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Hugo Obi is the CEO and Founder of Maliyo Games, a leading African mobile game studio. A visionary entrepreneur, Hugo is dedicated to building the African gaming industry through innovative games and talent development initiatives.

Hugo partnered with Google to establish GameUp Africa, a training program that has empowered numerous aspiring game developers across the continent and significantly impacted the growth of the African gaming ecosystem.

So Join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025. Time 9am.

As General Manager, Business Growth at MTN Nigeria, Funso Finnìh leads the company’s lifestyle, media, and entertainment portfolio, overseeing CRBT, music, video, gaming, and lifestyle services. He drives the strategic plans that power subscriber penetration, service adoption, and revenue growth across MTN’s digital ecosystem.

Funso has also spearheaded MTN’s partnerships with major global platforms including Apple Music, Amazon Prime, Disney Africa, and several other strategic products and services. His leadership continues to shape MTN’s position as a key player in Nigeria’s digital entertainment landscape.

So join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025. Time: 9AM.

Dominique Ntirushwa, CEO of Streampay Platforms Africa, leads a technology-driven streaming and digital monetization ecosystem built to unlock Africa’s creative potential. His work focuses on merging fintech, media technology, and content innovation to empower creators and drive sustainable growth in the digital economy.

With over 16 years of experience in telecommunications and digital solutions, Dominique has established a strong track record of advancing inclusive innovation across the continent. His leadership continues to shape how African creators earn, scale, and thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

So join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025. Time: 9AM.

Salem King is regarded as one of Nigeria’s most influential voices in the creator economy, empowering young Africans to transform their creativity into sustainable careers. He has helped thousands of aspiring creators build authentic brands and monetize their craft through his trainings, content, and community impact.

Over the years, Salem has trained more than 3,000 creators, spoken at TEDx events, and collaborated with major global and local brands including Spotify, YouTube, MTN, LG, and Stanbic IBTC. His work continues to shape the future of digital creativity across Africa.

So join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025. Time: 9AM.

NECLive 2025 is offering a masterclass for creatives and brand strategists in the breakout session, Design Thinking & Production Design – Crafting Visual Stories that Connect. This session is built on the philosophy that design is a powerful strategic tool, not just an aesthetic flourish. It is a deep dive into how to use visual elements to tell compelling stories, evoke emotion, and build powerful brand identities. Attendees will learn how creativity and structure must meet to craft visuals that genuinely move audiences and drive impact.

The session, facilitated by James Abinibi and Olasubomi Archibong, will explore the intersection of colour, form, and narrative, showing how these elements are used to shape perception across various media, from large-scale brand campaigns to intimate screen storytelling. This is an essential opportunity for participants to gain practical insights into visual strategy.

Attendees are invited to join this essential masterclass in visual communication at NECLive 2025 at 9AM on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Landmark Events Centre.

For anyone navigating Nollywood’s competitive landscape, the breakout session Acting, Authenticity, and Audience at NECLive 2025 offers a practical guide to building a sustainable career. It addresses the challenge of staying relevant when roles are fleeting and the spotlight shifts quickly, highlighting the importance of authenticity as the foundation for lasting impact. Attendees will gain insight into defining their careers with integrity and creating work that resonates deeply with audiences.

The masterclass is a must-attend for aspiring and established professionals seeking to ensure their work resonates deeply with audiences and stands the test of time. It will be facilitated by writer, director, and producer Adebola Ogunshina.

NECLive 2025 is happening this Friday, November 28, 2025, at 9AM at the Landmark Events Centre in Lagos.

Olasubomi Archibong is a creative designer with a strong foundation in Architecture, bringing structure, precision, and artistic insight into every project he undertakes. His multidisciplinary approach has made him a standout in the creative space, where he seamlessly blends aesthetic thinking with problem-solving.

His work spans design, marketing, and digital support, including brand identity development, brand strategy, visual design, web and app development, as well as video and sound design. This broad skill set led him to pursue Product Design, a field that allows him to understand user needs more deeply and build tailored solutions that align with both function and experience.

Olasubomi will be joining other innovative minds at this year’s event. Join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025, at 9 a.m. for an inspiring gathering of creators and industry leaders.

Iposu Elijah Oluwakayode is a media and communications practitioner of over two decades, Iposu Elijah Oluwakayode continues to leave a mark of excellence along his path. He started off as the Producer/Presenter of an entertainment program on Television Deuxieme in 2000 before joining Radio Frequence 1 (both in Togo) for a short stint. Over the years he has worked across electronic, print and online media rising up to the position of Programs Director at Homebase TV, Ghana; Programs Manager Pravda Radio, Ghana; and Ag. Managing Editor, Corporate Guardian Magazine, Ghana. He set up the online news division, hbtvnews.com (now hbtvghana.com) for Homebase TV in 2015.

While in Ghana, he worked with numerous Nigerian companies including Ovation Magazine, Hip Hop World magazine and Dayo Olomu’s M&M Magazine, UK. He also worked as a contributor to New African Women Magazine. He is an Event Compere and Manager, initiator of “Gold Awards for Business Journalism,” “West Africa Film Industry Summit” and “the Pitch”, a side-event of Ghana International Trade Fair. He currently hosts “The Early Edition” Every Monday to Friday.

So Join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025. Time 9am.

Kola Omotoso is a Nigerian-Canadian technologist, content creator, and style influencer whose work blends innovation, creativity, and culture. With a strong presence both online and offline, he has become known for his distinctive fashion expression and compelling personal storytelling.

He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Windsor and has built an impressive career in tech as a Senior Quality Assurance Analyst. His professional credentials include certifications in Project Management and Scrum Mastery, further establishing him as a multifaceted talent who excels in both corporate and creative spaces. Kola also rose to national prominence as a top-5 finalist on Big Brother Naija 2025, where his confidence and authenticity resonated with a wide audience.

Kola Omotoso will be joining other remarkable voices at this year’s gathering. Join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025, at 9 a.m. for an inspiring and impactful experience.

Victor Sanchez Aghahowa is a Nigerian screenwriter, director, and producer with a career spanning more than two decades. His journey includes roles as writer and assistant director to showrunner and executive producer on numerous successful TV shows and films across the continent.

In 2001, he completed the first draft of his screenplay “Letters to a Stranger.” In 2003, he created and sold his inaugural TV show, “Bachelors.” He joined the inaugural writer’s room for West Africa’s largest show in 2005, “Tinsel,” and served as an assistant director on Nigeria’s most prominent reality show in 2008 “The Apprentice Africa”.

Victor started directing multiple projects with Multichoice in 2009 and in 2012, he created and directed the first web series in West Africa to run a full season, “How She Left My Brother” before taking on the role of showrunner and executive producer for TV with “Dowry” on EbonyLife TV.

Victor has since contributed to notable shows such as ‘MTV Shuga’, ‘Hush’,’ Jemeji’, ‘Enakhe’, and ‘Diiche’. He has presently written, directed, and produced over 1000 hours of content and contributed to the creation of over 30 successful TV and film projects.

He is recognized for imparting storytelling and writing knowledge through classes at various universities and training institutions. Victor also serves as a sought-after consultant, specializing in optimizing production systems and script development for numerous media entities.
Currently, he holds the position of Head of Production, West Africa, for Multichoice Africa.

So Join us at Landmark Events Centre on the 28th of November, 2025. Time 9am.