NECLive

To everyone who showed up and showed out at NECLive 2025, we say a big thank you! From the powerful sessions to the inspiring speeches and unforgettable performances, you made it an experience to remember. Catch up on everything you may have missed on our websites, social pages, and @theNETng, and stay tuned — we’ve got more updates from the event coming your way! See you at the next edition 🚀 #NECLive2025

"One of our biggest challenges is not having the infrastructure for them to learn in the creative sector.” At NECLive 2025, Colette Otusheso broke down what real infrastructure looks like—spaces for collaboration, learning, and growth. Because Africa’s creative boom won’t sustain itself on talent alone. We need systems, structures, and ecosystems that work. Catch highlights from “Building Creative Infrastructure to Power Africa’s Economic Growth” featuring Steve Babaeko, Moliehi Molekoa, Shaibu Husseini, and Colette Otusheso. Moderated by Seyitan Atigarin.

At NECLive 2025, Atinuke Babatunde, Head of Content at MultiChoice West Africa, revealed that MultiChoice identified 5 million illegal streams during the last season of BBNaija, one of Africa’s most popular reality shows. The season concluded with Imisi emerging as the winner. Babatunde highlighted the challenges of content piracy in Africa’s entertainment industry, emphasizing the need for stronger measures to protect creative work and ensure that content creators and platforms are fairly compensated. Her insight underscored the importance of enforcing intellectual property rights and the critical role of innovation and strategy in safeguarding Africa’s rapidly growing creative economy.

Digital creator Hauwa Lawal delivered one of the most resonant messages at NECLive 2025, explaining how storytelling is central to Africa’s cultural impact. Speaking during the panel session “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise,” she highlighted that Nigerian creators are increasingly shaping global narratives by sharing authentic lived experiences. “The creative economy can only be exported when Africans take ownership of their stories,” Hauwa said. She described how her own work is rooted in a community that feels seen when she creates content about identity, daily life, and social realities. She added that many Nigerians still face strange questions and assumptions outside the country because global audiences are often exposed to limited portrayals of African life. This, she noted, makes it even more crucial for creators to tell fuller, more human stories.

"When African creators thrive, Africa thrives. This is our moment, not to dream but to build” -Atinuke Babatunde, Executive Head, Content and Channels at Multichoice during her lead address “The Future of Africa is Creative” at NECLive 2025.

One of my highlights at the #NECLive 2025 was the chance to reconnect with @ayenithegreat, CEO of BHM. We had an interesting conversation, I introduced him to @PTBCInitiative and shared our vision and goals for the coming year. After receiving his valuable wisdom and support, I can confidently say: we are moving in the right direction and the future of the boy child is in good hands. #2026Ready #Vision2026

Singer Gaise Baba showed up and gave us a show singing 'No Turning Back' at #NECLive2025 🔥

"We are going to be announcing a fund starting next year to pull resources together to be able to fund experiments of people who may not have maybe the credibility or the track record to go to an MBO to get funding for their project." Mr Ayeni Adekunle, NECLive Convener 🎁

The hosts with the most! Compere and TV producer Tee A and renowned TV host and filmmaker Bolanle Olukanni had us all entertained every step of the way during #NECLIVE2025 . Amazing job 👏

Mr Kak Up, Kola Omotoso is live at NECLive2025, and he looks amazing as always! We can't wait to hear from him during his panel session 👍 #BBNaija #NECLive2025

Founder & CEO of X3M Ideas, Steve Babaeko gave us quite the gist as he spoke about working with legendary compere and host for this year's #NECLive2025 event, Tee-A for the first time.

Behind the scenes where the magic gathers before it hits the stage — NECLive 2025’s power players are all gathered in pre-game mode, and the Green Room is buzzing. The minds shaping #NECLive2025 are warming up backstage with a vast wealth of ideas loading✨️

The NECLive2025 Red Carpet is open, and participants are coming in with big energy and bold looks. If you're not at #NECLive2025, you're missing out! You can still join us at Landmark Events Centre, Lagos. ✨️

The NECLive2025 Red Carpet is open, and participants are coming in with big energy and bold looks. If you're not at #NECLive2025, you're missing out! You can still join us at Landmark Events Centre, Lagos. ✨️

NECLive Convener, Ayeni Adekunle , reveals the conference is having conversations with American music executive Matthew Knowles about a possible partnership. He made this known at the welcome conversation with ace journalist Lamide Akintobi at NECLive 2025. #NECLive2025

And we’re live at NECLive 2025! The continent’s biggest creative event is officially in motion. The energy is high and creativity unlocked — let the inspiration begin ✨️ #NECLIVE2025

In an industry where roles can be fleeting and the spotlight shifts quickly, Adebola Ogunshina will take participants at #NECLive2025 through what it means to build a Nollywood career defined by authenticity. He will share his journey across the Nigerian film industry in this intimate masterclass. Join him at Landmark Events Centre on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 9am.

Over 40 industry leaders have been confirmed to participate in #NECLive2025! NECLive 2025 brings together the minds shaping Africa’s creative economy. This is where policy meets practice. Where ideas become action. Where Nigeria’s entertainment future gets built. Join us on Friday, November 28 2025, at The Landmark Event Centre, Lagos NECLive 2025 is produced by Nigerian Entertainment Today @thenetng and the Africa Creative Foundation, in association with @id_africa, @bhmng, and @hucevaleris Registration is closing soon. Secure your spot now: nec.ng #NECLive2025

In this pivotal moment that the African creative industry is making waves across the globe, Atinuke Babatunde, Head of Content at @multichoice_group will deliver a powerful address on why the future of Africa’s economy lies in the hands of its creators. More than entertainment, Africa’s creative sector is a strategic economic with the potential to generate millions of jobs, build global brands, and reshape the continent’s narrative. This is a keynote address you don’t want to miss. Be at NECLive 2025 on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Landmark Events Centre.

From Afrobeats headlining sold-out arenas to Nollywood scripts streaming in over 190 countries, Africa’s creative industries are no longer on the sidelines. They’re shaping the rhythm, the narrative, and the style of global culture. The spotlight will be on the true scale and untapped potential of Africa’s cultural economy – how sound, story, fashion, and art have become some of our most valuable exports, and the policies, partnerships, and infrastructure needed to protect and grow their value. Join us at NECLive 2025 at Landmark Events Centre on Friday, November 28 2025 at 9 AM