Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos hails from Yola South Local Government Area in Adamawa State and was born on August 27, 1960. He holds an HND in Marketing from Kaduna Polytechnic and two Postgraduate Diplomas in Management from Kaduna Polytechnic and Ahmadu Bello University. He is a professional member of APCON and NIMN.

Dembos began his career at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) as a Continuity Announcer in NTA Kaduna. He later served as a Cameraman before moving to the Marketing Department after his National Youth Service in Oron, Akwa Ibom, in 1989.

His commitment, professionalism, and leadership saw him rise through the ranks, serving as General Manager of NTA Lokoja in 2009 and NTA Kano in 2010. He was later appointed Acting Zonal Director of NTA Kaduna Network Centre, where he retired on March 31, 2017.

A dynamic leader, Dembos also made significant contributions to staff welfare through the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU), where he served as National President from 1998 to 2007. Under his leadership, the union achieved key milestones, including the push for monetization arrears, weigh-in allowances, land acquisition for a national headquarters, and staff training initiatives.

In recognition of his exceptional service and impact in the broadcast industry, the Federal Government of Nigeria appointed him as the 12th Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) on September 21, 2022. This appointment is a testament to his unwavering dedication to public service and media development.

Mallam Dembos is a respected professional known for motivating teams to achieve collective goals. He is married with children.

Seasoned corporate and commercial law professional with over 20 years of global market expertise. Possessing a unique blend of intellectual property training, international business acumen, and transactional legal skills. Demonstrated track record in reducing legal expenses through effective regulatory and risk management measures.

Resourceful and thorough in addressing legal issues to protect clients and deliver successful project outcomes. Possessing strong political and corporate relationships with comprehensive government affairs, lobbying, and public-private sector liaison experience. Proven achievements in Digital Switch Over projects and significant contributions to the Media & Entertainment industries. Recognized for innovation, creativity, and established industry contacts.

Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace is the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), appointed on October 19, 2023, by President Bola Tinubu. A distinguished war journalist and media professional, Ndace made history as the first Nigerian to author a trilogy chronicling Nigeria’s counter-insurgency war. His trilogy includes Walking the War Front with Lt. Gen. TY Buratai, Duty Call Under Buratai’s Command, and The Lonely Grave—a poetic account of soldiers’ experiences and sacrifices.

Born on August 17, 1974, Ndace earned a degree in English from Bayero University, Kano, in 2002. He began his career in journalism in 2004 with The Market Magazine and simultaneously worked with Bifocal Communications, gaining hands-on experience in public relations, crisis and reputation management, branding, and media relations. His dedication to national service and communication excellence led to his appointment as Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor (2015–2019), during which he founded the Forum of Spokespersons of Critical Institutions in Niger.

Ndace has built a solid reputation in media, security, and public affairs. He has appeared widely on radio and TV discussing defense and security, and he served as General Manager, Special Projects, at Blueprint Newspaper. As an embedded combat journalist, he has covered operations in Nigeria’s northeast and participated in international media events, including covering the 2014 inauguration of Indonesia’s President Widodo—the only African journalist invited.

Notably, he was awarded the Chief of Army Staff Gallantry Award in 2016 and contributed to strategic naval media projects, such as Nigerian Navy Today. His embedded experiences include deployments on naval operations like NNS KADA’s mission to Guinea-Bissau and the pursuit of MT HEROIC IDUN.

Ndace is a member of various professional bodies including NUJ, NIPR, APRA, and IPI. Prior to leading VON, he served as Special Adviser to the Minister of Information. He continues to educate and inspire through media-military workshops, newspaper columns, and broadcast programs. A family man with a passion for travel and cultural exchange, Ndace exemplifies commitment to national development through communication.

Benjamin Pius is a distinguished visionary in the media and technology space, helping to create, incubate and lead companies and organisations – especially in the Telecoms, Media and Technology (TMT) space – to growth and profitability.
With a career spanning over two decades at the C-level, Benjamin has earned a reputation as a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader, specialising in business and organisational transformations, fostering innovation, and delivering exceptional financial performances.

As Broadcast Media Africa’s founder, CEO, and Publisher, Benjamin has established a pan-continental networking platform, bringing together media and tech professionals to foster collaboration and innovation. Simultaneously, he serves as the chief executive officer for BSP Media Group, demonstrating his multifaceted leadership in the industry. Benjamin is deeply engaged in incubating and bringing to market “MOOA,” a revolutionary media-tech platform designed to discover and exchange audio-visual assets. This project reflects his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological innovation and his dedication to shaping the future of the media and technology landscape.

As he continues to lead and inspire, Benjamin Pius stands as a driving force in the evolution of the TMT industry – especially within the Africa ecosystem – leaving an indelible legacy of success and forward-thinking.

Prof. Amin Alhassan (PhD) is the Director-General of Ghana Broadcasting Corporation. He assumed the position after 2 decades of teaching at universities in Ghana, and Canada. Prof. Alhassan earlier in his career, worked as journalist with the Ghana News Agency and the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation from 1989 to 1994.

At the University he served as Dean of Faculty at the University for Development Studies in Ghana for 6 years and also as Campus Principal before returning to GBC. He is a Development Communication Policy expert and continue to teach at the University as an adjunct faculty.

Content Leader with close to two decades experience working in Nigeria’s media and entertainment industry. Worked on landmark projects including YouWin Nigeria, Desperate Housewives Africa, Apprentice Africa, Dragon’s Den Nigeria, and the official centenary documentary for Nigeria.

Founded Content Factory Ltd. in 2012, a bespoke media & communications solutions provider for public and private sector; sme’s, social enterprises and government agencies.

Prof. Engr. Ibrahim A. Adeyanju is the current Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO) of Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB), a key government-owned ICT company under Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy. A highly accomplished academic and technology expert, Prof. Adeyanju has played a significant role in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey through his strategic leadership and innovation-driven approach.

He began his academic journey with a First Class degree in Computer Engineering from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Nigeria. He then earned a Master’s degree in Computing Information Engineering and a PhD in Computing from Robert Gordon University (RGU) in Aberdeen, UK. His doctoral research focused on cutting-edge areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing. He also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at RGU, where he worked on an EPSRC-funded project in information retrieval.

Upon returning to Nigeria in 2012, Prof. Adeyanju joined the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), where he became a Professor of Intelligent Systems in the Department of Computer Engineering. He also served as the university’s pioneer Director of Quality Assurance, contributing to the establishment of high academic standards and institutional processes.

In April 2023, Prof. Adeyanju was appointed Executive Director of Digital Exploration and Technical Services at GBB. His stellar performance led to his appointment as MD/CEO in March 2024 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Under his leadership, Galaxy Backbone is undergoing a transformation aimed at improving Nigeria’s ICT infrastructure and public service delivery.

GBB manages more than 5,000 km of fiber optic backbone across 28 states and 300 local government areas, two world-class Uptime-certified data centers, a National Shared Services Centre, and a 24/7 Cybersecurity Operations Centre—recognised as Critical National Assets.

Prof. Adeyanju’s leadership at GBB is not only modernizing infrastructure but also nurturing a culture of excellence, innovation, and digital resilience. He is a visionary leader committed to strengthening Nigeria’s digital capabilities through capacity building, secure infrastructure, and meaningful partnerships, thereby driving sustainable growth and digital inclusivity across the country.

I am a transformation leader with 22 years+ of experience within the finance, media, and telecoms sectors. I have applied entrepreneurial approaches and commitment to operational excellence to turn around failing businesses and bring them back to profitability even in challenging environments. I have also been pivotal in leading various GTM strategies, for companies seeking to gain market share across the continent.

As the first female CEO of City105.1 FM, I utilized my competency in business transformation, cost optimisation, sustainable value improvement, and turnaround/restructuring, which facilitated the company’s rise from obscurity to being a top radio station in Nigeria.

She is an Award-Winning independent film distributor and film sales agent and aggregator, for
streaming platforms {Netflix/Amazon} and other independent streaming platforms around the world who possesses over 20 years’ experience in the film industry across Africa and the International Market.

She is a renowned industry Festival speaker, both locally and internationally i.e Nigerian International Film Summit, American Film Market, Monaco Film Festival, Toronto Nollywood International film festival, etc, Joy holds a degree in Business Studies, a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and membership of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria.
She began her career as a sales executive at NuMetro media store, rising through the ranks to reach the prominent position of Head of Operations for NuMetro Film Distribution West Africa. In 2011, she made the decision to pursue her dream of launching her very own independent film distribution company in a male-dominated industry and has not looked back since then – Blue Pictures Entertainment has since grown to become the Number 1 leading independent entertainment company in West Africa.

Joy is motivated by her passion for making meaningful contributions to the African entertainment industry, from pre-production to distribution. Her goal is to enhance the viewing experience for movie fans and place original, well-produced Nigerian entertainment content on the global stage. Her portfolio comprises a long list of the world’s most successful studio titles, distributed across Africa on behalf of major studios, including Warner Brothers Pictures, Walt Disney Pictures, 20th Century Fox, NuMetro Studios, Eros International, Studio Carnal, FilmFinity, Black Sheep Entertainment and a number of independent studios in the US, UK & South Africa.

Joy is also a business consultant to many young and upcoming filmmakers. This gave rise to the idea of hosting a two time give back conference called- The Next Gen mini- conference for young and upcoming film enthusiasts. She has recorded major successes for foreign studios with franchise titles such as Harry Potter, Star Wars, Thor, Avengers, Batman, Iron Man and has broken box office records with the runaway success, Black Panther, amongst many more. She has also worked with Nollywood greats & distributed notable Nollywood box office hits including The Return Of Jenifa, Phone Swap, Last Flight to Abuja, The Mirror Boy, Anchor Baby, to mention a few.

Joy has expanded the Blue Pictures Brand to story telling and film production/Co-Production. She wrote the story‘GONE’, Blue Pictures entertainment first production in 2020 and also went on to produce other movies like; MONEY MISS ROAD, TOXIC, SWJ and most recently Executive produced Owambe with a co production on the way called- TOKUNBO with her partners in BRS. She is currently supervising series of productions that will also feature on Netflix and other yet to be disclosed international channels. Joy is the president of the Film Distributors Association of Nigeria ( FDAN), the Finance Director of FRENGAN ( Federation of registered Nollywood guilds and Association) a member of WIE ( Women in Exhibition international) and have been spotlighted globally in less than a year of becoming a member. She and is a member of the African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO), participating in a number of local and international conferences.

Asides Film Distribution, Joy also is a cinema exhibitor who ventured into film exhibition in 2021, she sits as the CEO of Blue Pictures Cinemas. A state of the art cinema located in Lagos Island, Lagos . Blue pictures cinema have since evolved from a 2 screen cinema to an expanded 6 screen cinema exhibition centre and hospitality services in a dynamic strategic shift through the visionary leadership of Joy Odiete. In July 2024, Joy was appointed the Chairman of the board of Toronto International film festival and Brampton international film festival Canada.

Debbie Larry-Izamoje, FNINM, is the CEO of Brila Media Group, a leader in Africa’s sports media
industry. She transformed Brila FM into a full-scale multimedia group spanning broadcasting, digital,
printing, and consultancy, making Brila Media a dominant force in “sportainment” across Africa.
Recognised for her leadership, Debbie won the 2024 Future Awards for Intrapreneurship, was named
COO of the Year (Sports Media) by C-Suite Insider UK, and became the youngest female Fellow of the
National Institute of Marketing, Nigeria.

She holds a B.Sc. in Information Management from the University of Sheffield, an M.Sc. in
Management from UCL, and certifications from Harvard, MIT, Lagos Business School, and the Sports
Business Institute, Barcelona.
Debbie is committed to advancing women’s sports through Football for Girls Africa (FGA), which
promotes inclusivity and career opportunities for young girls in football.
She has played a key role in the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), contributing to its 2020
rebranding and the 2021 Aisha Buhari Invitational tournament. She is currently part of the NWFL task
force focused on empowering women through football.

A seasoned media professional and respected unionist, Prince Emeka Kalu has lived and worked in Anambra State for several years, earning accolades for his leadership in the media industry and grassroots mobilisation.

Hajia Aminah Muhammad is a versatile and multitalented media practitioner of over four decades in the industry. She rose through the rank to head content department of the Nigerian Television Authority. She also carved a niche in the production of innovative and top notch programmes while she served at NTA.

To mention a few, the multiple award winning TODAY’S BABY, the first holistic programme on Babies and Nursing Mothers on any Nigerian Television which endured for fourteen years- 2001 to 2015, ASA IBILE WA, several grade A and commissioned projects. She is a product of the prestigious University of Ibadan and post graduate studies in Mass Communications at University of Leicester, UK, plus several local and international workshops.

With zero tolerance to unprofessional practice, her mark for excellence stands her out from her peers which makes her the first choice for those seeking quality television production and event coverage.

He is currently the Chief Operating Officer of StarTimes Nigeria, also known as the NTA-Star TV Network

Victor Okhai holds a B.A in Mass communication, an Msc in Marketing (Public Relations) and a Doctorate in Business Leadership from the University of Nigeria Nsukka, He also holds a PGD in Management from the Centre for Management Development, Nigeria’s premier management institute, a post graduate qualifying diploma in Management consultancy practice and organisational transformation from the international Professional Managers Association (UK), a professional certificate in film/TV production from the University of Carlifornia Los Angeles, a Professional Diploma in Advertising from the Advertising Practitioners council of Nigeria, A Diploma in Criminal Justice administration from the University of Lagos and a certificate in German as a foreign language. He is also certified digital marker and international m
He is a licensed fellow international expert consultant (cfiec) – UK, fellow certified international professional manager (fcipm) – UK, associate member – advertising practitioners of Nigeria (arpa) and National President, Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN).

Victor is a member of the Nigeria Oscars Selection Committee and the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (The Emmys). He has also been President, Digital jury, Cairo International film festival, Africa Magic Viewers choice Awards (AMVCA), Kaduna international film festival, Kano Indigenous Languages of Africa Film Market and Festival (KILAF), and member, jury for the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), Africa international film festival (Afriff), the Pan African film festival FESPACO Ouagadougou, Zuma international film festival and Schnitt international film festival. He is also a member of the selection panel of the Nigeria Media Merit Award (NMMA), Nigeria’s Pulitzer award.

Currently the director of studies at the International film and broadcast academy, Lagos, Victor is an external resource person at the Pan Atlantic University Lagos and the National film Institute Jos.

A candidate in Nigeria’s 2019 presidential election, Dr Okhai is also an in demand international keynote and public speaker in conferences around the world. His areas of interest include leadership, regional integration, film, innovation, strategy sustainability and globalisation.

Theophilus Akatugba is a seasoned media entrepreneur, filmmaker, and television producer with a distinguished career spanning over three decades in the African entertainment industry. A pioneer in Nollywood, he created and presented VIDEO VIEW, the first English-language television magazine program dedicated to covering the Nigerian film industry, which aired from 1995 to 2001.
He is the founder and CEO of Point Blank Media Concepts Ltd, a film and television production company established in Ghana and Nigeria in 2003. Under his leadership, the company has produced numerous television programs, films, and media projects that have contributed significantly to the growth and professionalization of African cinema.

Building on that legacy, he later established OVUETA Nigeria Limited, a dynamic media company that has delivered several successful media productions, launched DVDexcite—a streaming platform for exclusive Nollywood films—and was recently licensed by the National Film and Video Censors Board as a certified film distribution company.
As a media entrepreneur, Theophilus Akatugba is the visionary behind the Lagos International Film and Cinema Convention (LIFACC), a flagship industry event that fosters dialogue, collaboration, and commercial opportunities across the African and international film sectors. He is also the founder of Content Connect Africa, a strategic content market and networking platform that connects content creators, broadcasters, digital platforms, and investors across Africa and the diaspora.
He currently serves as President of the Association of Nollywood Core Producers (ANCOP) and Vice President of the Electronic Media Content Owners Association of Nigeria (EMCOAN), where he remains an influential advocate for content creators, producers, and distributors in Nigeria’s growing media ecosystem.

Beyond the screen, Theophilus Akatugba is a passionate marriage counselor and life coach, committed to strengthening families and guiding couples toward thriving relationships. He hosts the upcoming radio program Marriage Melodies, where he shares conservative principles rooted in African tradition and faith to help couples navigate modern marital challenges.
A devoted family man, Theophilus is happily married with children and places great value on integrity, faith, and community. His strong Christian convictions underpin his work as a storyteller, mentor, and advocate for positive social transformation through media and personal empowerment.

With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years, Kunal Jamuar is a recognised leader and innovator in the field of Media research, planning and brand communications. His expertise covers the entire spectrum of media strategy—ranging from traditional broadcast to advanced digital marketing—making him one of the most versatile minds in today’s evolving media landscape.

Kunal is widely celebrated for spearheading integrated cross-media campaigns for both multinational corporations and emerging brands across diverse markets. Throughout his career, he has led teams in developing robust, data-driven strategies that bridge the gap between creative storytelling and measurable business impact. His approach emphasises the power of blending broad-reach broadcast with the precision of digital media, enabling brands to unlock new growth and engagement opportunities.
Known for his practical leadership and deep industry insights, Kunal has held senior roles at leading agencies, guiding teams through major shifts such as the rise of mobile platforms, programmatic advertising, and omni-channel consumer journeys. His work is characterised by a commitment to brand integrity, innovation, and value creation—inspiring both established brands and disruptors to reimagine their approaches to audience connection.

While he has managed brands at different stages of their product life cycle his heart is set in the field of Business and Media Analytics. Some of the Brands he has worked on in Africa include Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, Guinness, Airtel and Stanbic IBTC to name a few. Kunal’s passion extends to developing talent and fostering next-generation thought leadership. He enjoys mentoring aspiring professionals and sharing his experiences at industry events. Over the years, Kunal has contributed to discussions on strategic media planning in evolving markets, particularly across Africa and India. He is currently the Managing Director of Essence Mediacom – a unit of Algorithm Media in Nigeria.

Theodore Asampong is CEO of West Africa Platform Services Ltd. He played a key role in launching WAPS in 2016, becoming its CEO in 2017. WAPS is a leading provider of satellite broadcast services to channels in Ghana and West Africa, reaching over 11 million TV households, and offering over 120 Free-to-Air channels. He has over 25 years of experience in the satellite communications industry.

He was the founding CEO of SES HD PLUS Company Ltd., a B2C business of SES, a global content delivery leader, providing access to high-definition TV channels in Ghana, known as HD+, and concurrently served as CEO for three years, until the end of 2022.

Theodore worked in SES from 2000 to 2024, joining as a sales engineer, then moving on to a sales role in 2003, overseeing West and Central Africa. He championed the use of satellite for communication and broadcasting, particularly promoting DTH (satellite broadcasting) as a cost-effective solution for the Digital Switch Over (DSO). In 2014, he led the development of DTH platforms for Ghana and Nigeria, implementing DSO programs in both countries. He ended his tenure at SES as General Manager, Media, Africa. A position he held for over 10 years.

Prior to SES, Theodore worked as a consultant at Logica, UK, in their Space Division, developing software for Satellite Control Systems for a European Satellite Operator. Before that, he was a Program Engineer at the Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (DERA) from 1996 for one year, primarily working on Satellite Defence Systems for the UK Ministry of Defence.

Theodore holds a BSc in Physics from Imperial College, London, and an MSc in Spacecraft Technology and Satellite Communications from University College London.

Moses Babatope is the Group CEO of *The Nile Media Entertainment Group*, a vertically integrated media company with a strong presence across film production, distribution, marketing, and exhibition. He is also the Co-Founder of *FilmHouse Group*, West Africa’s largest cinema chain.

With over 20 years of experience in the African film industry, Mr. Babatope previously served as Managing Director at *FilmOne Entertainment*, one of Nigeria’s leading companies in cinema operations and film distribution.

He has been instrumental in reshaping the global narrative around Nollywood, forging international partnerships with major studios and streaming platforms, and championing African stories on global stages. His work continues to inspire a new generation of storytellers and media professionals across the continent.

Damola Ademola is a visionary filmmaker, influential keynote speaker, advertising expert, and co-founder of Inkblot Productions. With his recent directorial debut of the highly anticipated Nollywood thriller, “A Weekend to Forget,” Damola has solidified his position as a trailblazing filmmaker. His exceptional storytelling and remarkable visual style captivate audiences and critics alike.

As a co-founder of Inkblot Productions, Damola has been instrumental in shaping the Nigerian film industry. Over the past decade, Inkblot has delivered premium, entertaining films that tell diverse stories from Nigeria and worldwide. In December 2021, the studio achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African studio to sign a massive distribution deal with Amazon Prime Video, granting exclusive distribution rights to Inkblot’s new film slate. Furthermore, Inkblot released the groundbreaking Young Adult series “Far From Home” on Netflix in December 2022, which quickly became the number one show on Netflix across Africa.

Damola’s contributions extend beyond filmmaking. He is a sought-after speaker and has delivered inspiring talks across Nigeria, Rwanda, Kenya, and more. Leveraging his extensive experience in the film and advertising industries, Damola combines practical knowledge with compelling storytelling, empowering aspiring filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Damola Ademola continues to shape the narrative of the Nigerian film industry and drive its global influence. Damola’s impact resonates through his exceptional storytelling, dedication to diversity, and commitment to fostering creativity on a global scale.

Joe Penney is the director of France Medias Monde Nigeria and RFI Hausa and is based in Lagos. He is in charge of strategy and vision for the French broadcaster and has led the company’s digital transformation.

He directed a documentary, “Sun of the Soil: The Story of Mansa Musa,” about the reign of Mali’s 14th-century king. Penney’s articles and essays have been published by The Nation, The New York Times, Reuters and more. He was West African photo bureau chief for Reuters, and his pictures have appeared in Le Monde, The Guardian, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal and Time, among others. Penney co-founded Sahelien.com, a news company covering the Sahel region, in 2013. 

20 years Broadcast Engineering & Technical Management experience with a passion for system integration. I am adaptable to change and capable of building up capacity and adding value to teams, departments and equipment under my care.

Celestine Umeibe is a seasoned media executive and the Chief Executive Officer of Network AREWA24 Limited, West Africa’s leading Hausa-language television channel and content studio. Under his leadership, AREWA24 has solidified its reputation for delivering culturally relevant, high-quality programming across West Africa. He drives the company’s strategic, operational, and commercial success.

Previously serving as Deputy CEO and Chief Commercial Officer, Celestine was instrumental in spearheading a strategic partnership with CANAL+ International, Multichoice and StarTimes, significantly expanding the channel’s reach to over 55 million viewers across West Africa, including the free-to-air broadcast platform. He also oversaw the growth of one of the continent’s few fully owned and operated Subscription Video-on-Demand (SVOD) platforms, now boasting more than 12,000 hours of original, locally produced content.

Celestine’s career spans leadership roles at TVC Communications and NTA-STAR TV Network, where he played a key role in the launch of TVC News and StarTimes Nigeria, respectively—two major milestones in Nigeria’s broadcast industry.

He holds a master’s degree in Corporate Communications from the Rome Business School, another in International Relations from the University of Strasbourg, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Lagos, alongside various executive certifications.

A passionate advocate for democratizing access to information, particularly for underserved communities, Celestine is deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and innovation in media.

Kayode Olawale Bakare, known professionally as Kayode Bakerr, is a Nigerian broadcaster, media executive, and creative entrepreneur with extensive experience in programming, talent development, and content strategy. He is the Head of radio Programs at Rhythm FM Nigeria, where he oversees nationwide content direction and also hosts the flagship Ultimate Morning Drive show on Rhythm 93.7 FM Lagos. He co-hosts and produces Silverbird Today on Silverbird Television, a daily lifestyle and current affairs program.

He is the founder of The Kaytalyst Media Agency, which includes a music distribution arm and also convenes the Lagos International Smartphone Film Festival — Nigeria’s pioneering showcase for mobile-shot films. Through this festival, Kayode promotes innovation in filmmaking, supports emerging creatives, and builds bridges between digital creators and the mainstream industry.

Kayode’s work spans radio, television, music, and festival curation, all driven by a passion for amplifying African voices and reshaping how stories are told and experienced.

Tunji Adebakin has over the last 15 years been involved in creating innovative interactive entertainment and media solutions leveraging new media technologies platforms for all of Ultima’s major clients.

As Chief Operating Officer of ULTIMA, he has gained considerable experience in financial management structure for the media, and telecommunications sectors. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, and is also a qualified banker with over 19 years’ financial management experience from notable organisations like Industrial Bank(Merchant Bankers), Ventures & Trusts Limited (V&T) before moving to 21 st Century Technologies, where he gained considerable experience in information technology and provided insight for Strategic Business Development.

Notably he has consulting experience in media entertainment and IT/communications projects during over 3 years in V&T where he handled Direct To Home (DTH), and Fiber Optics Communication projects. Mr. Adebakin qualified as a chartered accountant in 1988, and went on to completed the renowned ADVANCED MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (AMP) of LAGOS BUSINESS SCHOOL, in 2003.

Morayo is a seasoned Media Content Creator with 15years experience in the industry and arguably one of the leading TV hosts in Nigeria.

She had previously worked at HiTV, Nigeria’s foremost indigenous cable station as Commercial Director and Group Head, Content Development & Acquisition. She most recently worked as Deputy Director of Programmes at TVC where she created and produced top rated daily content.

She works as project consultant & coordinator to an American company that is doing extensive work with Lagos state government on education.

She graduated top of her class at Rutgers University in New jersey and is currently doing her masters at the prestigious Pan Atlantic University in Nigeria. She holds certifications in Customer Service, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Content Development, Script writing and Neurolinguistics programming.

Morayo is the convener, and Anchor of the number one breakfast chat show on Nigerian television; YourView, in which she has hosted over 1,800 episodes.

Amongst numerous awards, she was recently recognised as one of the top 25 most influential women in Journalism Africa (WIJA).

A consummate Broadcast Journalist of more than a decade experience with wide spectrum in Political reportage and Election coverage including 2016 U.S Presidential Election.

His interviewing skills to unearth relevant information for the viewer are unparalleled

A key player in the marketing communications industry in Nigeria, with 25yrs post graduate experience across Brand Management, Sales/Consulting, Experiential marketing, 360 degrees Media /Digital

He a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) UK, an alumni of the Lagos Business school Lagos-Nigeria, Alumni Ashridge School of Management Berkhamsted-UK, Alumni Bocconi Strategy & Entrepreneurial School Milan-Italy.

First Strategy & Planning Director in MediaReach OMD (OMG Group) for 5years. He then crossed to the client side and worked in different Media/Asset Management/IMC roles in Coca-Cola International , in additional to core responsibilities, he led COPA youth Football, World Cup Trophy Tour, leaving after 7yrs. He then joined Guinness Nigeria/Diageo, as IMC Manager for Nigeria. He had a total of 10years in the Advertisers’ side of marketing making 25yrs post graduation experience.

He founded BrandEye Media in Nov 2013, the business has 3 subsidiaries with business scope expanded to Ghana & French West Africa.

I am the founder of Yellow Tamarind Productions, a media, PR and production company committed to creating ‘edutaining’ shows on radio, television and online. That means that I am the brain behind productions like Africana Literati, Politico Politica, Nolly Silver Screen, Correct Student and more.

My big dream? To engage younger minds with ‘edutaining’ content through different media products. As an educationist, I’m leveraging tech in tackling illiteracy and promoting our indigenous in Africa through our new edTech venture.

Adegoke Adeniran Ismail is a seasoned public servant with over two decades of experience in information and communication technology, currently serving as Assistant Director of ICT at Radio Lagos/EKO FM. At 51 years old, he brings a wealth of technical expertise and leadership to Nigeria’s broadcast media landscape, where he has played a pivotal role in advancing digital transformation and IT-driven broadcast solutions.

He is a chartered member of the Computer Professionals of Nigeria (CPN) and holds executive and professional memberships with the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) and the Institute of Information Management of Nigeria (IIMN), respectively. These affiliations reflect his strong commitment to industry standards and professional development.

Adegoke’s credentials include globally recognised certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, CompTIA A+, and specialized training in cybersecurity, internet security, server and web management, automation, and digital broadcasting. His proficiency in webcasting and automation management has been instrumental in modernizing operational workflows and enhancing content delivery systems at his organization.

Married and deeply committed to public service, Adegoke continues to contribute significantly to ICT policy development and implementation in the broadcasting sector, ensuring that Radio Lagos/EKO FM remains at the forefront of digital innovation in Nigeria’s media space.

Co‐Founder & CEO of Coventi, a video‐streaming and content‐distribution startup focusing on
African stories and cultural content. He’s actively driving the company’s strategy and growth.
Kunle Bamigboye is a forward‐thinking leader in Nigeria’s digital media landscape. With a blend
of entrepreneurship, innovation, and media-savvy leadership, he’s committed to transforming
how African content is produced, distributed, and enjoyed—while championing immersive and
inclusive storytelling platforms.

Hajia Sani articulated the document for the creation of Digital Media Department of Voice of Nigeria and became its pioneer Director in 2019, having founded and steered VON’s Online Unit since 2006. To date, she serves as Chairperson of VON Digital Transformation-Technical Working Group, DT-TWG and Co-ordinator of the Nigerian Start-Up Act Project, VON Chapter. 

A Broadcast and Web Contents Journalist with nearly thirty-five years experience, Ms. Sani has very deep interest in and passion for propelling digital innovations, media-enhancing technology applications and tools, creative socio-economic story-telling, graphics and digital audio-visual content productions, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. 

‘Madam Digital’ as she is fondly called, Ms. Sani holds a Masters Degree in Public Administration (2002), from the University of Ilorin in Kwara State, from where she also obtained her BA (Hons) Performing Arts in 1990, a KOICA Executive Course Graduand (2021) and a Member of the Advisory Board of Mass Communications Department of Nile University of Nigeria until 2023. 

She is a Fellow of the Nigerian School on Internet Governance (2021), Fellow of the Institute of Corporate  Administration (2016) and a participant of the Policy, Strategy and Leadership Course-PSLC10 (2013), as well as Winner of the Nigerian Media Merit Award-NMMA Radio Production of the Year Award-2001. She is due to commence her Doctorate Degree. 

An astute professional with multi- cultural work background, Ms. Sani is a widely-travelled reader, researcher and trainer who affiliates with numerous global Internet and Media organisations including the International Press Institute; World Association of News Publishers-WAN/ IFRA; global, regional and national Internet Societies; the Nigerian Union of Journalists; the Society of Nigerian 

Broadcasters and a two-term Vice President-North of the Nigerian Guild of Editors. She remains a vocal advocate of professionalism and best practice ethical standards, development Journalism, freedom of expression, progressive socio-economic development, a believer in the use of creativity and media platforms for good, justice and equity for all, as well as in the empowerment of women for sustainable national growth. 

Ms. Sani enjoys reading, listening to cultural music, watching movies, as well as creative digital contents creation, analysis and design. 

Tony Doe is a podcast producer and media strategist committed to amplifying African voices through compelling audio storytelling. For over nine years, he has led Tony Doe Media, where he specialises in podcast production, sound design, and media strategy, supporting both independent creators and organisations in crafting stories that connect.

His approach blends technical expertise with cultural sensitivity, ensuring that every project he touches not only sounds good but feels authentic. Whether he’s helping a brand refine its voice or guiding a first-time podcaster through launch, Tony brings clarity, care, and creativity to the process.

Tony serves as Operations Director at The Radio Masterclass, where he champions training and capacity development for emerging audio professionals. He also holds the position of Regional Secretary (South-West) with the Guild of Private Broadcast Managers, a role that keeps him deeply engaged with evolving industry standards and collaborative growth.

In his capacity as a Creative Partner with the Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists (APVA), Tony supports a vibrant ecosystem of African audio creatives. His work includes mentorship, resource development, and thought leadership that help position African podcasting as both a cultural force and a professional frontier.

His mission is simple but profound: to help creators tell stories that resonate with skill, substance, and staying power.

Oiza Yusuf, known as ‘The Radiolady’, is a distinguished Nigerian broadcast journalist and media personality renowned for her dynamic presence and professionalism across leading media platforms in Nigeria. With a robust educational background in Mass Communication, Oiza graduated among the top five in her class, demonstrating early excellence and dedication to her craft. Her academic achievements were complemented by specialized certifications in journalism and reporting, which have equipped her with comprehensive skills in news gathering, storytelling, and media ethics.

Over the years, Oiza has built an impressive career marked by versatility and a commitment to quality journalism. Her articulate delivery and compelling presentation style have made her a trusted voice in Nigerian media, earning her significant industry recognition. Notably, she was nominated for Best Newscaster in English at the prestigious Primus Media City Awards and listed among the Top 20 On-Air Personalities in South-West Nigeria for 2024, affirming her status as one of the region’s leading media talents.

Beyond her proficiency in live broadcasting, Oiza has carved a niche as an accomplished voiceover artist. Her expertise spans narrations, commercials, documentaries, and promotional content, making her voice highly sought after by brands and production houses. As coach and trainer, she helps budding voiceover artists refines their vocal techniques and storytelling abilities, setting high standards within Nigeria’s vibrant voice-over industry.

In addition to her broadcasting and voiceover career, Oiza is a skilled media relations expert who helps brands enhance their visibility and reputation in the competitive media landscape. Leveraging her deep understanding of the media ecosystem and network within the industry, she works strategically with organizations to improve their media coverage and public engagement, helping brands build trust and credibility.

Furthermore, Oiza is a charismatic corporate events host, known for her ability to engage and captivate audiences with clarity and warmth. Her skill in seamlessly transitioning between roles; whether behind the microphone or on stage, reflects her adaptability and professionalism.

As an award-winning podcast producer and host with a global reach, Rafiat Akinwande has a passion for storytelling and “edutaining” conversations. She crafts engaging content that resonates with audiences worldwide. Through her podcast, she shares insights, experiences, and ideas that spark meaningful conversations and connections, allowing her to span continents with clients and listeners tuning in from over 100 countries.

 Her expertise in podcast production, combined with her ability to connect with guests and audiences, has earned her a reputation as a trusted and innovative voice in the industry. 

As a community builder, she has created and maintained PodMagicCreators, a thriving podcast community of over 200 podcasters who continue to achieve great things through the power of collaboration and mutual support in the podcasting world. 

When she’s not behind the mic or editing software, you can find her exploring new ideas, interviewing fascinating guests, or daydreaming.

Oyinkansola “Foza” Fawehinmi is a distinguished creative industry professional with a multifaceted career in entertainment law and business. She is a graduate of Babcock University (Nigeria), the Nigerian Law School, and the Quantic School of Business and Technology (Washington, DC). She leverages her legal expertise and MBA to navigate the creative industry.

Foza is an award-winning entertainment lawyer and management consultant, changing the narrative in the film and music industry for creatives and their sponsors. Over the last 10 years, she has worked her way up to being a recognised lawyer in the African creative space. In 2022, she won The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) prize for lawyers for outstanding achievement in law, culminating in the previous years of work and commitment. The work she has done in the creative industry has been recognized locally and internationally, earning her a seat as a Voting Member of the Grammy Recording Academy.

Hafeestonova Onitilo is a multidisciplinary creative whose work spans photography, sound design, podcasting, and storytelling. Known for his unique blend of visual and sonic depth, he is one of Nigeria’s most versatile voices in the creative space.

As the visionary behind CapturedByNova, he documents life’s most powerful moments — from weddings and home shoots to corporate events and collaborative projects — creating images that are bold, raw, and timeless.

In the audio space, Hafeestonova is best known as the creator and host of the award-winning Cha Cha Music Review Podcast, which won Best Music Podcast in Africa at the 2022 APVA Awards. Fondly called “The Musical Plug,” he has published over 360 episodes spotlighting Afrobeats, emerging artists, and music industry trends, building a loyal audience known as the Cha Cha Geng.

Beyond his headline show, he has produced and edited podcasts like T.I.T, The Word of Wini, and Unravelling the Knots, showcasing his range as a sound producer and editor.

As a sound designer and Location Sound Mixer, Hafeestonova has contributed to projects such as Mofe, The Pursuit, Al-Mustaqin, Diva (where he co-wrote the original score Focus On Me), and Endless Loops.

Whether behind the mic, camera, or console, Hafeestonova is driven by one mission: to give voice and visibility to the stories that matter.

Bayo Awosemo is a veteran Media, Communication and Public Affairs specialist with vast experience in the public and private sectors. He joined the Nigerian Television Authority in 1978 as an Editor/Reporter and served there for 28 years before joining the Executive Management team at Addax Petroleum Development (Nigeria) Ltd. in 2006 as Manager, Media & Public Relations. In January 2014, he assumed duty as CEO of Comfort & Gold Nigeria Ltd, a Communication, Public Relations, Media and Event Management Company.

At the NTA, he handled strategic assignments as Producer of News, Newsline, Periscope, and The Platform. He was Manager News, Head of Current Affairs Unit (Lagos) and member of the Editorial Board.

Between 1996 and 1998, he was on secondment to the Oil Mineral Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC) where he served as Special Assistant to the Sole Administrator and later as Director, Information & Logistics.

At Addax Petroleum, he performed as Manager, Media & Public Relations and later as Manager External & Government Affairs where he managed the company’s business relationships with regulatory authorities in the Presidency, the MDAs and the National Assembly.

He graduated B.A. English from the University of Ibadan in 1977 and Master of Public and International Affairs (MPIA) from the University of Lagos in 2003.

Tolulope Kolade, widely known as Tcode, is a dynamic voiceover artist, coach, and content creator whose work is reshaping the African voiceover industry. With a career spanning over six years, Tcode has become a sought-after voice for top brands across Nigeria and beyond, delivering compelling reads in commercials, character animation, documentaries, e-learning, and more.

Tcode’s voice is versatile—equally powerful in English, Nigerian Pidgin, and Yoruba—and has been featured on major campaigns for local and international clients. He won the Nigerian Voice Acting Contest in 2021, an accolade that cemented his reputation as one of the country’s rising stars in the field. His character animation demo reel and storytelling finesse showcase his deep understanding of voice nuance and performance.

Beyond the mic, Tcode is committed to empowering others. As a voiceover coach, he has mentored hundreds of aspiring talents, offering practical guidance on craft development, business strategy, and building a sustainable career. His 6-week mentorship program has helped up-and-coming voice actors find clarity, confidence, and clients.

Tcode is also the creator and host of Everything Voiceovers: The African Perspective—a fast-growing podcast that explores the voiceover industry across the continent. Now in its third season, the show has featured industry greats such as Paula Gammon, Seun Shobo, and Teri Clark Linden, offering rich insights and championing African talent.

He is the brain behind Voiceverse NG, a curated online platform for voiceover news and community building in Nigeria. From running impactful webinars and live interviews to launching strategic content on Instagram and YouTube, Tcode continues to lead conversations that push the industry forward.

Passionate, insightful, and constantly evolving, Tolulope Kolade is not just a voice you hear—he’s a voice shaping the future of Africa’s creative audio landscape.

I’m a Media, Music and Marketing Communications expert with almost two decades of experience working at the top levels of these industries.

My Media experience covers the entire spectrum of the space from content production, to sales and marketing, partnerships, events through to business leadership. I started my career as a TV Presenter and producer 18 years ago. Today I lead the a multinational media business as Country Manager in Nigeria.

My experience in the Music Space is also as dynamic and varied having started out as a recording and performing artiste myself. I pivoted into talent management and grew my own company into a full fledged hybrid record label and management services outfit which signed and managed artistes such as Vector the Viper, Dija, Egar Boi, Protek Ilasheva, Cleo Thelma among others. I have also written and consulted on market entry strategies for a few international music businesses as well as brokered distribution deals for a few Nigerian artistes with both local and foreign companies. I also have great experience in touring and organizing and monetising live as well.

My years of experience developing advertising campaigns for brands in Nigeria and across Africa as agency Copywriter and Agency Creative Director as well as executing campaigns as media platform head means that I have very strong relationships with most of the brands in the market. From CEOs, MDs, Marketing Directors, Brand Managers to the planners, buyers and strategists of Media Agencies to the top guys at experiential, PR and events agencies, my network of key people within the market is as impressive as it gets.

Accomplished and highly organised film strategist with over7 years of professional experience from content creation, production and distribution, distributing over 100 titles both local and Hollywood films including the highest grossing films in the West Africa theatrical market A Tribe Called Judah & Wakanda Forever Black Panther 2.

To grow the business of film distribution in Nigeria and the positioning of African content for a global audience.

Seun Arowojolu is a Nigerian filmmaker and television producer renowned for his innovative storytelling and commitment to authentic African narratives. As the founder and Executive Creative Director of ContentGram Studios Africa, he has been instrumental in producing compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences.

Arowojolu’s career spans close to two decades, during which he has created and produced several acclaimed television series. Notably, he is the creative force behind fan-favourite shows like Squatterz and Birds of a Feather, which have garnered significant viewership and critical acclaim. His recent project, The Chronicles, is a gripping drama series that delves into complex family dynamics and societal issues, further cementing his reputation as a visionary in the industry.

Beyond his work in television, Arowojolu is dedicated to nurturing emerging talent and fostering the growth of the African entertainment industry. Through ContentGram Studios Africa, he provides a platform for aspiring creatives to develop their skills and contribute to the continent’s storytelling landscape.

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Arowojolu’s contributions have not gone unnoticed; his work continues to inspire and influence a new generation of African storytellers. His commitment to excellence and innovation positions him as a leading figure in the evolution of African media and entertainment.