Theme: Re-Build

Projecting “African solutions” to global challenges.

Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub
Airport Road Airport Road, Benin City Observer Newspaper Compund, 300001, Benin City
Benin City, Edo, 300271
Nigeria

Adekemi Adefisayo

Social Entrepreneur, Business Strategist, Broadcast Journalist

Adekemi Adefisayo is a multi-expression professional with expertise in business consultancy, social impact strategy, and media. She authored "Profitable Problems," a guide advocating sustainable and inclusive businesses that address societal challenges through social entrepreneurship. As the founder of Chanza Africa, a Pan-African social startup, she empowers entrepreneurs and innovators for sustainable development and social impact. Adekemi also serves as Partnerships & Sponsorships Associate at IMMERSE Coaching Company, securing sponsorships for young ladies' human capacity development. Additionally, she mentors at MUAZU Africa, providing resources for female-owned social enterprises. With extensive experience in media, she helps individuals and brands spread their message effectively. Adekemi creates business solutions, mentors SMEs, and promotes entrepreneurship to positively transform Africa's narrative.

Isimeme Whyte

Social Entrepreneur, Government-NGO Liaison and Strategy Consultant

Isimeme Whyte is a social impact entrepreneur, purpose clarity coach, and entrepreneurship development specialist. With over 18 years of experience, she has been involved in numerous youth, girl-child, and women initiatives, focusing on socioeconomic development, human trafficking, education, leadership, and public service. Isimeme has served in various capacities in the private and public sectors, overseeing World Bank projects in Edo State and founding the Conference of NGOs (CONGOs). She is the founder of Genius Hub, a social enterprise that offers training in various skills to empower youths, women, and survivors of human trafficking. Through her visionary leadership, Genius Hub has facilitated skills training for over 11,000 beneficiaries. Isimeme's work has been recognized by UN Women for her contributions to gender equality and women's empowerment in Nigeria.

Joycy Ubi

Joycy Ubi is a multi-talented individual with a passion for music and education. She is an intelligent musician and a vocal coach, known for her dedication to her craft and her ability to inspire others. Joycy is the founder of JoycyUbi Vocal Academy, where she uses her expertise to guide aspiring singers and musicians. Her philosophy is that consistency leads to mastery, a principle she applies in her teaching methods. In addition to her work as a vocal coach, Joycy has also made significant strides in her music career. She was recognized as the Nigerian Music Ambassador of the esteemed RCCG. This achievement was a defining moment in her career, marking her out as a significant figure in the Nigerian music scene. Joycy’s work extends beyond the borders of Nigeria, reaching a global audience through her official Facebook page. Her commitment to her craft and her ability to connect with her audience has earned her a significant following.

Ogaga Omo Ovie

People Developer

Ogaga Omo-Ovie is an insightful speaker and people developer with a passion for building the dreams of individuals, corporations, and nations. He is a life-long student of leadership, emphasizing continuous learning, unlearning, and relearning. Holding a law degree from the University of Benin, Nigeria, he was called to the Nigerian bar in 2008. Additionally, he has a post-graduate degree in Education from Delta State University and is a certified teacher with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria. As Chief Learning Officer of Process & Paradigms Consulting, a rapidly growing consulting organization in Nigeria, he consults for numerous entities and boasts a strong track record of success. Ogaga is happily married to his wife Gbovo, and they have a son.

Osaru Obaseki

Multidisciplinary Artist

Osaru Obaseki is a Multimedia visual artist from Edo state, Nigeria. She is one of the many rising artists in Africa who has carved a niche in the contemporary art Scene. She is a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt where she majored in Management Sciences. Her art practice started with the Edo Global Art Foundation in 2017. Osaru Obaseki has been featured in various media publications and documentaries like New York Times , BBC,DW documentary. She’s a fellow of the International Training Programme with the British Museum. Osaru Obaseki dedicates her time to sculpture and painting while exploring other forms art. Osaru currently creates using sand and acrylic as a way of synergizing two different civilizations _ the ancient and the modern. Also now a postal girl for bronze making, taking the long standing history of bronze casting and its methodology of the lost wax method in creating contemporary forms while highlight modern day issues.

Sarah Esangbedo Ajose-Adeogun

Local Content Expert

Sarah Ajose-Adeogun (nee Esangbedo) is the Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Strategy, Policy, Projects, and Performance Management (SFPPMO). With over three decades of experience, including twenty years in the oil and gas industry, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. As the head of the Technocratic arm of the Governor's Office, she leads the Edo State Public Service Transformation Project, emphasizing people-centric initiatives. Previously, Sarah managed various transformation initiatives in the oil industry, focusing on social performance, information technology, and local content disciplines. She holds a BA in English & Literary Studies and two Post Graduate Degrees in Business Administration and Management from the University of Liverpool. Sarah is the first female Branch Chairperson of the PENGASSAN Shell Branch and is involved in various social and philanthropic endeavors.