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NECLive 2026 — Home Advantage: Transforming Local Demand into Global Power
The home advantageBuilt here.
Built here.
Ready for the world.
Our audiences. Our stories. Our creative enterprise. NECLive 2026 brings the industry together to explore how local demand can become global power—through conversations, performances and connections that move ideas forward.
Be in the roomStudent₦5,000 Individual₦15,000 Duo₦25,000 Corporate₦250,000
Your home advantage starts here.
One attendee
Two attendees · ₦12,500 per person
Ten attendees · reserved seating · a curated gift bag for each guest
Confirmed lineup
The home advantage is human.
Meet the people shaping the conversation at NECLive 2026.
speaker
Godwin Tom
Inaugural Managing Director, Sony Music Publishing Nigeria
Founder of the Creative Business Academy.
panelist
DJ Obi
Founder, Obi’s House
Holder of the record for the longest DJ set (240 hours).
panelist
Genoveva Umeh
Actress
AMVCA winner for Breath of Life (2024), star of Netflix’s Blood Sisters, and a 2026 AMVCA Best Lead Actress nominee for The Herd.
panelist
Kayode Kasum
Director and producer
Director of Ajosepo, Afamefuna: An Nwa Boi Story and Soole; producer of the 2026 Yoruba fantasy Alahun: The Weaver.
panelist
Efa Iwara
Actor and rapper
Three-time AMVCA nominee whose credits include King of Boys: The Return of the King and Òlòtūré: The Journey.
panelist
Dika Ofoma
Filmmaker and culture journalist
His shorts premiered internationally at IFFR in 2025 and 2026.
panelist
Foza Fawehinmi
Entertainment lawyer and President, Digital Music Commerce and Exchange
Co-founder of Greenlight Music Publishing.
panelist
Excel Joab
Senior Manager, A&R and Artist Development for West Africa, AWAL
Hired to lead A&R and artist development when AWAL moved into West Africa in 2024.
panelist
Femisoro Ajayi
Talent manager to Falz and consultant to Bahd Guys Entertainment since 2012
Named an Afrobeats Power Player by notJustOk.
panelist
Greatman Takit
Gospel singer and songwriter
His 2026 album Flames of a Wildfire features Nathaniel Bassey.
panelist
Dr. Foy
Medical doctor and head of Energize Music
Energize Music partnered with Sony Music’s The Orchard in 2024.
panelist
Tobi Mohammed
Managing Partner, The Plug
Launched the Block Party, which grew from about 100 guests to thousands a month.
panelist
Oluwaseye Oladejo
Founder and CEO, Sheye Oladejo
In 2023, she turned an outfit worn at the BellaNaija Style Digital Summit into a product, the “BN Suit”.
panelist
Bizzle Osikoya
Co-founder, The Plug and Webek Studios
Former Mavin Records A&R executive and co-creator of Mainland BlockParty.
panelist
Chimezie Imo
Actor and producer
Star of Breath of Life and recipient of the 2024 AMVCA Trailblazer award.
panelist
Femi Adebayo
Actor, producer and director
Filmmaker behind Jagun Jagun and Seven Doors, and founder of Euphoria 360 Hub.
panelist
Uzoamaka Power
Actor, writer and director
Star of Mami Wata and director of Love Language, winner of the Jury Prize at Nollywood Week Paris.
panelist
Ozinna Anumudu
Founder, TSC Agency and Ozinna.com
Brand strategist and fashion curator connecting African creativity with local and global audiences.
panelist
Joseph Enesu
Head of AI Labs and Systems Intelligence Architect, Plaqad
Leads the systems behind Plaqad Intel and Plaqad IQ, and AI transformation at BHM Holdings.
moderator
Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi
Co-founder, TNC Africa, and host, The Fashion Roundtable
Hosted The Beat 99.9 FM’s Drive Time Show for twelve years.
moderator
Jennifer Ukoh-Osamwonyi
PR Manager, MultiChoice Nigeria (a CANAL+ company)
Leads PR for entertainment properties including BBNaija, Nigerian Idol and the AMVCAs.
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More industry voices
Njideka Akabogu
Leadership · Regional Manager, ID Africa
Iretomiwa Akintunde-Johnson
Leadership · Regional Manager, BHM
Join the conversations on 12 November in Lagos.
Insights
Go beyond the conversation.
Moments and ideas from the NECLive community across the years.
A closer look at Nigeria’s creative economy.
Explore the 2026 report, revisit ideas from previous editions and keep up with the latest from the NECLive community.
Event essentials
Plan your day with us.
WhenThursday, 12 November 2026
Arrival and registration from 8am WAT.
WhereAlliance Française de Lagos
Mike Adenuga Centre, Lagos.
AdmissionA ticket for your place in the room.
Student, individual, duo and Corporate options.
How can I request a free pass?
If you would like to attend but cannot pay, complete the free-pass request form. The NECLive team will review your application.
Who should request an invitation?
Industry stakeholders who believe they should be on the guest list but have not received an invitation can complete the invitation request form. Each request is reviewed by the NECLive team.
Does submitting a request guarantee a ticket?
No. A free-pass or invitation request is an application for review. Your acknowledgement confirms that we received your request; it is not an approved pass or a ticket.
How will I know if my request is approved?
If your request is approved, the NECLive team will add you to the guest list on Tix. Tix will then send you an email with instructions on how to access your ticket. Please check your inbox and spam or junk folder. If you have a question about your request, email [email protected].
Is this a one-day event?
Yes. NECLive 2026 takes place on 12 November 2026.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable. Transfers are permitted through Tix; resale is not enabled.
What do I need for a student ticket?
Student tickets are for current students. A valid student ID is required at check-in.
How will I receive my ticket?
After successful payment, Tix emails your confirmation and ticket access details. For an approved free pass or invitation, the NECLive team adds you to the Tix guest list, and Tix emails instructions on how to access your ticket.
Sponsors & partnersHelp turn home advantage
Help turn home advantage
into shared opportunity.
Our 2026 sponsors and partners will be announced here. Connect with the team to explore partnership opportunities.