Lagos, Nigeria, Tuesday, January 16, 2024 – The organisers of Nigerian Entertainment Conference (NECLive) mourn the passing of UcheUgo, brand consultant and multifaceted creative force in the industry.
UcheUgo was a graphic designer, event designer, art director, and branding and communication specialist who was widely celebrated in his field. Apart from launching the U.U series, an initiative that provided a branding masterclass for entrepreneurs and designers in 2018, UcheUgo’s dedication to education continued with the founding of KLASSIT, an online education platform offering one-on-one live classes.
NECLive Convener, Ayeni Adekunle expressed his condolences, stating, “UcheUgo was a brilliant creative who was a notable part of Nigeria’s creative community. As a long-time supporter of NECLive, Uche’s passion for branding and his dedication to the advancement of the creative arts always shone through in every project he contributed to. His impact will resonate for years to come, and he will be sorely missed.”
UcheUgo received several accolades for his work, such as the YipAfrica’s Shooting Star recognition for Creative Art, the top 100 African creators by Selar as well as a nomination for the Future Africa Awards for Creativity.
While we join his family, friends and the entire industry in mourning this loss, we recognise and celebrate the legacy of UcheUgo, a brilliant mind who left a mark on the landscape of Nigeria’s creative sector.
Signed,
Njideka Akabogu,
Regional Manager & Lead Adviser, ID Africa
