MARKETING EDGE, Nigeria’s foremost marketing, advertising and brand intelligence publication, has appointed Amos Oladele as its new Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief following the demise of its Founder, Publisher/CEO, John Ajayi, who passed on December 10, 2025.

The appointment, which was recently announced, takes immediate effect and marks a significant continuity step for the organisation at a defining moment in its corporate journey.

Oladele brings to the role an exceptional blend of academic depth and extensive industry experience spanning over three decades in the Nigerian media landscape. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education (BA Ed), a Postgraduate Diploma, and a Master’s degree in Mass Communication, all obtained from the University of Lagos (UNILAG).

He joined MARKETING EDGE in 2015 and has since played a pivotal role in shaping the publication’s editorial direction, operational growth and industry relevance.
Until his latest appointment, he served as General Editor and Group Chief Operating Officer, at which positions which he contributed significantly to sustaining the brand’s leadership within Nigeria’s Integrated Marketing Communications ecosystem.

With his elevation to Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief, the media expert will now oversee the organisation’s strategic direction, editorial integrity, business operations, stakeholder engagement and long-term growth agenda, ensuring the preservation and advancement of the legacy built by its late founder.

Speaking on his appointment, Oladele reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the vision, values and future of MARKETING EDGE. He noted that his long-standing working relationship with the team has been defined by mutual respect, professionalism and shared purpose.

He commended the MARKETING EDGE workforce for their resilience, dedication and unity over the years, expressing confidence that continued teamwork and harmony will further strengthen the organisation.

According to him, as the team collectively works together with focus and shared responsibility, there is no doubt that MARKETING EDGE will continue to grow, evolve and maintain its position as a leading authority in marketing communications journalism in Nigeria and beyond.

The appointment signals stability, continuity and renewed momentum for MARKETING EDGE as it navigates a new chapter while honouring the enduring legacy of John Ajayi.