Cool FM, a prominent Nigerian music and entertainment radio brand, has launched COMA, the Cool FM Music Awards. This new platform aims to recognise the artists, innovators, and creative forces driving Nigerian music forward. With nearly three decades of influence in Nigeria's evolving music landscape, Cool FM seeks to celebrate the talent, creativity, and cultural impact of the country's music industry. The awards platform will feature 17 categories and the prestigious Cool FM Icon Award.
COMA is built on the belief that great music is never created in isolation. The initiative acknowledges the ecosystem of producers, DJs, directors, photographers, designers, content creators, and passionate fans who contribute to Nigerian music's success. The awards will be divided into four key pillars: Music, Creative & Visuals, Fashion & Style, and Culture & Influence. This structure allows for a comprehensive recognition of the industry's various stakeholders.
According to Serge Noujaim, Chief Executive Officer of Cool FM, the company has spent nearly three decades shaping Nigeria's music culture. With COMA, they aim to celebrate not just the stars but the entire creative ecosystem behind their success. Joseph Adamu, Project Chairman of COMA, added that the awards platform is about recognising real talent, creativity, and cultural impact. The goal is to build a credible awards platform where industry expertise, measurable performance, and audience participation come together to celebrate excellence.
COMA introduces a structured selection process that combines measurable industry performance with professional evaluation and audience participation. Nominees will be identified through streaming performance, radio airplay, DJ rotation, social engagement, and editorial assessment, covering eligible work released between 1 December 2025 and 31 October 2026. A judging panel of industry figures will determine the final nominees, while winners will be selected through a weighted combination of judging, public digital voting, and Cool FM on-air audience participation.
The judging panel for COMA will be announced on 31 October, followed by the unveiling of nominees and the opening of voting in November. Winners will be announced digitally on 4 December 2026. There are no entry forms or submission fees for the awards. This approach aims to ensure a fair and transparent selection process.
Cool FM has been a significant player in Nigeria's music and entertainment landscape for nearly three decades. Through COMA, the company reinforces its commitment to discovering talent, championing creativity, and celebrating the people shaping Nigerian music and culture. The initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the country's music industry.
For more information about COMA, including media contact and official website, individuals can reach out to Adaeze Enuma at 0807 708 6026 or [email protected]. The official website, www.coolfm.ng, also provides additional details about the awards platform.
Key points
- Cool FM launches COMA to recognise Nigerian music's talent, creativity, and cultural influence.
- The awards platform features 17 categories and a structured selection process.
- COMA aims to celebrate the entire creative ecosystem behind Nigerian music's success.
