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Femi Adebayo, Bizzle Osikoya and Naz Onuzo headline the latest NECLive 2026 speaker lineup ahead of the November 12 entertainment conference in Lagos
NECLive 2026 Unveils Femi Adebayo, Bizzle Osikoya, Naz Onuzo
The organisers of the Nigeria Entertainment Conference (NECLive) have unveiled a fresh lineup of industry heavyweights, including Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo, music executive Bizzle Osikoya and Inkblot Studios Chief Executive Officer, Chinaza “Naz” Onuzo, ahead of the 2026 edition scheduled for November 12 in Lagos.
The newly announced speakers cut across film, television, music, fashion, digital content, public relations and technology, reinforcing the conference’s focus on the business of entertainment and emerging opportunities within Nigeria’s creative economy.
Other confirmed participants include actors Chimezie Imo, Uzoamaka Power, Omowunmi Dada and Charles Born, alongside digital creator Tobe Ugeh, popularly known as Tobeszn.
The lineup also features fashion entrepreneur Oluwaseye Oladejo, brand communications specialist Ozinna Anumudu and Joseph Enesu, Head of AI Labs at Plaqad and AI Transformation Lead at BHM Holdings.
Adebayo, whose notable productions include Jagun Jagun and Seven Doors, has continued to expand his footprint beyond filmmaking with the establishment of Euphoria 360 Hub in Ikeja. The facility provides production, post-production and training services, positioning it as part of the growing creative infrastructure supporting Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
Osikoya brings extensive experience in the Nigerian music business, having worked with leading record labels, including Storm Records, Mo’Hits and Mavin Records. He is the co-founder of The Plug and Webek Studios, as well as the co-creator of Mainland BlockParty.
Onuzo, who heads Inkblot Studios and serves as co-CEO of Kava TV, has writing, production and directing credits spanning more than 30 film and television projects.
The conference will also explore the growing influence of artificial intelligence on the entertainment business, with Enesu expected to contribute perspectives on the intersection of technology, media, reputation management and the creative economy.
Jennifer Ukoh-Osamwonyi, Public Relations Manager at MultiChoice Nigeria, a CANAL+ company, will moderate the event. She brings experience in managing communications for major entertainment properties, including Big Brother Naija, Nigerian Idol and the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.
The 2026 edition of NECLive is themed “Home Advantage: Transforming Local Demand into Global Power” and will take place at Alliance Française de Lagos, Ikoyi, on Thursday, November 12.
NECLive is presented by ID Africa and Netng in partnership with Plaqad, The Macallan, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, BHM and Huce Valeris.
