation’s Sovereign Funds Authority identity among other international sovereign funds.

How do you build and manage high-performing creative teams?
Recruit highly imaginative team, create stimulating office environment, motivate and reward performance. In an era of AI and digital acceleration, how is the role of a Creative Director evolving?

In today’s world, generative AI is capable of churning out high quality content in minutes, the Creative Director is now saddled with the task of guarding and preserving the brand integrity in the world of algorithms among other things. He is also saddled with supervising some new creative team members AI has thrown up like Prompt Engineers who translate creative vision into machine language and Story Model Trainers who teach AI the nuances of specific brand so that generic content is not produced but rather, create contents that has empathy with the brand.

How would you assess the current state of the creative design and branding industry in Nigeria?
It has evolved and grown in leaps and bounds. Nigerian creative has always held their own.

That’s why Nigerian creative freelancers are getting gigs from all over the world. In the area of branding, especially production, there is a lot of room for improvement. Some of our elaborate productions are still done outside our shores in countries like China, UAE, SA, etc. We still don’t have some of the latest technology here in the country.

Do you believe Nigerian brands are investing enough in strategic branding? Why or why not?
Not really. Most decision makers in businesses and organizations in Nigeria are yet to fathom and appreciate the role strategic branding plays in a business. They still have not fully grasped the benefits, like customer recognition, customer loyalty, credibility and brand equity it bestows.

What trends are currently shaping branding and visual communication in Nigeria?
Heritage Branding and Afrocentric Visual Storytelling. Brands are increasing leaning into Nigerian and African identity to stand out in the crowd.

Authentic representation in terms of imagery, the use of Nigerian models of diverse skin tones and body types against the usual practice of using Stock international images.

AI is no longer a future threat but a current collaborator in Nigerian agencies.

What advice would you give to young Nigerian creatives entering the industry today?
Be open and willing to learn new things, practice, practice and practice.

What attracted you to Infuxion Communications Limited?
The daring do attitude of the owners of the business, the passion and the professionalism that’s pervasive in the consultancy.

How would you describe the creative vision and positioning of Infuxion?
Our creative vision is to produce works and campaigns that are strategic to our clients’ objectives. We don’t create works that are just for aesthetics but works that answer to our clients’ needs.

What has been your most significant contribution to the company’s creative growth?
The studio is always filled with free spirited guys. My ability to bring order to our creative process and like my former boss will say “there should be a method to this madness”. This order brings clarity and direction.

How has Infuxion evolved creatively under your leadership?
Infuxion is a very young organisation, it’s too short a time to say we’ve evolved. Ai is playing a very important role in the creative process. We are evolving so to speak because we are adopting the use of AI more in our creative process.

What differentiates Infuxion’s approach to branding and communications?
Our approach is always Strategy based. We want to always proffer solutions that help our clients win.

How do you ensure consistency and excellence across all Infuxion brand executions?
At Infuxion, we understand the power of identity and branding. From the get go when we came up with our visual identity – after creating a logo for the consultancy, we have to produce a guideline for all our visual manifestations (Visual Identity Manual). So we apply the guidelines to every of our brand executions, this helps to maintain consistency and uniformity.

What role does storytelling play in modern brand building?
It plays a very big role. Story telling creates deep emotional connections to a brand. It makes messages more relatable, memorable and persuasive. Good story telling can help a brand to cut through the clutter. It can also help build authenticity, trust and loyalty for a brand.

How do you measure the success of a creative campaign beyond aesthetics?
You measure the success of a creative campaign by how much it delivers on the objectives set by the client.

What is the relationship between design, culture, and corporate reputation?
There is a strong connection between the 3. Culture is the foundation, the how and why of every organisation, it’s shared values, beliefs and behaviors of people. While design is the way an organisation communicates and expresses its culture. Reputation is the collective judgment (perception) of an organization’s culture and design over time. Culture drives Design; Design shapes reputation; Reputation enforces Culture.

How important is research and data in your creative process?
Very important. They are indeed among the foundations of our creative process. Research throws up information and helps to fuel your creative juice. Data helps you to know to whom and how to direct your ideas so that it resonates with the audience.

In your view, what makes a brand timeless?
A brand that remains relevant to its publics over the years. A brand that remains true to its core values, and can evolve without changing its values.

What legacy do you hope to build within Infuxion Communications Limited?
I hope to build a legacy of professionalism, integrity and a solution/client centric consultancy.

Where do you see the Nigerian creative industry in the next 5–10 years?
It’s better imagined. With the influx of generative AI and the great promise it holds, the industry is headed for creative paradise. There will be lots and lots of improvements in the area of tools for more quality output and even quicker turn-around time. More quality production equipment will be available in the country to prosecute some of the jobs we can only do outside of our shores presently.

What personal or professional goals still drive you?
It’s our vision to build this company into a top strategy led marketing consultancy in Nigeria and the West African sub region. Until that happens, we keep going.

If you were to describe your creative journey in one sentence, what would it be?
It has been Interesting.

How would you describe the company’s creative philosophy in a highly competitive communications industry?
Our creative philosophy is to always create works that help our clients meet their objectives and tell their stories in the most compelling way. It goes beyond just creating works for the aesthetic value only.

What kind of creative culture does Infuxion Communications promote internally?
At Infuxion, we are open to new ideas and constant learning. We apply creative rigor in our delivery; we also encourage freedom of expression & execution excellence. We always work as a team, exchanging and creating great works.

What is the long-term vision for Infuxion Communications Limited?
The long-term vision for Infuxion Communications Limited is to be the sought after strategy-led Integrated Marketing Communications firm in Nigeria & sub-Saharan Africa. By this I mean when clients and organisations are looking for marketing communication firms that will offer strategy-based solutions in Nigeria and the West African sub region, they will come to us.

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Corporate Reputation and Impact in Nigeria and West Africa’s Dynamic Business Environment – Okereke

In today’s hyper-connected world, corporate reputation has become one of the most valuable strategic assets any organization can possess, and one of the easiest to lose. This reality is even more pronounced in complex and rapidly evolving markets such as Nigeria and the wider West African region, where cultural diversity, regulatory shifts, socio-economic realities, intense competition, and digital transparency converge to shape public perception in real time.
In these environments, reputation is no longer an abstract concept reserved for branding conversations. It is a business imperative that directly influences investor confidence, stakeholder trust, customer loyalty, regulatory goodwill, and long-term sustainability. Organizations can no longer afford to leave reputation management to chance or rely solely on reactive crisis communication. Reputation must be intentionally built, strategically aligned with business objectives, and consistently reinforced through authentic engagement.
This is where strategic communications becomes a competitive advantage.
Across Nigeria and West Africa, corporate reputation is shaped by the following multiple interconnected factors:
·      Diverse socio-cultural expectations across communities and Regions
·      Rapidly evolving regulatory and policy environments
·      Increased public scrutiny fueled by social media & citizen journalism
·      Historical perceptions and trust concerns surrounding corporations
In such contexts, reputation is influenced not only by what organizations say, but by what they do, how they engage stakeholders, and how they respond during crisis situation. Organizations with strong reputational capital are better positioned to navigate disruption, maintain stakeholder confidence, and sustain growth even in volatile conditions.
At Infuxion Communications, we believe reputation management must be proactive, intentional, and context-driven. Our approach focuses on:
1. Proactive stakeholder engagement and reputation risk management
2. Contextualized communication strategies tailored to local realities
3. Integrated traditional and digital communications for stronger narrative control
Organizations that prioritize integrity, transparency, and strategic stakeholder engagement are better positioned to build trust, navigate uncertainty, and sustain growth.
In complex markets like Nigeria and West Africa, reputation is not merely a reflection of success, it is a cornerstone of it.

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Everyone has a story. At Infuxion communications, our work is ensuring the right stories are heard. – Chinenye.

"Grateful for the opportunity to share my journey, lessons, and vision in this interview with The Guardian."

Chinenye Florella Nwankwo is the Director of Business Development at Infuxion Communications Limited. She discusses her leadership journey, vision, career challenges and opportunities with GREGORY AUSTIN NWAKUNOR

Can you walk us through your journey to your current position at Infuxion Communications Limited?

My journey to becoming Director of Business Development at Infuxion Communications has been both organic and intentional. It all started when I made the deliberate decision to return to school to study Media and Communication, a move that laid the formal foundation for my career in this space.

Following that, I interned at a reputable PR agency, which at the time was widely regarded as a “university of public relations” due to its strong reputation for producing some of the industry’s finest practitioners. Many of its alumni now lead communication teams across sectors, and it was there I truly gained practical exposure to the art and science of PR.

Since then, I have taken on a variety of client-facing roles, gradually building deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, media strategy, and client growth management. Over the years, I developed a strong interest in development-driven narratives and strategic visibility. Joining Infuxion allowed me to merge that passion with business development, driving meaningful client relationships while shaping our growth trajectory. My current role is a culmination of years spent understanding the intersection between corporate influence and public perception.

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Infuxion Communications Unveils Strategic Advisory Hub to Empower Nigerian and International Businesses

Lagos, Nigeria – 18 August 2025 – Infuxion Communications Limited, a leading strategic communications and business advisory consultancy, has officially unveiled its Strategic Advisory Hub, designed to provide cutting-edge solutions in corporate communications, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, and brand positioning for businesses in Nigeria and across international markets..

The Strategic Advisory Hub is positioned as a one-stop platform for organizations and visionary leaders seeking to navigate complex business environments, protect and enhance their reputations, and unlock growth opportunities in an increasingly competitive global economy.

Speaking at the unveiling, Mr. Chukwuemeka Okereke, Managing Partner and Lead Consultant of Infuxion Communications, emphasized the firm’s commitment to shaping the future of communications advisory in Africa:

“The Strategic Advisory Hub represents a bold step in our mission to redefine how Nigerian and African businesses engage stakeholders, build trust, and achieve sustainable growth. With this initiative, Infuxion Communications is not just offering services—we are providing a strategic platform that empowers leaders to influence, adapt, and thrive locally and globally.”

The Hub will serve clients across diverse sectors, including energy, mining, technology, financial services, education, and government, offering tailor-made strategies that address today’s challenges of reputation, stakeholder trust, and market expansion.

Infuxion Communications’ Strategic Advisory Hub will also provide specialized services in:

· Crisis and Reputation Management – proactive monitoring and rapid response strategies.

· Stakeholder Engagement & Government Relations – building alignment between organizations and their key audiences.

· Leadership Positioning & Brand Strategy – amplifying the voices of visionary leaders and companies.

· Business Advisory & Market Entry Support – guiding international organizations seeking trusted partnerships in Nigeria and Africa.

With a vision to become Africa’s most trusted communications partner, Infuxion Communications is leveraging its deep local insight, global perspective, and strategic advisory expertise to empower organizations with what it calls “The Infuxion Edge”—strategic influence, reputation trust, and stakeholder alignment.

About Infuxion Communications Limited

Infuxion Communications Limited is a Nigerian-based strategic communications and business advisory consultancy. The firm delivers world-class solutions in corporate communications, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, public relations, and brand positioning. With a bold vision to become Africa’s most trusted communications partner, Infuxion empowers visionary organizations and leaders to achieve influence, credibility, and growth.

 

Media Contact:
Strategic Advisory Hub Desk
Infuxion Communications Limited
Email: info@infuxion.org | Phone: +234 803 303 5602
Website: www.infuxion.org

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DESIGN & IMPLEMENTATION OF A STRATEGIC CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS FRAMEWORK & PROVISION OF STRATEGIC CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT FOR ETAZUMA MINING & INDUSTRIES LTD AND CLIENT COMPANY’S

Background

Etazuma Mining & Industries Limited, a leading indigenous energy and solid minerals conglomerate in Nigeria, sought to reposition its corporate image, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and align internal and external communication systems with its strategic business goals. To achieve this, Etazuma engaged Infuxion Communications Limited, a reputable strategic communications consultancy, to design a comprehensive Corporate Communications Framework and provide direct strategic communication support across all its operational and subsidiary structures over an initial six-month period.

Objectives of the Engagement 

  • To design a Strategic Corporate Communications Framework that reflects the business aspirations and stakeholder engagement needs of Eta-Zuma and its subsidiaries.
  • To streamline internal and external communications protocols across departments and subsidiaries.
  • To manage public perception through structured media relations, crisis communication, and thought leadership.
  • To build communications capacity across executive management, heads of departments, and communications liaisons.
  • To enhance stakeholder confidence through consistent, transparent, and value-driven corporate messaging.

Scope of Work

Infuxion Communications’ engagement was structured in two core dimensions: 

1. Framework Development

  • Designed a Standard Corporate Communications Framework, incorporating:
      • Internal communication structures and tools.
      • External communications strategy and stakeholder engagement protocols.
      • Media relations and crisis communication policy.
      • Social media governance structure. Brand voice and message architecture.
  • Tailored framework to suit the operations of 10 Eta-Zuma subsidiaries including Zuma 828 Coal Ltd, Zuma Energy Nigeria Ltd, IMEX, Battregen, Etazuma Farms, and others.

2. Strategic Communications Support

  • Appointed an on-call Strategic Communications Consultant to provide hands-on support and advisory to Executive Management and departmental leaders.
  • Oversaw the development of communications collateral, including newsletters, press releases, speeches, media kits, and community engagement materials.
  • Initiated and managed media relations activities, including engagement with traditional and digital media for positive brand visibility.
  • Facilitated capacity-building sessions and coaching for internal communications personnel.
  • Advised on crisis communications protocols in response to public criticism and government relations challenges. 

Key Achievements

  • Delivered a comprehensive Corporate Communications Framework Document adopted across all company levels.
  • Institutionalized a communications reporting structure from subsidiary liaisons to the executive team.
  • Produced a repository of strategic messaging assets (boilerplates, talking points, executive bios).
  • Achieved increased media visibility and improved stakeholder sentiment within key communities and government stakeholders.
  • Initiated preparations for AFNIS 2025 Summit participation, with communications strategy aligned to business positioning.
  • Provided strategic Executive visibility and positioning campaign for the Executive Chairman and Executive management team.

Results & Impacts

  • Enhanced organizational clarity and communications efficiency across departments and project teams.
  • Strengthened the company’s public image and improved media narrative around Etazuma operations.   
  • Increased internal alignment and executive confidence in communications processes.
  • Positioned Etazuma as a more proactive and responsible corporate actor in Nigeria’s extractive industry space.

Conclusion

The initial six-month engagement between Infuxion Communications Limited and Etazuma Mining & Industries Limited demonstrated the strategic value of a well-structured communications architecture. With foundational systems in place and early gains achieved, the partnership set the stage for long-term visibility, reputation management, and stakeholder trust-building.

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ALUKO & OYEBODE MEDIA RELATIONS AND ADVERT PLACEMENT SUPPORT

Client Overview:

Aluko & Oyebode is one of Nigeria’s leading full-service commercial law firms, providing top-tier legal services to domestic and international clients across various industries. The firm is recognized for its excellence in corporate law, dispute resolution, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.

Objective:

To enhance the firm’s visibility, reputation, and engagement with key stakeholders through strategic media relations and targeted advert placement, including the 23rd memorial advert for Bankole Aluko in Thisday Newspaper.

Task:

  • Memorial Tribute: The firm wanted to honor the late Bankole Aluko’s legacy with a well-placed and impactful tribute advert in a respected national publication.

Approach:

Advert Placement:

  • Conducted audience analysis to identify key channels for advert placements, including business dailies, law journals, and online platforms.
  • Negotiated premium ad placements in print media to maximize visibility and engagement.
  • Designed and placed a high-impact memorial advert for Bankole Aluko in Thisday Newspaper, ensuring a dignified and wide-reaching tribute.

Results:

  • Successful Memorial Tribute: The Bankole Aluko memorial advert in Thisday Newspaper received widespread recognition, reinforcing his legacy and the firm’s respect for its founding partners.

Conclusion:

Through a strategic media relations and advert placement campaign, Aluko & Oyebode strengthened its brand presence, reinforced its thought leadership, and effectively reached its target audience. The successful placement of the Bankole Aluko memorial advert in Thisday Newspaper further demonstrated the firm’s commitment to honoring its legacy while maintaining its industry prominence.

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KOBOGO NIGERIA LTD: BILLBOARD ADVERT PLACEMENTS

SITUATION

•KOBOGO Nigeria Limited needed to create Top of the Mind awareness, credibility and downloads for its brand and loan app in Lagos and engaged Infuxion Communications Limited to help erect Billboard adverts at select locations in Lagos state.

TASK

•Infuxion Communications Limited was engaged to erect LED Billboard adverts on Third Mainland Bridge By Adeniji Adele and Wallmount Billboard by Lekki-Epe Expressway After Mobil, Oba Idowu Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos for an initial one month period subject to possible renewals.

APPROACH

•Consultancy obtained ARCON Approval of the advert materials for Kobogo.

•Printed the static advert material for the Wallmount Billboard at Lekki-Epe Expressway After Mobil, Oba Idowu Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos.

•Ensured the LED Billboard adverts on Third Mainland Bridge By Adeniji Adele and Wallmount Billboard by Lekki-Epe Expressway After Mobil, Oba Idowu Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos went live within 16 hours of ARCON approval.

•Provided daily monitoring and supervision updates of the boards to KOBOGO

RESULT

•Obtained ARCON advert certificate of Approval for the adverts with 16 hours.

•Printed the advert materials and ensured the Boards went LIVE within 24 hours of ARCON Approval

•Provision of Monitoring, Supervision and Reporting of the state of the boards to KOBOGO

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ACCRETE ENERGY LIMITED: COVERAGE & CONTENT CREATION AT NAICE 2024 EXHIBITION

SITUATION

•Accrete Energy Limited has requested the services of Infuxion Communications Limited to help it with the photo and video coverage and content creation to maximize its presence and impact at NAICE 2024 Exhibition.

TASK

•Infuxion Communications Limited was commissioned to provide photo and video coverage of Accrete Energy Limited participation at the NAICE 2024 Exhibition and create engaging contents from the booth set up to the actual exhibition days starting from  3rd to 7th August 2024.

APPROACH

•Pre-Event Content Creation:Before and After video and photography capture, showing skeletal frame of booth and the final build.

•On-Site Content Creation: Capture high-quality photos and videos during the event, including keynote sessions, booth interactions, and networking events for the 3 days duration of the Exhibition.

•Post-Event Content Creation: Produce Overall Highlights Video for the event.

RESULT

•We provided video and photo coverage of the exhibition booth showing the before and after of the booth, and produced footage for social media reel.

•We captured high-quality photo and video coverage showing booth activities of Accrete Energy at the exhibition, focusing on keynote sessions, booth interactions, and networking events, and provided content tailored for easy and effective deployment in social media platforms.

•We conducted interviews with key stakeholders, industry professionals, and attendees.

•Produced a highlights video showcasing Accrete Energy’s participation and key moments from NAICE 2024 for each day of the event.

•We also produced a short video to capture the entire event highlighting Accrete Energy participation at NAICE 2024.

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How Infuxion Communications Is Revolutionizing Media Agency Practice In Nigeria – Okereke

Chukwuemeka Okereke is the Managing Director/ Lead Consultant at Infuxion Communications Limited. He is a finance and communication management expert with over 25 years post graduate experience which cuts across financial management, strategic communications planning and positioning, reputation and Business management for a wide variety of brands and causes.

Prior to co-founding Infuxion Communications Limited, Emeka held top management positions in C&F Porter Novelli, where he rose to the position of Head of Finance, and Head, Business Management, a position he held till his resignation in 2023, He brings over 18 years experience in top flight management, corporate positioning and set ups, as well as

extensive knowledge in the areas of financial management, Integrated marketing communications, Human Resources and Business management, having successfully led and supported teams charged with implementing large scale communications programmes for diverse clients.

He spoke with Ikechi Nzeako,

Tell us about the company?

Infuxion Communications Ltd is a strategic communications consultancy delivering business advisory based on experience and insight. The company is borne out of the necessity to breed freshness to the old skills that have connoted the PR industry in Nigeria for years. We have within the very short period of our existence built a strong access to global resources and insights, and coordinate Africa and the rest of the world through our ‘Hub & Spoke’ approach that have helped us build trusted affiliates and partners.

We partner with companies, organizations and individuals to help manage their reputation. Our communications connect with audiences so effectively, in a way that they are logical and personal, strategic and creative.

The practice is led by a team of dedicated professionals with a combined wealth of experience of over 25 years, with expertise that cuts across a range of different sectors and policy areas designed to meet our client’s needs.

What services does your company provide?

Like I said, our principals are business professionals and communicators with broad spectrum that cut across diverse industry experiences, having advised clients locally and globally over many years at both the best of times and the worst of times.

We are therefore eminently equipped to provide marketing communications support, financial and investor relations services, public sector/ government relations support, corporate communications, designs and branding services, media relations support, strategic communications development, Crisis management and Communications, purpose and sustainability initiatives and Media monitoring and reporting services.

What differentiates your company from other media agencies?

Infuxion Communications Limited is an ideas consultancy. We are foremost a reputation management advisory company, with focus on adding value and delivering results for our clients whether through sophisticated integrated marketing communications or public relations campaigns.

We craft beautiful stories that explore everyday life. Delivering the right PR and marketing content in the right way. Telling stories that matter, seeding ideas and stirring emotion. Standing alongside our clients as custodians of their reputation is a privilege that we will forever cherish.

When was Infuxion Communications established and how has it fared?

Infuxion communications Limited was established in March 2023, following my resignation from C&F Porter Novelli early that year, having held top management positions for over eighteen (18) years.  I then decided to partner with some progressive oriented minds to birth Infuxion Communications Limited.

We have since coming on board, worked with notable organisations and companies, providing reputation management support, media relations support, and designs and branding services.

We have within the very short period of our existence build a strong access to global resources and insights, and coordinates Africa and the rest of the world through our ‘Hub & Spoke’ approach that have helped us build trusted affiliates and partners.

What challenges has the company faced and what strategies were deployed to meet them?

Infuxion Communications like every other business have had its fair share of challenges as an emerging company. The present economic situation in Nigeria is a major challenge that have resulted in drought in business opportunities, leading to cut down in company budgets for communications support services. Human capital deficiency in the industry, competition and saturation of the market by nonprofessionals are also part of the challenge.

Notwithstanding, we have continued to navigate through these challenges by introducing our proactive services level models whereby we continue to stand alongside our clients as custodians of their reputation.

What is your assessment of the media agency in the country?

The Nigerian media agency landscape presents both opportunities and challenges, some of which are: Diverse Landscape: The Nigerian media agency is diverse with a mix of regional, and multinational agencies operating in the market which provides clients with a range of options to choose from. Growth Potential: The media industry has grown significantly, and is currently been driven by young and tech-savvy population. Competitive Environment: The landscape is highly competitive, leading to innovative and strategic solutions with agencies struggling for share of the budget of both local and international brands. Digital Transformation: The media in Nigeria is undergoing a digital transformation, with growing emphasis on data-driven strategies for campaigns. Client Expectations: Clients in Nigeria are becoming increasingly sophisticated and are demanding more transparency, accountability and measurable results from their media agency/ partners.

What is your comment on the Nigerian business environment?

Like we all know, the Nigerian business environment is currently beclouded with various kinds of risks, fear, and uncertainty that culminate into the collapse of so many businesses and the relocation of several multinational to other countries and closure of many local firms.

What do you think can be done to make the environment friendly to businesses?

The Nigerian environment could be friendly for businesses if the government make conscientious effort towards improving infrastructure, reducing bureaucracy, ensuring legal and regulatory transparency, tackling corruption, promoting access to finance, investing in education, and skills development, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship are key steps to make the Nigerian business environment more friendly.

What qualities does one need to possess to own an agency in the country?

To own an agency in Nigeria, you would typically need to first register your business with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), then obtain the necessary licenses and permits depending on the type of agency (e.g. advertising, recruitment, real estate etc), have the capital for initial setup and operations, comply with the different regulatory authorities, be it for tax, or for the practice, and meet specific industry requirements. Additionally, having industry knowledge is key, with a solid business plan and networks can be helpful.

What advice will you give a young person who wants to start and run an agency?

For young people looking to start and run an agency in Nigeria, my advice would be to; Obtain a formal education and spend some time to work with a reputable agency to gain relevant experience and skills in the industry. Research the market thoroughly to understand the demand for your services and knowledge of your competition. Register and network with professionals in your industry to gain insights, and mentorship. Develop a solid business plan outlining your agency’s business strategies, service offering and pricing. Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements for starting and operating a business in Nigeria. Focus on delivering exceptional customer service to build a positive reputation and attract clients. Continuously innovate and adapt to market trends to stay competitive and meet evolving client needs. Be resilient and prepared to face challenges along the way, and never stop learning and improving your skills and business strategies.

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