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The Most important people in Nigeria’s Entertainment industry

The Most important people in Nigeria’s Entertainment industry


Posted on July 21 2016 , at 09:00 am

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  • In no particular order, we’ve compiled a list of these men and women whose numbers you want to have on speed dial.
Audu Maikori, Mo Abudu, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage
These hard-working people, work with a great deal of effort day and night to place the industry on the global map.
Nigerian entertainment industry boasts a host of talented actors, musicians, creative filmmakers, talent managers, media experts etc, who make the industry tick. The industry no doubt has seen growth and has gained international recognition thanks to these hard-working people who work day and night to place the industry on the global map.
In no particular order, we’ve compiled a list of these men and women whose numbers you want to have on speed dial.
Audu Maikori
Audu-Maikori
Record label executive
Audu Maikori is a Nigerian lawyer, entrepreneur and social activist. Audu is best known as the Founder of the Chocolate City Group. He’s also well known in Nigeria as a former Nigerian Idol judge and has been compared to Simon Cowell due to his tough stance on contestants during auditions.
Maikori’s Chocolate City is a arguably one of the biggest record labels in Africa helping to guide and manage the careers of several artists including Femi Kuti, M.I, Ice Prince Zamani, , Jesse Jagz, Victoria Kimani, Nosa etc.

PROF. BOB EJIKE  is the founder of Nollywood, and the artistic technocrat that crafted Uganda's Ugawood. He is the best known international promoter of the African film renaissance. He has promoted Nollywood in three continents over a period of 25 years. Ejike is also a lecturer, translator, author, actor, movie scriptwriter, singer and model, one of the most talented Africans in the American Diaspora. 
 
Mo Abudu
Mo Abudu
Talkshow host, media entrepreneur
Mosunmola Abudu, usually known as Mo Abudu, is a talk show host, TV producer, media personality, human resources management consultant, entrepreneur and philanthropist. She has been described by Forbes as Africa’s Most Successful Woman.
Abudu is the Executive Producer & host of a TV talk show, Moments with Mo, which is the first syndicated daily talk show on African regional television. She dabbled into film production this year, debuting with a star-studded movie titled ‘Fifty.’
M.I Abaga
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Rapper, label executive
Jude Abaga better known by stage name ‘M.I’ or ‘M.I Abaga’, is a Nigerian hip hop recording artist and the current CEO of the Chocolate City Music. He has won several awards including the MTV Africa Music Awards 2009. He was nominated in the Best International Act category at the BET Awards 2010.
He rose to prominence in 2006 when his song ‘Crowd Mentality’ became popular in his hometown of Jos.
Mathew Ohio
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Show Promoter
Matthew Ohio is a showbiz enthusiast; show promoter and businessman who started Industry Nite in 2009 as an independent platform for artists to showcase their stuff. Matthew’s creation has become one of the most popular and respected networking platforms for entertainers and has hosted over 50 Nigerian artistes since inception.
2face Idibia
2face Idibia
Recording artiste, record label executive, club owner

Innocent Ujah Idibia better known by his stage name 2face Idibia, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur. He is one of the most decorated and successful pop artists in Africa.  The ‘African Queen’ singer, who celebrated his 40th birthday in September 2015, has contributed a lot to the entertainment industry, through his creativity and his label, which houses talented acts.
He  established his record label, Hypertek, following his departure from Kennis Music, a record company owned by Kenny Ogungbe. The label was founded in 2006, and is home to recording artists such as Victor Uwaifo, Dammy Krane and RockSteady. 2face is the co-owner of Rumors, a thriving night club with branches in Ikeja and Festac, Lagos.
Ayo Animashaun
AYO ANIMASHAUN
Media Entrepreneur

He is the CEO of Smooth Promotions, an entertainment firm that owns Hip TV and organizes The Headies. On November 5, 2013, he led his firm to the launch of HipTV on Multichoice DSTV and today, the platform, which recently celebrated its 2nd anniversary has become one of the most watched cable music channels in Nigeria.
Tajuddeen Adepetu
(Tajuddeen Adepetu CEO, Soundcity. Photo: Filed)
Media entrepreneur
Tajuddeen Adepetu is at the helm of one of Nigeria’s biggest media conglomerates. The 50-year-old media mogul, who has been described as the Ted Turner of Nigeria is the managing director of Consolidated Media Associates, owners of Soundcity, ONTV, Spice TV and the newly founded Urban Radio.
Ali Baba
Ali Baba has a relationship advice for you this Sunday. Photo: Filed
Comedian
Widely regarded as the king of comedy, Ali Baba has contributed a deal towards the growth of Nigerian entertainment industry. In his 50’s, he has supported, mentored and presented several comedians helping to ensure that standards are maintained and professionalism encouraged. The industry, yes, the Comedy Industry though yet to be standardized, is growing fast and strong to the credit of the godfather of stand-up comedy.
He has been a professional stand up comedian for the past 22 years and has in the last 13 years received several awards, including the prestigious NET Honours.
KSA
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Musician
King Sunny Ade aka KSA is Nigerian popular musician in the vanguard of the development and international popularization of Juju music—a fusion of traditional Yoruba vocal forms and percussion with Western rock and roll.
With multiple Grammy award nominations to his name and millions of albums sold worldwide, KSA is one of the richest  and most consistent Nigerian musicians of all time.
K1
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Musician
King Wasiu Ayinde popularly known as K1 de Ultimate is one of the prominent figures in the Nigerian entertainment industry. A member of late Sikiru Ayinde Barrister’s band, from 1978 until 1984, K1 has assumed his mentor’s role as ‘king of Fuji,’ a style of dance music combining Juju, apala, and Yoruban blues. A prolific recording artist, KWAM1 as he’s also called, continues to update the Fuji style.
Pasuma Wonder
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Musician
Fuji music is currently one of the oldest genres of music in Nigeria. And one man who can be credited for the continued existence of the art especially among young people is Kwara state-born, Pasuma Wonder. With a career spanning over two decades, Pasuma has paid his dues and has continued to garner accolades from all over.
Alex Okosi
Alex Okosi
Media entrepreneur
Alex Okosi is a Nigerian-born, US-educated media executive responsible for developing and launching MTV Africa (MTV Base) in February 2005. He has also spearheaded the launch of other localized Viacom brands in Africa encompassing Nickelodeon and Comedy Central. Okosi’s mission in Africa has always been to develop content for audiences that not only entertains and showcases the best of African music and entertainment, but also serves to socially empower audiences in Africa and around the world.
Currently, he is responsible for managing the growth and development of the Viacom International Media Networks Africa business – a multichannel portfolio that reaches over 100 million viewers and includes MTV, MTV base, Nickelodeon, VH1, BET International and Comedy Central. Okosi is the creative force behind the MTV Africa Music Awards, a high-profile event that has helped talented African artists raise their international profile and status.
Don Jazzy
don jazzy
Producer, record label owner
Michael Collins Ajereh popularly known as Don Jazzy is a multi award-winning record producer, singer-songwriter and musician. He’s the honcho of arguably Nigeria’s biggest record label, Mavin, a music powerhouse which boast of 6 very successful artistes, who have hit songs and several endorsement deals. In his career, Don Jazzy has produced over 100 hit songs.
Shina Peller
Shina Peller's Quilox turns 2. Photo: Filed
Night club owner, record label executive
Regarded as ‘King of Night Life,’ Shina runs ‘Quilox,’ a nightclub that has become a toast of Nigerian entertainers and upwardly mobile ladies and gentlemen. Shina has also joined the list of record label owners, having recently floated  Aquila Records.
Chris Ubosi
Chris Ubosi
Media entrepreneur
Chris Ubosi is the CEO of Megaletrics Limited, owners of Beat FM, Classic FM and Naija FM. He has in the last 24 years been actively involved in the Telecommunications and Broadcasting Industries in Nigeria. Chris is a pioneer in private broadcasting and new media in Nigeria, having run, operated and consulted severally for various top private radio stations in the country.
D’Banj
D'banj
Artiste, record label executive
Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo  popularly known as D’banj is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and businessman. With  several music awards and hit songs under his belt, D’banj is regarded as one of the biggest pop stars in Africa.
The boss of DB records controls some of the biggest endorsements available. D’banj also has current endorsement deals with Ciroc, Globacom, One Campaign, Slot and Apple.
Though no recent major hit to his name, no album in many years, D’banj continues to wield his influence in the music sector and beyond. .
Olamide
Olamide
Artiste, record label executive
He’s one of the most consistent Nigerian hitmakers. Now firmly a star-maker himself, his thriving record label, YBNL, has produced Lil Kesh, Dekunle Gold, Chinko Ekun and Viktoh.
Wizkid
Wizkid

Recording artiste, record label executive
His work and contribution to the Nigerian Music Industry has earned him several achievements, including a BET Award, a MOBO Award, three The Headies Awards, two Channel O Music Video Awards, four Nigeria Entertainment Awards, a Ghana Music Award, two Dynamix All Youth Awards, two City People Entertainment Awards, and a Future Award.
In addition, he has been nominated three times at the MTV Europe Music Awards as well as four times at the World Music Awards. He was ranked 5th on Forbes and Channel O’s 2013 list of the Top 10 Richest/Bankable African Artists. In February 2014, Wizkid became the first ever Nigerian musician to have over 1 million followers on Twitter.
He’s now working with Chris Brown and Drake; seeing his work playlisted in the US, and hoping to win a Grammy.
Davido
Davido
Artiste, record label executive
David Adedeji Adeleke, 23, is one of the most successful Nigerian pop stars today. Just like Wizkid, he has struggled to create new stars from his label. But he’s making his brand and his music go global, breaking sales records, and sealing the deals that should see him follow in Whizkid’s footsteps.
DJ Jimmy Jatt
DJ Jimmy Jatt
Disc Jockey
An innovator, teacher, speaker, helper and performer, Jimmy JATT has helped in nurturing and influencing the careers of many DJs and artistes in Nigeria. His records of firsts remain unmatched across the continent.
Tiwa Savage

Tiwa Savage
Recording artiste
Tiwa Savage has evolved from being Mavin’s first lady to becoming the queen of the Nigeria’s pop music. She was away for a minute to have her baby, distracted for a minute by a nasty marriage scandal. but she’s now back on the scene to reclaim her top spot.
Cobhams Asuquo
Cobhams
Music producer
Cobhams Emmanuel Asuquo is a Nigerian song writer/music producer who started his professional training as a lawyer, but later branched into music full-time to fulfill a lifelong desire.
He is CEO/ Head of Productions of CAMP (Cobhams Asuquo Music Productions) which is currently representing himself, Bez Idakula and Stan Iyke. He was responsible for Aşa’s highly acclaimed international album ASA and is responsible for more Nigerian hits than you’ll ever imagine.
Sola Fajobi
Sola Fajobi
Media entrepreneur
Sola Fajobi, the CEO of Digital Interactive Media, is the brain behind Xcite TV, Oodua TV, Next Movie Star, Supermom and other reality TV shows.
Kwame
KWAME
Media entrepreneur
Femi ‘Kwame’ Aderibigbe, CEO of Virtual Media Group which owns the entertainment cable TV station Nigezie, is a renowned broadcaster-turned-media entrepreneur. Kwame, who also owns Orisun TV on Startimes, has also dabbled into hospitality business with the opening of a posh night club called Uptown.
Desmond Elliot
Desmond Elliot
Actor, producer, director
Elliot, who is now a member of Lagos State House of Assembly, is one of the prominent actors in Nollywood. Also a producer and director, the Lagos state born actor has produced several blockbusters under his production company Denziot Productions.
He is involved in public relations projects for the Nigerian telecoms giant (Glo) and is said to be one of Nigeria richest Nollywood actors, making his money from acting, directing, endorsements and adverts.
Lanre Da Silva Ajayi
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Fashion designer
Lanre Da Silva Ajayi (LDA) runs one of the leading fashion labels in Nigeria. The beautiful woman started her business over a decade ago and has successfully made her eponymous label a big brand.
 Mai Atafo
Mai Atafo
Fashion designer, event compere

Mai Atafo is a bespoke fashion tailor. He caught the attention of the fashion industry for the creation of his brand, Mai Atafo Inspired. Sitting as current Creative Director of Mai Atafo Inspired, Mai Atafo continues in the trail of his early career as a Strategy Director for an Advertising Agency, and brand manager for Guinness.
He’s now also an event compere and style consultant.
Basket Mouth
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Comedian
Bright Okpocha better known by his stage name Basketmouth, is one of the few Nigerian stand-up comedians doing things differently. He’s built successful shows across the world, impressed the continent thanks to ComedyCentral, and is now warming up to claim global renown.
Amin Mousalli
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Media entrepreneur
The bold and energetic Amin Moussalli, came to Nigeria in 1975 and founded AIM consultants, a company that is focused on architectural engineering designs. His love for broadcasting led him to creating leading Cool FM, now one of Nigeria’s leading radio brands. He’s since followed with Wazobia FM, Wazobia TV, and Nigeria Info.
Edi Lawani
Edi Lawani
Event manager
A multi-discipline special projects consultant, event architect and showbiz consultant, Lawani possesses incredible influence having become the name on everyone’s lips when the topic concerns technical and events management. He has been around for well over 30 years and his influence has not diminished one bit.
Jason Njoku
Jason Njoku
Media entrepreneur
Jason Chukwuma Njoku (born December 11 1980) is a British-born Nigerian entrepreneur, film magnate and African start-up investor. He is the founder and CEO of iROKOtv, one of the early video-on-demand movie platforms for Nigerian movies.
Chris Ihidero
Chris Ihidero 1
Filmmaker, writer
With an authoritative voice and calm demeanor, this movie producer has grown into one of the most respected figures in modern Nollywood. Chris has directed about 100 hours of television drama, including Fuji House of Commotion, Tempest and Now we are Married.
He recently produced the 4th series of the ground-breaking HIV and behavioural change focused drama series, MTVShuga.
Protégé of revered Nigerian filmmaker Amaka Igwe for 8 years, Chris was responsible for managing the production services at Amaka Igwe Studios (AIS) including training of creative professionals at the Centre for Excellence in Film & Media Studies, the training arm of AIS.
He is currently head writer, for Africa Magic daily series HUSH.
Lancelot Imasuen
Lancelot Imasuen
Filmmaker
The Edo-born producer and director may well be reckoned as the first Nollywood director to shoot a film in Hollywood, with a $200, 000 non-union budget film titled, ‘Friendly Enemy’.
Other international projects include Zero your mind – which was shot in Berlin, Saving the Crown, Home and Abroad, Seed of seduction, Windstorm and Adakhanva, which he did in his native language.
Ade Bantu
Ade Bantu
Musician, founder of Afropolitan Vibes
Adegoke Odukoya, better known as Adé Bantu is a Nigerian-German musician, producer and activist. He is best known as the founder of the Afro-German musical collective and NGO Brothers Keepers and as the front man of the 12 piece band. Ade Bantu is the founder and co-organiser of the monthly gig Afropolitan Vibes. Born out of his desire to fill the gap of live musical performances in Nigeria, the Freedom Park event has continued to wow audiences with a line up of old and new singers who gather on Lagos Island every third Friday of the month.
Femi Kuti
Femi Kuti performing at Felabration New Africa Shrine, October 2013-27
Musician
Getting nominated for 4 Grammy Awards is no mean feat. Over the years, Femi Kuti has built up a huge following in the United States and across the world. As the undisputed King of Afrobeat, Femi Kuti has kept the genre alive, touring annually, collaborating with younger acts, and hosting – together with his sister Yeni – the annual Felabration in honour of their father Fela Kuti.
Peace Ayim Osigwe
Peace Ayim-Osigwe
AMAA Awards Founder
The brain behind Africa Movie Academy Awards, the continent’s longest-running honours event for movie practitioners. Any-Osigwe is also a behind-the-scenes influencer, policy adviser and producer.
Paul Okoye
Paul Okoye
Brand consultant
Paul Okoye, has his hands in many places. Booking agent, talent manager, promoter, deal influencer, negotiator, media buying, name it. A former outsider has worked his way into serious influence, and everyone is giving him his due.

Linda Ikeji
Linda Ikeji
Blogger
Linda Ikeji is a Nigerian blogger, writer, entrepreneur and former model, best known for her personalised blog and charity.
From a business and career that has taken her seven years to build, Ms. Ikeji’s blog has become a personification of phenomenal success, earning her millions in annual turnover and the tag of ‘Nigeria’s most successful blogger – with many admirers and haters in tow.
Kene Mkparu
Kene Mkparu. Photo- Rtandrews' blog
Cinema owner
Regarded as King of Cinema, Kene Mkparu has contributed in bringing the cinema culture back in Nigeria. Kene Mkparu has over 24 years cinema and film industry experience. He is Founder and Group MD/CEO of Filmhouse Cinemas and FilmOne Production/Distribution NIgeria – currently (June 2015) with a chain of 9 cinemas since December 2012, and a strategic roll-out plan to reach 25 cinemas by 2016.
Prior to this Kene, in 2008, as Managing Director set up and launched Genesis Deluxe Cinemas Nigeria. He was also MD/CEO of FilmAFRICA UK (2005 – 2008) a production and distribution company that specialized in releasing African films in mainstream UK cinemas. Kene was General Manager with Odeon UK (1991 – 2008).
Sam Onyemelukwe

Sam Onyemelukwe. Photo: Media Week
Branding expert
Mr. Onyemelukwe is a National Political Campaign Promotion and Branding Expert with over two decades of experience. Currently, Mr. Onyemelukwe heads the operations of EMC/TRACE Urban Nigeria. As Business Development Manager, he is directly responsible for all aspects of the commercial and operational activities as well as the campaigns of partner brands.
Tony Okoroji
Toni-Okoroji
Chairman COSON
Chief Tony Okoroji is Chairman of the COSON Board. A former PMAN president, he led the vanguard for the establishment of the Nigerian Copyright Commission and served twice on the Board of the Commission. Chief Okoroji is today one of Nigeria’s most respected authorities on Intellectual Property and continues to be an unrelenting voice in the campaign for the rights of creative people.
 Igwe Gabriel Okoye
Igwe Gabosky at late Amaka Igwe's tribute night. Photo: BHM
Movie Producer
Gabriel Onyiyechi Okoye, popularly known as Igwe Gabosky, is one of the most respected in the Nigerian home video industry
Over the years, Okoye has worked himself into becoming one of the top stakeholders in the Nigerian movie industry, having produced many blockbuster movies and helping champion the cause for a better movie industry. He has now moved into national distribution with the BoI-supported G.Media.
Efe Omorogbe
Efe-Omorogbe
Artiste manager and change agent
He’s CEO and Co-founder of Now Muzik, a talent management and recording agency. But Omorogbe will be remembered for his work in establishing the copyright society of Nigeria, after years of lobbying and campaigning.
Cecil Hammond
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Show promoter
Cecil Hammond, the CEO of Flytime Entertainment, is a high profile show promoter and event organiser. His annual Rhythm Unplugged is an important platform in our annual calendar, and he’s a savvy promoter responsible for several recent music successes.
Yemi Sonde
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FIBAN President
Yemi Sonde, a renowned broadcaster, film producer and playwright, is the president of the Freelance and Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria (FIBAN).
A graduate of University of Ibadan with dual certificates of Bachelor of Science and Masters in Communication & Language Arts, a graduate of Radio Nigeria Training School Lagos, he began his trade with OGBC (Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation) right from his undergraduate days and BCOS (Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State) where he observed his National Youth Service assignment and was subsequently retained.
Akeem Olatunji Balogun
Akeem Olatunji Balogun
Movie marketer ( CEO Olasco Films)
Known for bankrolling many blockbusters which include Funke’s flicks- Jenifa, Return of Jenifa and Omo Ghetto 1 & 2, this popular movie marketer, commands respect in the movie industry, which is why many refer to him as the godfather of the movie marketers.
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde
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Actress, activist
The Lagos-born star who hails from Ondo State made her debut in Nollywood in 1995. Since then, she has acted in about 200 movies and has endeared herself to producers and marketers. Her star power has seen her snag numerous endorsement deals and even a listing by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world, along with the likes of Michelle Obama, Beyonce and Kate Middleton.
Bizzle Osikoya:
Bizzle
Top plugger, promoter, influencer and A&R expert. One of the many underground workers now warming up to fame, thanks to social media.
 Odunlade Adekola
Odunlade Adekola
Actor, Producer, Director.
Odunlade Adekola is an actor to court – by producers, consumer brands, and fans.
Dele Odule
Dele-Odule
Actor, leader
He’s the president of the new guild of the Yoruba movie industry, Theatre and Motion Picture Practitioners of Nigeria (TAMPPAN). The Ogun-state born actor is one of the key men in the Yoruba movie industry. He came into acting 30 years ago and has become a household name in the industry.
 Emem Isong
Emem Isong
Movie producer, writer
Emem Isong is one of the most respected people in the Nollywood industry. Beginning her career in 1994, she has excelled in writing and producing movies. With provoking and well thought out plots, she has earned her place in Nollywood as one of the best screenplay writers.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Calabar and a diploma in computer science from the Computer Science Institute (NCR).
She runs a film school, Royal Arts Academy, with which she has discovered young actors who are now giving the established ones a run for their money
Kunle Afolayan
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Filmmaker, actor
Kunle Afolayan is of Yoruba descent but his fame runs across the African continent and the rest of the world where he’s seen as the face of ‘New Nollywood’, a.k.a leader of the new school.
Since he made a grand entrance in 2005, he has been active in the Nigerian film industry. He has made several successful movies including: his latest project The CEO, Irapada, The Figurine: Araromire, Phone Swap, and award-winning October 1.
Tunde Keleni
Tunde Kelani
Filmmaker
Tunde Kelani , popularly known as TK, is a Nigerian filmmaker, storyteller, director, photographer, cinematographer and producer. In a career spanning more than four decades, TK specialises in producing movies that promote Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and have a root in documentation, archiving, education, entertainment and promotion of the culture.
Wale Adenuga
Wale Adenuga. Photo: Jungle Journalist
Media entrepreneur

Wale Adenuga, MFR, 65, is the chairman of Wale Adenuga Production, WAP; a former cartoonist/publisher, and currently a TV series producer, with Super story, Nnena and friends, This Life among others. Before the growth of the film industry, Adenuga had released the celluloid movie Papa Ajasco, which was based on the main character in Ikebe Super, in 1983. Papa Ajasco made history as the first English comedy in an industry which had been dominated by Yoruba productions.
In 2009, he was conferred with the Member of the Order of the Federal Republic of Nigeria honour (MFR) as acknowledgement of his immense contribution to the growth and development of the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Emeka Mba
Prince Emeka Mba. Photo: NECLive
DG NBC
A former Regulatory Affairs Manager at Multichoice Nigeria and Director General of the Nigerian Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Mba was until recently the head of the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission. Soft spoken Mba’s popularity amongst broadcasting stakeholders has remained on the rise with his digitisation project and the restructuring to ensure strict adherence to NBC’s rules and regulations.
 Ali Nuhu
Ali Nuhu
Actor
Ali Nuhu is a household name, especially in the Northern part of the country. Since his debut in Kannywood – the Hausa home movie industry and an integral part of Nollywood – in the early 90s, he has worked to draw attention to the sub-industry while working to help colleagues penetrate the mainstream.
Ibinabo Fiberesima
Ibinabo Fiberesima. Photo: Filed
Actress
The Rivers State-born actress is the first female to lead the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN). Ibinabo wields uncommon influence and power among Nollywood practitioners.
Clarence Peters
Super Sun Concert with Bez - Clarence Peters
Cinematographer
Clarence Peters (born Clarence Abiodun Peters) is a Nigerian music video director, filmmaker and cinematographer. He is the founder and CEO of CAPital Dream Pictures, a production company that specialises in performing arts, new media art, film, television, radio, and video.
He took the baton from DJ Tee as Nigeria’s most wanted music video director. No one knows when he’ll pass it on.
Genevieve Nnaji
Genevieve Nnaji
Actress
Genevieve Nnaji has expanded her relevance from acting to modelling, music, entrepreneurship and movie production. Unlike most of her colleagues, she started off very early with her first role coming when she was only 8 years old. At the age of 19, her role in the movie Most Wanted catapulted her to fame. She is an ambassador to several notable brands including Lux and most recently, Etisalat. 
Lanre Dabiri
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Innovator
The former rapper has moved to the US. But his relevance to the Nigerian music scene has not waned. Thanks to Playdata, a start-up working to provide data on music consumption on Nigerian radio. Pundits say his efforts will go a long way to help restructure compensation for rights owners.
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