EMAN Membership and Accreditation: Categories, Fees and How to Join
Everything you need to know about Events Management Association of Nigeria (EMAN) membership — the categories from Student to Fellow, fees, benefits and how to apply.
Membership of the Events Management Association of Nigeria (EMAN) is more than a certificate. It is a professional credential that tells clients, employers and peers that you have met a national standard and agreed to a Code of Ethics. This guide explains the categories, the fees and how to apply.
What is EMAN?
EMAN is the premier professional body for Nigeria's events industry. It supports event managers, wedding planners, coordinators, suppliers and service providers across all 36 states and the FCT through training, accreditation, advocacy and networking. Its differentiator is an accreditation-gated talent board — listings are certified professionals, not an open directory.
Membership categories
EMAN offers six categories, each matched to a level of experience:
| Category | Designation | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Student | — | Currently studying an events-related qualification (max 3 years) |
| Graduate | G.EMAN | Degree or HND holders without practical experience |
| Associate | A.EMAN | At least 2 years of professional experience |
| Full Member | M.EMAN | 5–9 years of professional experience |
| Fellow | F.EMAN | 10+ years of professional experience |
| Corporate | — | Organisations with 3+ years in the events industry |
Fees at a glance
- Student: ₦12,000/year
- Graduate (G.EMAN): ₦17,000/year
- Associate (A.EMAN): ₦21,000/year
- Full Member (M.EMAN): ₦25,000/year
- Fellow (F.EMAN): ₦30,000/year
- Corporate: from ₦100,000/year (3–5 staff ₦100,000, 6–9 staff ₦150,000, 10+ staff ₦200,000)
A one-off registration fee of ₦10,000 is payable on application. NGOs receive a 50% discount on corporate membership. Fees are reviewed from time to time, so confirm current figures on the membership page.
What you get
Depending on category, benefits include:
- Use of your professional designation (G.EMAN, A.EMAN, M.EMAN, F.EMAN).
- Access to EMAN Academy training and member discounts on events.
- Job opening alerts and the ability to post listings (corporate).
- A certificate of membership and, once accredited, a listing on the talent board.
- Voting rights for categories that qualify.
How to apply and get accredited
- Choose your category on the membership page.
- Apply online through the member portal — you will provide your personal details, professional background and supporting information.
- Pay the registration fee and your annual subscription through the secure payment flow.
- Await review by the Membership Committee.
- Get accredited and, once approved, appear on the talent board.
Corporate membership and the NGO discount
Organisations — agencies, venues, AV companies, caterers and suppliers — can take corporate membership so their whole team is covered. It signals credibility when bidding for corporate and government briefs. NGOs receive a 50% discount on corporate fees. See corporate membership for event companies.
Related reading
- Is event management certification worth it in Nigeria?
- Professional event associations in Nigeria
- EMAN Academy programmes explained
Apply for EMAN membership or log in to the member portal to begin.
Frequently asked questions
- What is EMAN?
- EMAN is the Events Management Association of Nigeria, the professional body for Nigeria's events industry. It accredits members, runs the EMAN Academy, hosts industry events and operates a verified talent board.
- How much does EMAN membership cost?
- Annual fees range from ₦12,000 for students to ₦30,000 for Fellows, with Corporate membership from ₦100,000. A one-off registration fee of ₦10,000 applies. Always confirm current fees on the membership page.
- What is the difference between membership and accreditation?
- Membership is your standing in the association; accreditation is the verification that you meet the professional standard for your category, which is what allows you to be listed on the talent board.