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Adekunle Adebiyi is the Executive Director, Investments at MBO Capital Management Limited, a private investment firm with over $22 million in assets under management as at September 2025. He has over 22 years of experience spanning private equity, investment banking, consulting, operations and telecommunications.

Under his leadership, MBO Capital has invested over ₦6 billion in the Nigerian film industry, supporting the production of over 30 films streaming on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Adekunle also oversees investments in various other sectors, including mining, power, real estate, agric-commodities, beauty and wellness, asset management and aviation.

Adekunle currently serves on the boards of FCSL Asset Management Ltd, MCM Jets Ltd., and Sourcing and Produce Ltd, and has previously served as a board member at Radix Pension Managers Ltd.

Adekunle holds an MBA in Finance from the Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University) and an MA/MEng in Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Cambridge.

So Join Kunle for NECLive 2025 on Friday, November 28 2025 at Landmark Events Centre. This year’s edition is themed “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” Register now: www.nec.ng

Ojoma Ochai is a Nigerian innovation strategist and leader, currently serving as the Managing Director of Co-creation Hub (CcHUB), Africa’s largest innovation centre. Appointed in December 2023, she oversees efforts to support and invest in tech and creative entrepreneurs across the continent, with a focus on using innovation to drive social impact. She previously co-founded and led CcHUB’s Creative Economy Practice, which integrates technology into Africa’s creative industries.

Beyond CcHUB, Ochai holds several influential roles. She serves on the board of ₿trust, a Bitcoin development fund founded by Jay-Z and Jack Dorsey, and chairs the African Tech and Creative Group, working to ensure African businesses benefit from the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Since 2012, she has also been a member of UNESCO’s Global Expert Panel on cultural diversity. She is the co-founder of Pixel Ray Studios, a global film and audiovisual infrastructure company, and has advised organizations like the World Bank and the Swedish Arts Council.

From 2010 to 2021, Ochai worked with the British Council in various leadership roles, including Regional Director for Arts and Creative Economy Programmes in Sub-Saharan Africa. She has been widely recognized for her contributions, listed among the “100 Most Influential Nigerians” and “100 Most Inspiring Women in Nigeria” in 2015.

So Join Ojoma for NECLive 2025 on Friday, November 28 2025 at Landmark Events Centre. This year’s edition is themed “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” Register now: www.nec.ng

Aisha Umar Mumuni leads MTN Nigeria’s Digital Services division, driving innovation through technology and data to achieve strategic business objectives. With over 20 years of experience in telecoms and digital services, she has played a key role in developing MTN’s digital products, partnerships, and ecosystems.

Appointed Chief Digital Officer in 2022, A’isha has been instrumental in positioning MTN as a leader in Nigeria’s fast-evolving digital economy. Her work focuses on delivering customer-centric solutions and ensuring MTN stays ahead of emerging trends in content, AI, and digital platforms.

So Join Aisha Umar Mumuni for NECLive 2025 on Friday, November 28 2025 at Landmark Events Centre. This year’s edition is themed “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” Register now: www.nec.ng

Kene Okwuose is the Group CEO of FilmHouse Group, one of Africa’s leading film exhibition and distribution companies. A filmmaker and entertainment executive, he has played a major role in expanding Nollywood’s reach, elevating cinema culture, and strengthening the commercial framework of the Nigerian film industry.

Under his leadership, FilmHouse has grown into a dominant force through its cinema chain, Filmhouse Cinemas, and its distribution and production arm, FilmOne Entertainment. Okwuosa has overseen key milestones including the introduction of IMAX to Nigeria, strategic partnerships with global studios, and the distribution of several of Nollywood’s highest-grossing films.

He is known for advocating for innovation, accessibility, and industry development, steering initiatives that support emerging talent and improving infrastructure across the filmmaking sector.

So join Kene for NECLive 2025 on Friday, November 28 2025 at Landmark Events Centre. This year’s edition is themed “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” Register now: www.nec.ng

Tari Taylaur is currently the Executive Director, Programmes at the Nigerian Television Authority. She was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to this role in September 2024, and since then has worked actively to upgrade the viewer experience of Nigeria’s national broadcaster and redefine national programmes content policy to appeal to younger audiences.

Prior to that she served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Lagos State Governor on Environment. The core focus of her office as SSA was to generate community and Stakeholder participation towards a clean and sustainable Lagos, a mission she executed with immense passion and dedication.

Tari is a seasoned media content development specialist with close to two decades experience working in Nigeria’s media, entertainment and broadcast space.

So join Tari for NECLive 2025 on Friday, November 28 2025 at Landmark Events Centre. This year’s edition is themed “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” Register now: www.nec.ng

NECLive, West Africa’s largest creative industry conference, returns to Lagos on Friday, November 28 2025, at Landmark Event Centre. African entertainment is taking over the world—from Nigerian artists selling out iconic venues worldwide to Nollywood productions breaking streaming records. But how do we turn this cultural domination into lasting economic power?

Award-winning musicians, record-breaking filmmakers, and industry experts from Nigeria and the rest of the world will convene once more to chart the roadmap for building an industry that matches our global influence under the theme, “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” 

Since its inception in 2013, NECLive has been the room where it happens. Over 500 industry experts have graced the stages, more than 100,000 people have attended the conference, and over 100 million people have been reached across 50+ countries. However, the most significant statistic about NECLive is that over 1,000 deals and partnerships have been sealed as a result of the event.

This is where careers launch, brands connect, and the future of African entertainment gets written.

The speaker lineup for the 2025 edition features industry titans, policymakers, investors with real money, and rising stars reshaping the game. Expect masterclasses, panels tackling funding, intellectual property, and distribution, plus networking that could change your life.

Nigeria’s creative economy is worth over $4.2 billion annually. Nollywood is the world’s second-largest film industry by volume. Afrobeats artists are winning Grammys and headlining Coachella.

But we’re still leaving money on the table. Infrastructure challenges, funding gaps, weak IP protection, and distribution issues hold us back from capturing our full share of the $2.25 trillion global creative economy.

NECLive 2025 is where we fix that.

Artists, filmmakers, content creators, industry professionals, brands, investors, media—anyone who wants to understand how African entertainment really works and connect with the people making it happen. This is your Oscars, your Met Gala, your Super Bowl.

NECLive 2025 is produced by Nigerian Entertainment Today and the Africa Creative Foundation, in association with ID Africa, BHM, and Huce Valeris, with sponsorship from MultiChoice, MTN Nigeria, First Bank, The Macallan, and X3M Ideas. 

In five years, when African entertainment has completely dominated the global stage (and it will), you’ll want to say you were in the room when the blueprint was created.

The registration is open. The energy is building. All that’s missing is you.

Don’t be the person watching the highlights on Instagram while everyone else is making history.

LAGOS, Nigeria – NECLive today announced that MultiChoice Nigeria, the leading entertainment company behind DStv, GOtv, Showmax and Africa Magic has joined NECLive 2025 as an official sponsor. This strategic partnership strengthens NECLive’s position as the defining industry gathering where brilliant minds, boldest visionaries, and brightest talents converge to power Africa through creative enterprise.

As a long-term supporter of NECLive, MultiChoice Nigeria’s participation brings significant value to the flagship conference scheduled for Friday, November 28, 2025 at Landmark Centre in Lagos. The company’s extensive platform reach and unwavering commitment to showcasing authentic African stories aligns perfectly with the NECLive 2025 theme, ‘Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.’

John Ugbe, CEO of West Africa, MultiChoice, stated, “MultiChoice is committed to fostering sustainable growth and enriching the lives of professionals in Africa’s creative and entertainment industries. We are delighted to participate in NECLive 2025 and anticipate strengthening our relationships with stakeholders across West Africa and the continent.”

“Having MultiChoice as a sponsor represents a powerful validation of NECLive’s impact on the African entertainment ecosystem,” said Ayeni Adekunle, NECLive Convener. “MultiChoice’s platforms have been instrumental in demonstrating the impact of creative enterprise on Africa’s economic transformation. This partnership creates an opportunity for conference participants to engage with industry leaders who are actively building the foundation for a sustainable industry.”

The collaboration will enhance networking opportunities and provide participating creatives with unprecedented access to industry insights from MultiChoice Nigeria’s leadership team. NECLive 2025 is expected to reach over 10 million viewers globally across multiple platforms including DStv and GOtv.

Organized by Netng, BHM, and ID Africa, with Huce Valeris as production partner, NECLive 2025 will be hosted by popular media personalities Tee A and Bolanle Olukanni. The conference continues to attract corporate and brand partnerships due to its extensive audience reach, influence, and strong ties to industry professionals. Since 2013, NECLive has been Africa’s premier creative and entertainment industry platform for facilitating conversations, innovations and transformations and has involved 100,000+ participants, 500+ industry leaders, and over 100 million viewers.