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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

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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Impact Moments

1,500+ creators and creatives from across Africa
Thought-leadership panels on branding, collaboration, funding, and ethical content
Keynote appearances by Mr Macaroni, Princess Oghene, Mr Philip Anabui, Layi Wasabi, Layole Oyatogun, and others
Cross-country creator engagement (Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa)
Financial sessions on funding models and creator monetization
Real-time collaboration workshops and creator networking lounges

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AllHostModeratorsPanelists

Host

Nosa Afolabi

Popularly known as Lasisi Elenu is a Nigerian comedian, actor and one of the most popular influencer in Nigeria. He was named one of Nigeria’s top 25 under-30 Nigerian superstar.

Host

Bukunmi Adeaga Ilori

Popularly known as Kiekie, is a Nigerian talented TV personality, model, content creator, fashion icon,brand influencer and entrepreneur.

Moderator

MRS. Oluwasola Obagbemi

is a certified Public Relations and Communications professional with over 11 years experience. She oversees Meta’s external communications across sub-saharan Africa. She has also worked at Andela incorporation as their senior communications Manager. She was the Deputy Chief Operating Officer at RED Media Africa.

Moderator

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.

Moderator

Mariame Diakite

Mariame Diakite is the founder and Executive Partner of Diam Partners and the conceptor of Afriquette by Diam. She is a dynamic leader with a deep understanding of the continents culture and behavioral patterns. With expertise in image branding and Public Relations, she is dedicated to promoting collaboration in Africa with her experience in Corporate and social development

Moderator

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

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Adebowale Debo Adedayo

Adebowale Debo Adedayo popularly known as Mr. Macaroni is a Nigerian actor, content creator and citizen activist. He is theatrically trained. His popularity grew from his comic skits on social media as a political figure or a sadistic lecturer. Due to his vocal nature and standing up for justice, he was forced to leave school before earning a degree. He is presently one of the top skitmakers in Africa

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Maria Lora-Mungai

Maria Lora-Mungai is a French media entrepreneur, producer, writer and TV show runner. She is the founder and CEO of Restless Global, specialized in the African creative industry as a strategic advisor and business investor. With over 18 years working experience, spanning 27 countries across the world. She provides solutions to international companies, institutions and investors seeking to expand to Africa. She has worked for clients such as Warner Bros, UNESCO, Twitter films, Trace, FilmOne Entertainment, Rainbow Sports Global, Olympia Le Tan, Galeries Lafayette, the Government of France & Nigeria and lots more

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MR. MARTINS MOMAH

MR. MARTINS MOMAH created the help Station to attend to any health emergency by connecting patients to the nearest and available ambulance at an affordable cost.

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Omowunmi Akinnifesi

Omowunmi Akinnifesi is a Nigerian businesswoman, environmental ambassador, and beauty pageant titleholder. She was the winner of the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria in 2005

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Princess Oghene

Princess Oghene is a Nigerian entrepreneur and fashion executive. She is the founder of GMYT Academy, a fashion institution. She is dedicated to empowering the next wave of entrepreneurs

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Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola

Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola is a professional Nigerian lawyer, comedian and content creator popularly known as layi Wasabi. He is originally from Osun State, Nigeria. Layiwasabi lived all his life in Osogbo along with his younger brother and mother, whom he acknowledges as his inspiration and source of comedy.

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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.

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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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Unique Kings Obi

Unique Kings Obi is the founder of Solvent, a multifaceted brand that manages and produces competitive contents for business owners and content creators globally. He is also one of the founding partner of the Africa Content Academy.

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Layole Oyatogun

Layole Oyatogun is a Nigerian broadcaster, actor, media mogul and public relations expert. She is referred to as a media mogul because of her consistency in the media space for decades with vast exposure in TV presentation and communications.

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Barr. Olatunde Ojeladun

Barr. Olatunde Ojeladun is a seasoned lawyer and the founding partner of The Cedar Associates, a law firm, which deals in corporate, and entertainment law. It’s the duty of his firm to advise clients of their rights, responsibilities and duties under the law. He also secures the intellectual property of its client.

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MR. PHILIP ANABUI–POA GROUP

MR. PHILIP ANABUI–POA GROUP is a fellow of both the institution of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria. He obtained his master in business Administration from the prestigious Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, Scotland.He has 20 years professional work experience with expert in finance, accounting, audit, assurance, tax, regulatory compliance, internal control, risk management, financial reporting and business advisory. He is currently the managing partner of POA Professional Services

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OLADAPO ADEWUMMI

OLADAPO ADEWUMMI is a Creative Director, Movie Producer and Talent Agent with years of professional experiences across various entertainment platforms. He is the founder of Apollo Endeavor, a creative & management agency for talents, content development and event management. He is currently the co-founder of the African Creators Academy aimed at empowering creativity in the continent of Africa.

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Edem Victor

Edem Victor is a popular video editor, cinematographer, film director, editor, and content creator. He is Nigeria’s foremost skit editor who has diversified experiences in various fields

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Abdul Waris Umaru

Abdul Waris Umaru known as Comedian Waris was born in Kumasi, Ghana. He is an actor and renowned comedian. He established the Waris Foundation, which occasionally donates to people living on the streets in Ghana. He has worked at radio and TV stations and has become influencial in the entertainment industry.

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Mark Angel

Mark Angel is a Nigerian comedian, scriptwriter and video producer. He is best known for the Mark Angel Comedy series on Youtube.

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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.

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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.

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

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