In line with the ongoing industry reform and the need to keep proper record of all non-Nigerians engaged by Advertising Agencies in Nigeria, the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has informed all Advertising Agencies that is full service, media independent, Out-of-Home, digital and experiential agencies of the need to ensure proper documentation of all Non-Nigerians in their employments.
In a release by the Council and signed by the Director-General, Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, the advertising agencies which currently engage non-Nigerians are requested to obtain approval for such employment before 31st March, 2024 for regularization.
“With effect from 1st of April, 2024, employment of Non-Nigerians will require the prior approval of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) in line with ARCON proclamation.
“Non-Nigerians are welcome to practice the profession in Nigeria, however, such practitioners shall be certified and licensed by ARCON in line with the Nigerian Advertising Laws,” it stated.
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ARCON stated further that applications for engagement of Non-Nigerians will include: Evidence of work permit obtained from relevant government agencies; Proof of remuneration package and conditions of service as comparable to those offered to Nigerians on the same status and positions; Proof the employment of foreign practitioners will assist in transferring new skills and knowledge to Nigerians; Evidence that the engagement of a foreigner will not affect the employment of Nigerians negatively and the genuineness and validity of the offer.
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