The flagship creative-industry summit, NECLive 2025, is set to light up Lagos on Friday, 28 November 2025, under the theme “Powering Africa Through Creative Enterprise.” The venue for the year is the respected Landmark Events Centre, a come-back to a staple location for West Africa’s foremost entertainment conference.
NECLive is more than a conference, it’s West Africa’s largest annual gathering uniting creators, innovators, media executives, performers, and investors across music, film, digital media, advertising, and tech. Since 2013, it has helped shape the trajectory of the continent’s creative industries.
What to Expect at NECLive 2025
- Keynotes & Panel Discussions: Industry heavyweights such as Steve Babaeko, A’isha Umar Mumuni (MTN), and execs from top media firms will lead sessions on building infrastructure, scaling creative businesses, and accessing global markets.
- Workshops & Masterclasses: Practical sessions in branding, content creation, storytelling, monetization, digital strategy, and more, perfect for emerging artists and industry hopefuls.
- Live Performances & Red-Carpet Moments: Expect music, entertainment, and showcase events featuring top talents, blending creativity with celebration.
Networking, Deals & Partnerships: With NECLive’s history of enabling collaborations and business deals, this year is poised to generate more opportunities across the creative ecosystem.
Why NECLive 2025 Matters
In a rapidly globalizing entertainment world, where Afrobeats, Nollywood, African cinema, and digital content are gaining worldwide traction, NECLive represents a critical junction: creativity meets commerce. Under this year’s theme, the conference intends to transform Africa’s cultural momentum into sustainable economic growth.
As more African creators, studios, and entrepreneurs seek to scale, platforms like NECLive offer knowledge, exposure, and partnerships necessary for long-term growth. It’s where local talent meets global ambition.
Why You Should Be There
If you’re a creator, artist, filmmaker, writer, musician, content-maker, or simply passionate about Africa’s creative future, NECLive 2025 is a must. It’s a chance to learn, connect, grow, and be part of the conversation shaping African entertainment and culture in 2026 and beyond.
Don’t be the one watching from outside, this is where tomorrow’s stories and collaborations begin.
Will you be attending? Who would you like to hear from or meet? Drop your thoughts below and let’s talk.