Bayelsa Media Awards

Bayelsa Media Awards A platform to reward diligence and media professionalism in Bayelsa State

The Bayelsa Media Awards is an award programme that recognizes excellence in the media profession and entertainment sector in Bayelsa State and the nation at large. It is the most authentic and widely acclaimed media cm entertainment awards ceremony in whole of southern Nigeria, with the assemblage of successful media practitioners from across the nation coming together to celebrate excellence in broadcasting and other entertainment arts. Bayelsa Media Awards started in 2013 and have been able to host ten successful editions and has succeeded in consciously driving excellence in broadcasting, media activities, advertorials and other arts of entertainment. Media practitioners now put BMA before financial profit, as BMA have been certified to be profitable in the long run beyond accolades.There is a compelling need to invest in the entertainment sector so as to fully exploit the opportunities that abound in it and which investors can take advantage of such as brand abassadorship, media visibility, brand exhibition programmes to mention but a few.The Bayelsa Media Awards sufficiently provides these platform to investors.

BMA CELEBRATES HIGH CHIEF FIDELIS AGBIKI ESQ. ON HIS BIRTHDAY Chief Adjudicator, Bayelsa Media AwardsHAPPY BIRTHDAY, HIG...
19/07/2026

BMA CELEBRATES HIGH CHIEF FIDELIS AGBIKI ESQ. ON HIS BIRTHDAY
Chief Adjudicator, Bayelsa Media Awards

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HIGH CHIEF FIDELIS AGBIKI ESQ.

Today, the Bayelsa Media Awards, BMA celebrates a father, a mentor, and a builder.

We celebrate a man who has personally contributed to the growth of media practitioners across the Niger Delta. Your guidance, corrections, and encouragement have shaped generations of broadcast journalists and communication professionals.

We also celebrate you for being an integral part of the Bayelsa Media Awards success journey as our Chief Adjudicator. Your integrity, fairness, and wealth of experience gave the BMA its credibility and weight. Because of you, excellence became our standard.

From Old Rivers State to Bayelsa State, your distinguished service to successive governments and your towering contributions to the media industry will never be forgotten. You are truly a Vanguard for Good Governance and Media Development
May the Almighty God grant you long life in sound health.
May He renew your strength like the eagle’s and bless the works of your hands.
May He order your steps and crown all your aspirations with victory.
May your home be filled with peace, joy, and divine favour.
Amen.
We love, honour, and appreciate you, Sir.

Happy Birthday, High Chief Fidelis Agbiki Esq.

Signed by:

Victor Binawari
Project Manager
On behalf of the Board, Management & Staff of
Bayelsa Media Awards

URGENT SPECIAL CALL FOR ENTRIES! BAYELSA MEDIA AWARDS 2026 13TH EDITIONNCDMB PRIZE CATEGORIES – LEAD SPONSOR AWARD Are...
18/07/2026

URGENT SPECIAL CALL FOR ENTRIES!

BAYELSA MEDIA AWARDS 2026
13TH EDITION

NCDMB PRIZE CATEGORIES – LEAD SPONSOR AWARD

Are you a journalist in the Niger Delta telling the Nigerian Content story?

The Bayelsa Media Awards in partnership with NCDMB is calling for entries for 3 special prize categories!

CATEGORIES:
1. NCDMB Prize for Niger Delta Region's Oil & Gas Broadcast Reporter of the Year

2. NCDMB Prize for Niger Delta Region's Oil & Gas Print Reporter of the Year

3. NCDMB Prize for Niger Delta Region's Economy Reporter of the Year

WHO CAN ENTER?
Open to Print and Broadcast Journalists based in the Niger Delta Region:
Akwa Ibom, Abia, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers States

Your story must focus on Oil & Gas, Energy, or Economic issues and highlight Nigerian Content, industry impact, or community development.

WHAT'S AT STAKE?
Each winner goes home with:
One Million Naira (₦1,000,000) CASH PRIZE + A BRAND NEW LAPTOP
Courtesy of NCDMB – Lead Sponsor

DEADLINE: 31ST JULY, 2025
Time is running out. Submit your entry TODAY!

HOW TO SUBMIT:
Send to: [email protected]
Subject: `BMA 2026 Entry / Your Name / Category / Organization`

Attach:
1. Print: Clear PDF or scanned copy of published work
2. Broadcast: Flash drive link, MP3, or MP4 of aired report
3. Summary: 250 words max on the story's objective, research, and impact

FOR ENQUIRIES & SPONSORSHIP:
Call/WhatsApp: 08038694081
Website: http://www.bma.org.ng

POWERED BY: Nigerian Content Development & Monitoring Board, NCDMB

PACKAGED BY :Sqilful Konseptz & Dachaj

Let your story on Nigerian Content be heard.
Let your impact be rewarded.





New Category Alert!
03/07/2026

New Category Alert!

BMA 2026: Entries Open for 13th Edition as Govt, NCDMB Back Cash Prizes for Journalists The Bayelsa Media Awards (BMA) h...
01/07/2026

BMA 2026: Entries Open for 13th Edition as Govt, NCDMB Back Cash Prizes for Journalists

The Bayelsa Media Awards (BMA) has officially opened entries for its 13th Edition, “13:30 Edition”, with major sponsors reaffirming support for media professionals in the Niger Delta.

In a statement from the organizers, the awards body said entries are now open to qualified journalists, broadcasters, and content creators whose work was published or broadcast between 1st of September, 2025 and 30th of June, 2026.

The Secretariat noted that the Bayelsa State Government the major sponsor will continue its sponsorship of the special SDD Prize Categories for Presenters, Reporters, and Newscasters practicing in the state.

Also, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Lead Sponsor of the Awards, will maintain its ₦1,000,000 (one million naira only) cash prize with additional gifts for winners in the Oil & Gas categories.

It also called on all journalists practicing across the Niger Delta states – Akwa Ibom, Abia, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers – to take advantage of the opportunity and submit their best work.

Full details on categories, eligibility criteria, and submission requirements are contained in the official flier released by BMA.

Deadline for submission is Friday, 31st of July, 2026. Late entries will not be accepted.

The “13:30 Edition” celebrates 13 Years of BMA, 30 Years of Bayelsa State, and 16 Years of NCDMB.

For enquiries and submissions: [email protected] | 08038694081

The Bayelsa Media Awards was established in 2013 to promote excellence, professionalism, and ethical practice in journalism and broadcasting across the Niger Delta.

13 years of awards, 30 years of Bayelsa, 16 years of NCDMB. The Bayelsa Media Awards is back with its biggest edition ye...
25/06/2026

13 years of awards, 30 years of Bayelsa, 16 years of NCDMB. The Bayelsa Media Awards is back with its biggest edition yet.

The Bayelsa Media Awards, BMA, has unveiled its 13th edition, tagged the ‘13:30 Edition’, scheduled for 2026 in Yenagoa. This year’s event coincides with Bayelsa State’s 30th Anniversary since creation in 1996, and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board’s 16th Anniversary. They return as Lead Sponsors.

According to the Project Manager Victor Binawari, ‘This is more than an awards event. It is a celebration of 30 years of Bayelsa, 16 years of NCDMB’s impact on Nigerian Content, and 13 years of BMA spotlighting excellence.’ He also announced that DACHAJ Nigeria Limited is joining Sqilful Konseptz to co-package the event.

For media professionals across Bayelsa and the Niger Delta region, it means more visibility, competition, and opportunities to be recognized by State governments, Corporate entities and top brands like NCDMB which has opened the Oil and Gas categories to the region. The theme ‘13:30 Edition’ reflects BMA’s 13-year journey alongside Bayelsa’s 30-year growth.

Nominations, categories, date, and venue will be announced soon. For details, contact the Bayelsa Media Awards website www.bma.org.ng or follow official BMA channels.

30/01/2026

A man with so much wisdom. Still unbelievable that you are gone. RIP Your Excellency, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo Ph.D.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Government and People of Bayelsa State, the Ewhrudjakpo family, and the immed...
30/01/2026

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Government and People of Bayelsa State, the Ewhrudjakpo family, and the immediate family of the late Deputy Governor, His Excellency Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo PhD.

The news of his demise came to us as a rude shock, one that we are still in denial owing to the fact of how vibrant and agile he was when he graced the BMA with his presence in October 2025.

Senator Ewhrudjakpo was an exceptional leader, astute administrator, firm politician, and a devout Christian with a kind heart. His contributions to Bayelsa State's development are indelible and will be deeply missed.

As the recipient of our Exceptional Excellence Award for 2025, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo exemplified outstanding leadership. We are grateful he accepted our recognition and out of his tight schedule, attended the awards ceremony, adding value with his speech laced with intelligence , parables and humour.

Our hearts are broken but we are consoled in the fact that he lived a fulfilled life worthy of emulation.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Governor, His Excellency Senator Douye Diri, the Ewhrudjakpo family, his immediate family, and the good people of Bayelsa State during this difficult time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Signed,
Victor Binawari
Project Manager, BMA

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