TEDxFestac Town

Speakers

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• Adeyemi Okanlawon

  Actor, Producer and Creative Entrepreneur

  Adeyemi Okanlawon is a Nigerian actor, producer, and creative entrepreneur who transitioned to Nollywood in 2013 after a decade-long career in sales and marketing. With over 20 years of combined experience spanning FMCG, e-commerce, media, and entertainment, he has become one of Africa’s most bankable and versatile screen talents—leading high-grossing films, global streaming titles, and international co-productions. Renowned for his dynamic range across drama, thriller, comedy, and historical epics, Deyemi has headlined more Netflix Originals than any other Nigerian actor. He was named the Highest-Grossing Nollywood Actor for two consecutive years (2020 & 2021) by FilmOne Distribution, contributing to over ₦2 billion in cumulative box office revenue from hits such as Omo Ghetto: The Saga, and earning Best Actor nominations from both AMAA and AMVCA in 2022. In 2024, he produced and starred in All’s Fair in Love, a romantic comedy that grossed over ₦130 million in West Africa

• Chinoralum Steph-Nora Umeabiam

  Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer of Cat Eyes Beauty World

  Chinoralum possesses remarkable leadership qualities, organizational skills, and a strong sense of responsibility. She currently serves as the Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer of Cat Eyes Beauty World, where she supports administrative and coordination activities with dedication, professionalism, and maturity beyond her years. Chinoralum is passionate about continuous learning, leadership, and personal development. She is driven by a desire to make a meaningful and lasting impact on society through excellence, integrity, and service. Whether in the classroom, on the pageant stage, or in leadership roles, she consistently demonstrates determination, resilience, and a commitment to success. With her outstanding academic achievements, growing leadership experience, and admirable character, Chinoralum stands as an inspiring role model to her peers and a promising young leader whose future is undoubtedly bright.

• Dr Olufemi Mulkah Ajagun-Ogunleye

  Researcher and Lecturer of Medical Biochemistry

  Olufemi Mulkah Ajagun-Ogunleye (PhD) is a researcher and lecturer in Medical Biochemistry at Lagos State University College of Medicine, Ikeja, Lagos. Her research interests span nutrition, neuroscience, women’s health, and healthy ageing. She is an EmpowerHER Health Research Fellow with Women in Global Health, Nigeria. A dedicated mental health advocate, she examines how neuroscience and nutrition influence cognition, resilience, and well‑being. She leads a vibrant postgraduate research hub, mentoring emerging scientists to pursue rigorous inquiry and develop impactful solutions. With a career rooted in advancing health equity and translational science, Dr. Mrs. Ajagun-Ogunleye blends academic excellence with a passion for nurturing the next generation of biomedical leaders.

• Kelvin Victor Duruihuoma

  Portrait Artist and Personal Transformation Coach

  Kelvin Victor Duruihuoma is a portrait artist, entrepreneur and founder of KelvicArts, based in Lagos, Nigeria. With seven years of professional experience in the art industry, Kelvin has established himself as one of the most sought-after visual artists in Nigeria, known for creating breathtaking portraits. Orphaned at a very young age, he found himself navigating a season of profound depression and hopelessness, but eventually turned his life around with nothing but a childhood gift. He has created stunning portraits for some of Africa’s most influential organizations and individuals, including multinational corporations like MTN and Transcorp, state governors, and top-tier celebrities and influencers across Nigeria. His works have been featured in prominent Nigerian media outlets and blogs, earning him thousands of devoted followers across social media platforms and a global clientele spanning multiple nations.

• Mulumba Banza Gracia

  Tech Entrepreneur & African Development Advocate

  BG Mulumba is a Johannesburg-based entrepreneur, IAM Consultant, and digital transformation strategist originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with extensive experience across IT systems administration and cybersecurity. Founder and CEO of BridgeSpark Technologies and LEMRODE Systèmes Numériques, he builds digital governance solutions for strategic African sectors including mining compliance, judicial digitalization, and agricultural finance. An IEEE-published researcher and MBA Candidate at Tshwane School of Business, BG is a thought leader on African economic policy and digital transformation. Selected as a TEDx speaker, he challenges African institutions and leaders to stop waiting for foreign technology and start building homegrown solutions that reflect African realities, African data, and African ambition.

• Tobiloba Ajayi

  Disability Management Advocate

  Tobiloba has over 16 years experience working with various organisations in the Disability Management sector in different countries. She holds a degree in Law and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2008. She also holds a Masters Degree in International Law. She started by working on Disability Policy as a member of the Nigerian Vision 20:20: 20 policy drafting team, and went on to work with various NGO’s in a quest to improving the lives of persons with disabilities. In March 2017, she launched ‘The Let Cerebral Palsy Kids Learn Foundation to promote inclusive mainstream education for children with Cerebral Palsy in Nigeria. This was born out of a realization in 2016, during her Mandela Washington Fellowship Professional Development Experience; that children with Cerebral palsy were being excluded from mainstream education by the school system in Nigeria.

• TUTU ADETUNMBI

  Creative industrialist and strategic operator

  Tutu Adetunmbi is a Creative Industrialist and Strategic Operator shaping the future of work, identity, and enterprise within Africa's digital economy. She is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Stamfordham Global Limited, a strategic consultancy firm that acts as the custodian of a founder's vision. Beyond strategy, Tutu is the founder of CorpCI, a boutique infrastructure firm designed to solve the structural deficit in the creative economy. She builds the "Factory" behind the "Creative", providing the corporate governance, systems, and institutional blueprints that allow creative enterprises to survive the founder and scale into legacy organisations. At her core, Tutu is a Liberator, determined to re-program a programmed generation, helping them shift trajectories from "digital slaves" to high-agency investors. She builds tools that allow African talent to achieve in one year what took previous generations ten.

• Uche Maryjane Okoli

  Fashion Designer and Trainer

  Uche Maryjane is a Nigerian fashion designer, Stylist,Fashion Educator and Entrepreneur who has a Passion for Fashion She is known for her beautiful Embellished Beaded dresses which is worn by brides and celebrities on the red-carpet. Okoli Uche Maryjane, is originated from Anambra state, Nigeria. Maryjane was born and brought up in Lagos state. She grew up alongside her 5 siblings,her father and mother. She completed her primary and secondary school in Lagos state. She also went to the University of Ibadan to study Pharmacy She is a Licensed Pharmacist and a member of the Pharmaceutical society of Nigeria and a Member of the Pharmaceutical council of Nigeria She is also a member of the Fashionomics Africa and Incubator Program Maryjane has always had a passion for Fashion which made her study Fashion during her university days And after her Internship she decided to make a career out of Fashion by giving birth House of Maryjane in 2016, but began operations officially in 2018.