NICE AWARDS
Nigeria Creative & Excellence Awards
Honoring the Power of Nigerian Creativity
About the NICE Awards
Formerly known as the ComicPanel Awards, the NICE Awards celebrate brilliance, visionary creators, and groundbreaking work across the Nigerian creative landscape.
Presented by ComicPanel, Nigeria’s leading hub for comic and animation news, features, interviews, and industry insights.
Our Vision
To stand as Nigeria’s most respected symbol of creative excellence.
Our Mission
To amplify the creators, studios, and brands shaping Nigerian creativity.
What ComicPanel Does
- Breaking news & industry updates
- Exclusive features & interviews
- Behind-the-scenes studio stories
- Coverage of animation, comics, gaming & design
- Elevating Nigerian storytelling globally
Award Categories
Comic Artist of the Year
Writer of the Year
Comic Book of the Year
Colorist of the Year
Comic Studio of the Year
Cultural Comic of the Year
Lifetime Achievement Award
Neophyte Awards
Best Animated Short
Best Game Studio
Emerging Influencer
Digital Storytelling Impact
Nomination Process
- Click Nominate Now
- Fill out the nomination form
- Upload samples or links
- Submit before the deadline
Judging Process
- Originality & Creativity
- Technical Mastery
- Storytelling Depth
- Cultural Relevance
- Innovation & Professional Excellence
Award Night
Date: December 18, 2025
Venue: Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos
Dress Code: Dinner Gown and Tuxedo