MCSN 2026 Board Election: Official Call for Nominations Opens
MCSN has officially announced the commencement of the 2026 Board Election, inviting eligible members to submit nominations and participate actively in shaping the future leadership and governance of the Society.
Official Announcement
This marks a pivotal moment as the Society continues its mission of strengthening copyright administration, transparency, and sustainable income for Nigerian music creators.
About the MCSN 2026 Board Election
The MCSN Board (General Council / Board of Directors) provides strategic direction, policy oversight, and governance leadership for the Society. The 2026 Board Election offers qualified members the opportunity to contribute directly to decision-making and the long-term growth of collective rights management in Nigeria.
In line with MCSN's governing documents, the election process will be conducted in a transparent, democratic, and accountable manner.
Key Dates You Must Know
All eligible members should note these critical deadlines:
Nomination Deadline
Friday, 23 January 2026
Close of business (5:00 PM)
Election Date
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Or earlier, as communicated
Voter Registration Cut-off
31 December 2023
Register must show membership as of this date
Missing the nomination deadline means forfeiting your opportunity to participate in this crucial election cycle.
Who Can Vote?
To vote in the MCSN Board Election, you must:
All current Directors who have served since 2022 or earlier will retire but remain eligible for re-election during the MCSN Board Election.
Positions Open for Election
In accordance with Article 35of the Society's Articles of Association, a total of six (6) members shall be elected into the General Council.
Composer / Writer Representatives
4 SeatsFour composer/writer members shall be elected to represent the diverse musical genres and rights within the Nigerian music ecosystem. This structure ensures balanced genre representation and inclusivity within the Board.
Publisher Representatives
2 SeatsTwo publisher members shall be elected to represent the interests of music publishers within the Society's governance framework.
Nominations from Affiliated Associations & Guilds
In addition to elected positions, nominations shall be received from associations and guilds that have subsisting representation agreements with MCSN.
PMAN
Two (2) nominationsfrom the Performing Musicians' Employers' Association of Nigeria
Other Recognised Associations
One (1) nomination each from registered associations with valid collective management representation agreements
Publication & Ratification
All nominations received for election or appointment shall be:
- Published by the Society ahead of the election
- Subject to final election and/or ratification at the next Annual or Extraordinary General Meeting
- Accompanied by advance notification of the method of election or ratification
This process reinforces MCSN's commitment to openness, due process, and democratic governance.
A Note to Members
Members are encouraged to carefully review the available positions and nomination categories and to participate actively in the process. Strong, representative leadership is essential to advancing MCSN's mandate of protecting musical copyrights and promoting the economic interests of Nigerian creators and rightsholders.