Influencer marketing has become a staple of brand strategies in Nigeria. But as competition intensifies, simply picking creators with large followings is no longer enough. In 2026, the real edge will come from using AI-powered predictive tools to forecast performance, reduce risk, and drive meaningful ROI. Predictive analytics isn’t just…
Have you ever stared at a creator roster and wondered if the price tag matched the results? You are not alone. In 2026, influencer marketing in Nigeria is booming, but prices vary wildly, and the right spend depends on your objective, your metrics, and the creators you choose. This guide…
Have you ever scrolled through Instagram or TikTok and thought, “I could totally do this”? Maybe you’ve caught yourself analyzing how Nigerian influencers turn everyday moments into brand deals and global recognition. Well, here’s the truth: they didn’t start as celebrities. They started as regular people who understood how to…
Influencer marketing in 2026 is no longer a creative experiment—it’s a business engine. What began as a social trend has matured into a $24 billion global industry, projected to hit $28 billion by 2026. For brands, influencer marketing now sits alongside paid ads and PR as a measurable performance channel.…
In 2026, the lines between “content creators” and “influencers” are blurrier than ever — yet, for brands, the distinction has never been more important. Influencer marketing has evolved from a buzzword to a billion-dollar strategy, but so has the creator economy. What used to be a numbers game — how…
Marketing has always been about timing. But in 2026, timing won’t just be a campaign planning detail — it will be the competitive edge. Audiences don’t consume content linearly anymore; they scroll in seasons, binge in cultural cycles, and spend around trigger moments. That’s where influencer marketing comes in. Unlike…
Instagram has never stood still. Since its early days as a photo-sharing app, the platform has continually evolved to keep audiences scrolling, tapping, and watching. For influencers, creators, and brands, this evolution has always come with one big question: How does the algorithm work now, and how do I make…
In what marks a historic moment for the African creative and influencer marketing landscape, TIMA Founder Bobai Bally Balat (The Influencer Marketing Agency), served as a juror at the 2025 D&AD Awards in London, sitting on the inaugural Creator Content jury panel. As the only African judge in this new…
Brands investing in influencer marketing face decision fatigue when selecting visuals, captions, posting times, and even influencers themselves. The stakes are high—spending on influencer campaigns without clear insights can result in disappointing returns. This is where A/B testing, also known as split testing, comes in. By running controlled experiments, brands…
As an influencer in 2025, the digital landscape offers a wealth of platforms for building and engaging with your audience. TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, Tumblr, X (formerly Twitter), Discord, Telegram, Pinterest, Snapchat, Spotify, and Apple Music all present unique opportunities to connect with different communities. However, building simultaneously across these…
