QEDNG to host summit on Nigeria’s creative economy

QEDNG, an online newspaper published by Mighty Media Plus Network Limited, has announced the launch of its ‘creative powerhouse summit’, scheduled for August 12 at Radisson Blu Hotel in Lagos.

In a statement on Thursday, Olumide Iyanda, founder of Mighty Media, said the summit is themed, ‘Financing as Catalysts for a Thriving Creative Economy’.

Iyanda said the event will assemble a diverse group of stakeholders, including industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and emerging talents, to discuss strategies for accelerating growth in Nigeria’s creative sector.

“At QEDNG, we are committed to fostering creativity, credible journalism, and human capital development. This summit serves as a platform to address critical challenges and unlock the vast potential of Nigeria’s creative economy,” he said.

“Nigeria’s creative sector, comprising film, music, art, fashion, advertising and digital media, contributes significantly to the country’s GDP and cultural identity. However, it faces barriers such as limited funding, technological deficits, and sustainability issues.

“The summit will tackle these challenges by exploring innovative funding solutions, fostering partnerships between creatives and investors, and providing tools for effective financial management. It will also serve as a space for collaboration between creatives, industry leaders, and policymakers to drive sustainable growth.

“The event is open to a wide range of participants, including artists, filmmakers, musicians, designers, academics, and financial institutions. It promises to provide attendees with valuable insights and opportunities to build meaningful connections within the industry.”

Iyanda said the summit is a strategic initiative to advance the creative economy.

The media founder said the conference is designed to bridge gaps, provide resources, and empower stakeholders to drive transformative change, aligning with “QEDNG’s mission to support Nigeria’s cultural and economic development”.

He added that his company continues to promote Nigerian culture, creativity and public affairs, aiming to shape the country’s creative economy through the summit.