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  • Global Humanitarian Focus: Channels TV Chairman to Lead Rotary Leadership Forum

    Global Humanitarian Focus: Channels TV Chairman to Lead Rotary Leadership Forum

    In an update published by The Punch, the Chairman and CEO of Channels Media Group, Dr. John Momoh, has been announced as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Rotary International District 9112 Team Learning Seminar. The event, scheduled for later this month in Lagos, is designed to prepare district officers for leadership roles within the global humanitarian organization for the upcoming 2026–2027 year.

    The seminar will focus on the intersection of professional excellence and humanitarian service. Dr. Momoh’s selection highlights the critical role of media and communication in driving social change and supporting the charitable activities of organizations like Rotary. The forum is expected to attract business leaders and philanthropists from across West Africa.

    Leadership newspaper validated the appointment, quoting the District Governor-elect who said, “Momoh’s leadership in the media space brings a unique perspective to our humanitarian mission.” ThisDay also covered the announcement, noting that the seminar would take place at the Orchid Hotel in Lekki. A Rotary official was quoted saying, “We need leaders who can communicate our vision to a modern, digital audience.”

    Echotitbits take:

    John Momoh’s involvement signifies a growing trend of “Corporate Social Leadership,” where Nigeria’s top business executives are taking more visible roles in civil society. This forum will likely set the tone for how NGOs in Nigeria leverage media partnerships to fundraise and execute projects in the face of dwindling international aid.

    Source: The Punch – https://punchng.com/channels-tv-chairman-headlines-rotary-leadership-forum/, and February 2, 2026

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  • Meta to Host African Creators Summit in Lagos to ‘Trade Swag’

    Meta to Host African Creators Summit in Lagos to ‘Trade Swag’

    According to Businessday NG, Meta is set to host a Pan-African summit in Lagos on January 29, 2026, themed “Building a Sustainable Ecosystem Where Africa Trades Its Swag.” The event aims to equip creators with tools and frameworks to monetize cultural expression.

    The summit frames “SWAG” as an acronym for Sound, Walk, Attire, and Grub—positioning African identity as a market asset in global trends. The Lagos edition is expected to attract creators, tech innovators, and celebrities at the Federal Palace Hotel.

    THISDAYLIVE quoted the convener emphasizing that Africa is increasingly exporting creativity rather than merely consuming global culture. Meta’s statements highlight continued support for creators and their role in driving global impact.

    Echotitbits take: Meta is protecting its African creator moat. By operationalizing “SWAG” as a tradable concept, Meta is giving creators a business lens beyond likes. Expect a spike in Reels that explicitly tag sound/walk/attire/grub as creators try to ride the summit’s algorithmic moment.
    Source: BusinessDay – https://businessday.ng/technology/article/facebook-to-showcase-creator-tools-at-pan-african-summit/ 2026-01-27

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  • Falz and Yemi Alade Shine at 9th AFRIMA Awards in Lagos

    Falz and Yemi Alade Shine at 9th AFRIMA Awards in Lagos

    The 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held in Lagos reportedly delivered a strong Nigerian showing, with Falz doubling as host and performer while Yemi Alade won Best Soundtrack for her work on the Iyanu animated series.

    Punch Newspapers noted that the event celebrated African music diversity with surprise wins for emerging acts. Premium Times also highlighted the significance of Yemi Alade’s soundtrack win as evidence of growing synergy between Nigerian music and global animation platforms.

    Echotitbits take: AFRIMA remains a key platform for legitimizing African music on the continent’s own terms. Falz’s host-performer versatility and Yemi Alade’s move into major soundtrack work reflect a new phase where top Nigerian stars are building multimedia brands beyond radio hits.
    Source: TheNet.ng – https://thenet.ng/falz-shines-as-host-performer-9th-afrima-awards-lagos/ 2026-01-25
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  • Inside the luxury after-party that followed Adekunle Gold’s National Theatre milestone

    Inside the luxury after-party that followed Adekunle Gold’s National Theatre milestone

    According to BellaNaija, The Macallan hosted an exclusive rooftop after-party after Adekunle Gold’s landmark concert at the newly renovated National Theatre (now the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts).

    The feature describes a black-tie Lagos night—DJs, hypemen, and a curated guest list of creatives and tastemakers—built around a premium brand partnership that’s becoming more common in Afrobeats live events.

    The broader storyline is the venue itself: big shows returning to the National Theatre ecosystem, with artists positioning performances as cultural moments, not just concerts.

    • PUNCH reports the concert “sold out within just five days of announcement,” underscoring the scale of the moment. (PUNCH — website)
    • The Macallan’s Instagram reel says it “created the perfect conditions for celebration” following the concert. (The Macallan — Instagram)

    Echotitbits take: This is the blueprint for 2026: brands + culture + premium storytelling. Watch whether more legacy venues and corporate partners chase similar ‘heritage’ collaborations—and whether fans reward experiences that feel elevated (or reject anything that looks too sponsored).

    Source: BellaNaija — January 10, 2026 — https://www.bellanaija.com/2026/01/themacallan-adekunlegold-concert/

    BellaNaija 2026-01-10

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  • Lagos Braces for 9th AFRIMA Awards as Artists and Delegates Arrive in the City

    Lagos Braces for 9th AFRIMA Awards as Artists and Delegates Arrive in the City

    Champion News reports that Lagos is set to host the 9th AFRIMA Awards, with artists and delegates arriving ahead of a concert and the live awards ceremony at Eko Hotels and Suites.

    The Guardian Nigeria also reported that the state is positioning culture and entertainment as a development driver as the event draws visitors, industry executives, and media attention.

    Music In Africa highlighted organisers’ announcement that Falz and Liliane Maroune will host the ceremony, reinforcing the show’s pan-African outlook.

    Echotitbits Take: AFRIMA is still the continent’s big “home-stage” moment. Expect fashion, networking, and a tourism bump for Lagos—plus plenty of storyline fuel heading into global awards season.

    Source: BusinessDay — https://businessday.ng/news/article/top-16-artists-expected-as-lagos-hosts-9th-afrima-awards/ 2026-01-07
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  • AFRIMA names Falz and Liliane Maroune as hosts for 9th edition in Lagos

    AFRIMA names Falz and Liliane Maroune as hosts for 9th edition in Lagos

    As reported by The Guardian Nigeria, AFRIMA has unveiled Nigerian rapper/actor Falz and French-Senegalese media personality Liliane Maroune as hosts of the 9th edition of the awards in Lagos.

    Organisers’ choice signals a deliberate blend of pop-culture reach and pan-African appeal—pairing a Nigerian headline act with a francophone media figure to widen audience reach.

    The announcement reinforces Lagos’ positioning as an African entertainment hub, with awards week typically driving tourism, creative-economy spending, and media visibility.

    Beyond hosting, expectations now shift to nominee lists, performance lineups, and sponsor activation as the event window approaches.

    Punch also confirmed the hosts were “officially unveiled” for the ninth edition. AFRIMA’s official handle likewise announced it had “unveiled its hosts for the 9th Edition.”

    Echotitbits take: Hosting is a branding decision. Watch for lineup reveals, sponsor activation, and whether production quality matches the “global broadcast” promise—AFRIMA’s credibility rises when staging, sound, and timing are world-class.

    Source: The Guardian – https://guardian.ng/art/afrima-unveils-falz-liliane-maroune-as-hosts-of-9th-edition/ January 7, 2026
    The Guardian Nigeria January 7, 2026

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  • Lagos scraps Greater Lagos Fiesta hours to New Year, urges residents to pray

    Lagos scraps Greater Lagos Fiesta hours to New Year, urges residents to pray

    2025-12-31 09:21:00

    Figures cited by PUNCH show the Lagos State Government called off the Greater Lagos Fiesta 2025 scheduled for December 31, directing residents to mark the period with personal prayers for the nation and the state instead.

    The decision was communicated in a statement attributed to the governor’s media team, positioning the cancellation as a shift from mass celebration to reflection and prayer ahead of 2026.

    The annual event is one of Lagos’ flagship end‑of‑year entertainment programmes, so the abrupt cancellation has sparked debate in the city’s creative economy and among residents.

    Vanguard reported that the government “announced the cancellation of the 2025 Greater Lagos Fiesta,” while Guardian Life quoted the statement: “Lagos State Government cancels Greater Lagos Fiesta 2025.”

    Echotitbits take: The optics matter—Lagos is Nigeria’s entertainment capital and the fiesta is a tourism/creative‑economy signal. Watch whether the state replaces the lost economic activity with alternative programmes, and whether security or governance concerns drove the decision.

    Source: The Punch — December 31, 2025 (https://punchng.com/lagos-cancels-greater-lagos-fiesta-2025/)

    The Punch December 31, 2025

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  • AFRIMA Taps Falz and Liliane Maroune to Front Lagos Awards Week

    AFRIMA Taps Falz and Liliane Maroune to Front Lagos Awards Week

    2025-12-30 19:00:00

    In a statement obtained by Punch, AFRIMA named Nigerian rapper‑actor Falz and Moroccan‑Senegalese media personality Liliane Maroune as hosts for the 9th edition of the awards scheduled for Lagos.

    The report said organisers framed the pairing as a blend of youth appeal and pan‑African identity, positioning the event as a multi‑day celebration of African music and creative enterprise.

    The Lagos edition is expected to draw artists, industry executives and media, reinforcing Nigeria’s status as a central hub for Afrobeats and African pop culture.

    AFRIMA’s official announcement praised the hosts’ fit for the ceremony, describing Maroune as adding “elegance, global appeal, and a strong African identity.” National Daily also reported the announcement and confirmed the Lagos schedule window, describing the edition as taking place in Lagos from “January 7 to 11, 2026.”

    Echotitbits take: AFRIMA is both entertainment and cultural diplomacy for Lagos. Watch the sponsor lineup, logistics/security execution, and which categories and artists dominate as Afrobeats keeps building global momentum.

    Source: The Punch — December 30, 2025 (https://punchng.com/falz-moroccan-senegalese-actress-to-host-afrima-awards/)

    The Punch 2025-12-30

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  • Gunna’s Detty December stop signals Lagos’ growing pull on global tours

    Gunna’s Detty December stop signals Lagos’ growing pull on global tours

    Photo Credit: AllHipHop

    2025-12-29

    Reporting by AllHipHop indicates Gunna has added African dates to his WUN World Tour, with Lagos positioned as a headline stop during the Detty December wave.

    The move underscores how Lagos has become a must-hit end-of-year circuit for international acts as festival infrastructure and brand activations expand.

    For fans, the larger signal is clear: Detty December isn’t only local hype anymore—it’s an international booking season.

    Verification

    • Detty December Fest (Official website): “Global hip-hop sensation Gunna hits the stage on 29th December at Ilubirin, Ikoyi.”
    • Culture Custodian (Facebook): “Gunna will be performing live in Lagos on December 29.”

    Echotitbits take: International bookings bring tourism spend, sponsorship dollars, and diaspora travel momentum to Lagos. Watch next for additional global acts announced for the season—and how pricing, venue logistics, and security shape the experience.

    Source: AllHipHop — December 29, 2025 — https://allhiphop.com/news/gunna-brings-wun-world-tour-to-africa/

    AllHipHop
    2025-12-29

  • Omah Lay and Seyi Vibez steal the spotlight at Lagos’ Motherland Festival

    Omah Lay and Seyi Vibez steal the spotlight at Lagos’ Motherland Festival

    Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers
    2025-12-28 07:10:00

    According to Punch Newspapers, the 2025 Motherland Festival in Lagos delivered standout performances led by Omah Lay and Seyi Vibez, with a broader lineup that kept the crowd locked in through the night.

    Other coverage framed the show as a Detty December draw—mixing major Afrobeats acts with a party-heavy Lagos audience that has become a yearly tourism and culture magnet.

    Also noted by The Guardian Nigeria (Website): “Odumodu Blvck, Qing Madi, Seyi Vibez light up First Bank Motherland Festival.” (https://guardian.ng/)

    Separately, Vanguard (Website) reported: “Omah Lay, Seyi Vibez, Odumodublvck… thrill fans at first bank motherland festival.” (https://www.vanguardngr.com/)

    Echotitbits take: Beyond vibes, festivals like this are now serious brand and soft-power infrastructure—tourism, sponsorship money, and diaspora visibility. Watch for the official highlights package, attendance numbers, and which acts leverage this into international bookings.

    Source: Punch Newspapers — December 28, 2025 — https://punchng.com/omah-lay-seyi-vibez-light-up-motherland-festival/

    Punch Newspapers December 28, 2025