Mabel Adeteye Joins 2026 Cannes Lions Jury Panel

Mabel Adeteye has been selected as a jury member for the 2026 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, representing Wema Bank, where she currently serves as the Head of Brand and Marketing Communications. The festival, scheduled to take place from June 22 to 26, 2026, in Cannes, France, is a significant event in the advertising and media industry, gathering top creative professionals worldwide to evaluate campaigns that shape the future of brand engagement.

Adeteye's career has focused on brand transformation and audience engagement strategies across the banking and media sectors. At Wema Bank, she has led several campaigns, including the bank's 80th anniversary campaign, which aimed to modernize its public image and strengthen emotional connections with younger audiences.

Prior to her role at Wema Bank, Adeteye spent seven years at TVC Communications, overseeing corporate communications and digital strategy. Her appointment to the jury is seen as a proud moment for the African creative community, reflecting the growing influence of African talent in the global creative industry.