A seasoned film, television, and creative industries executive with 10+ years’ experience in content strategy, business development, and cross-border collaborations. Founder of NIFS, connecting African film and TV stakeholders with international partners, and Vice President of Creative and Cultural Industries at the Canadian Council on Africa. Former CEO of SuperTV and current CEO/Chief Content Officer of Farabove International Services.
The founder of FAE Studios, a platform for arts consultancy, dramaturgy, pedagogy, and performance. Over 35 years in the arts and cultural sectors, she champions creative expression and professional development for artists, especially in African and Diasporic, intercultural, and wellbeing contexts. Lectured at De Montfort University, and has presented works - The View (Toronto, 2025) and In a City, Near a Forest (Lagos Fringe Festival). An associate of NCACE and Pan-African Creative Exchange.
One of Africa’s foremost human-capital engineers, blending software engineering, finance, and strategic leadership. With 20+ years at Accenture, IBM, and Teradata, he has led digital transformation projects. A Sun Certified Java Programmer, Enterprise Architect, and Oracle Certified Professional, he holds an MSc in Software Engineering and an MBA. As co-founder and CEO of Semicolon Africa, he advances “Unleash Talent and Innovation” through Enum, Venture Marker, Labs, and Meedl.
A lawyer, entrepreneur, coach, and author with expertise in law, business, and leadership. She combines legal advisory, risk management, and business development with strategic insight, creativity, and faith-centered purpose to help individuals and organisations grow with clarity and intention. A co-founder of a leading West African fitness enterprise. She empowers professionals and women leaders to develop clarity, mindset mastery, and holistic wellness, enabling them to excel in life.
A leading media strategist, talent manager, and business development professional with over a decade shaping narratives across public relations, digital media, and the creative industries. As CEO of Penzaarville Africa, he leads strategic campaigns for telecommunications, technology, nanking, automotive, entertainment, and FMCG brands. He convenes Handle It Africa, empowering digital and creative communities. His influence has been featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, GQ, and other major outlets.
A Professor of Chemistry at the University of Lagos whose research studies emerging contaminants and their impacts on vulnerable populations. A Commonwealth Scholar and Fellow, she completed PhD split-site training and academic fellowship at Loughborough University and the University of Birmingham and has served as visiting Professor at Emory University. She contributes to global discourse on chemical pollutants, sustainable development, and environmental health inequalities.
A distinguished academic, engineer, and thought leader in sustainable development and energy innovation. Professor of Innovation for Sustainable Development at De Montfort University and Director of the Circular Economy Powered Renewable Energy Centre (CEPREC), advancing Africa’s energy transition through circular economy principles and decentralised renewable systems. A Chartered Engineer and SFHEA, his cross-disciplinary work spans engineering, policy, and education.
The Country Head of Programmes at Jobberman Nigeria and Deputy Head of Impact Partnerships at The African Talent Company, where he leads programmes and partnerships that reduce inequality and promote youth economic transitions across Africa. He shapes and delivers large-scale impact initiatives, including the Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works. With nearly a decade of experience across multiple regions and partners, he applies a participatory, utilisation-focused MEL approach.
A visionary leader transforming education and expanding youth opportunities across West Africa. As CEO of Teach For Nigeria, she drives a movement to end educational inequity by mobilising leaders committed to quality education for every child. Recognised as a Perennial Leadership, Acumen, and Tallberg Fellow, Molade brings strategic leadership, social innovation, and cross-sector expertise, advocating for women’s leadership and holistic community empowerment across West Africa.