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Building a Sustainable Ecosystem: Content as a Tool

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ACS 2025 - Highlights from Our Latest Edition

📍 Balmoral Event Centre, Lagos | January 23–24, 2025. Theme: Building a Sustainable Ecosystem — Content as a Tool. Hashtags: #ACS2025 #AFRICANCREATORSSUMMIT2025 #APOLLOCREATORSFOUNDATION

Key Moments

  • 2,500+ creators and industry leaders in attendance
  • Powerful panel sessions covering “Creating Healthy Content”, “Structure & Monetization”, “Inclusion”, and “Content as a Tool”
  • High-profile speakers, including Aproko Dr, Bovi Ogboma, Daddy Freeze, Ariyike Akinbobola, Emmanuella, The Visual Advocate, META’s Rofhiwa Maneta, and many more
  • Official launch of “The Creative Bank” — a financial empowerment initiative for creators
  • Interactive Q&A sessions, masterclasses, workshops & brand showcases
  • The ACS Fashion Showcase featuring African design stars and creators
  • Performances by Brain Jotter, Martins & Gang, Edo Pikin, and more
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AllHostModeratorsPanelists
Host

NEDU Ani Emmanuel
Host

Anita Asuoha
Moderator

Dr. Fatoumatta Gaye
Moderator

Chukwudi Ezgwu
Moderator

Katharina Link
Moderator

Marie Lora-Mungai
Panelist

Egemba Chinonso Fidelis
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Efenomen Ikhuoria
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Gina Ehikodi Ojo
Panelist

Ayotunde Ishola
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Daniel Ikuenobe
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Dr. FOY
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Ifedayo Olarinde
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Malik Afegbua
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Nosa Omoregie
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Penzaar
panelist

Dr. Oluwakemi Amusa
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Tobi Alabi
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SOLAFUNMI LAELLE
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Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu
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Emmanuella
Panelist

Ariyike Akinbobola

Host

NEDU Ani Emmanuel

Chinedu Ani Emmanuel popularly known as NEDU is a Nigerian on-air personality, broadcast journalist, TV Presenter, actor, comedian and content creator.

Host

Anita Asuoha

Anita Asuoha popular know as Real warri pikin is a Nigerian standup comedian, brand influencer and content creator.

Moderator

Dr. Fatoumatta Gaye

Dr. Fatoumatta Gaye is a visionary leader, esteemed organizer, and influential figure in global development and entrepreneurship. She is the driving force behind the Global Excellence Summit and Awards (GESA)

Moderator

Chukwudi Ezgwu

Chukwudi Ezugwu, popularly referred to by the moniker HUSBAND MATERIAL is a Nigerian broadcast journalist, digital content creator, public affairs analyst and political satirist

Moderator

Katharina Link

Katharina Link is the CEO of Pulse, Africa’s leading innovative media company, operating across six countries with three core brands

Moderator

Marie Lora-Mungai

Marie Lora-Mungai is an investor, strategic advisor, and entrepreneur specialized in the African Creative Industries and Sports Business, with a 20-year experience spanning 27 countries on the continent.

Panelist

Egemba Chinonso Fidelis

Egemba Chinonso Fidelis popularly known as Aproko Doctor is a Nigerian Doctor, health influencer and actor. He is best known for breaking down medical situation using humour and storytelling. He founded the 100k club, which gives support to Nigerians who need health assistance

Panelist

Efenomen Ikhuoria

EFENOMEN Ikhuoria is an entertainment lawyer ,content creator and style consultant.

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Gina Ehikodi Ojo

Gina Ehikodi Ojo is the CEO of Geenamoore and Associates and the MD of Foodies and Spice Nigeria Limited, with over 15 years of experience in media content production and TV channel administration.

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Ayotunde Ishola

Ayotunde Ishola, known as ‘TheVisualAdvocate,’ is a renowned creative professional celebrated for merging artistry and strategy to create compelling narratives.

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Daniel Ikuenobe

Daniel Ikuenobe is a transformative leader committed to an empowered Africa as a global force for innovation and sustainable growth.

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Dr. FOY

Dr. FOY is a communications expert & brand strategist, He is a media consultant and mental health advocate. He has provided unique opportunity to engage with millennial on a range of topics especially on mental health.

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Ifedayo Olarinde

Ifedayo Olarinde popularly known as Daddy Freeze is a seasoned broadcaster, event compere and podcast host. He has been nominated for various awards and has won several awards as the most popular radio presenter and favourite Nigerian on-Air personality.

Panelist

Malik Afegbua

Malik Afegbua is a Nigerian-born contemporary artist, filmmaker, and creative technologist renowned for blending human creativity with machine intelligence

Panelist

Nosa Omoregie

NOSA OMOREGIE is an action-oriented individual with over 10 years of experience in talent and entertainment management, skilled in strategy development and identifying growth opportunities.

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Penzaar

Penzaar is a Public Relations and talent Manager. He has been influential in the content creation space for managing some of the top creative in the entertainment industry

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Dr. Oluwakemi Amusa

Dr. Oluwakemi Amusa is a medical doctor at Mediccy Health and Wellness with almost a decade experience in helping young adults understand their health care and needs and problem by providing quality health care options.

Panelist

Tobi Alabi

Tobi Alabi is a professional with experience in entertainment and Digital marketing. As Director of Partnerships at Mavin, he drives revenue through brand partnerships, touring, sync and licensing, and merchandising.

Panelist

SOLAFUNMI LAELLE

SOLAFUNMI LAELLE is a visionary leader with over 16 years of experience in Tech, TV, Digital Media, streaming platforms, and VOD.

Panelist

Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu

Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu, fondly known as Nkubi or “Small Stout,” is a multi-talented creator with a unique and captivating presence.

Panelist

Emmanuella

Emmanuella is a renowned content creator. She discovered her talent at an early age and began her career at just four years old.

Panelist

Ariyike Akinbobola

Ariyike Akinbobola is a Lawyer, Content Creator, Amazon Canada No. 1 Bestselling Author, Social Advocate, Life Coach, and former Spice TV Presenter and Producer.

Testimonial

"ACS2025 has given me the tools, the mindset, and the connections I need to take my content career to the next level. It was more than an event — it was a movement.”
Sandra IFood Content Creator, Kenya
"From ACS2024 to ACS2025, the journey has been nothing short of incredible. After applying the insights I gained from ACS2024, my income as a creator has significantly increased. I'm truly excited about the impact ACS has had on my growth!"
Segun OFood Content Creator, Kenya

ACS 2024 - The Inaugural Edition

 📍 Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos  | January 25th & 26th, 2024.

Theme: Building a Sustainable Content Ecosystem — Nurturing Collaboration, Diversity, and Ethical Practices in the Digital Age.

Hashtags: #ACS2024 #AFRICANCREATORSSUMMIT2024 #APOLLOCREATORSFOUNDATION

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