As the second edition of the Nigeria Entertainment congress
draws close, the key speakers are being revealed by the organisers. It has been
confirmed that Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde will be representing her
constituency, Nollywood. In a release, the organisers say that she was picked
because of her “creative dexterity, activism and inspirational life as one of
Africa's most renowned actors.”
Also representing Nollywood and speaking at the event is
Founder and CEO of Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) Peace Anyam-Osigwe and
Uche Jumbo. Others include internationally known Nigerian comedian Basketmouth,
Digital Marketing expert and GM of Bytesize Bukola Akingbade, Chairman of NET
editorial board and COO Q Networks Chris Ihidero, award-winning journalist
Olumide Iyanda, broadcaster and entertainment executive Olisa Adibua.
The theme for this year is "Creating Pathways to the
Future", with sessions on Nollywood, Social Responsibility, information
technology, Music, Media and Business. "Just
like last year, our speakers and panellists this year are the best in their
fields, with an incredible passion for the development of the industry"
says Ayeni.
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