New Media Conference

The New Media Conference (NMC) — is Africa’s leading platform advancing conversations around digital media, marketing, technology, and innovation. Since 2015, we've brought together industry leaders, creators, entrepreneurs, and students to explore trends, spark innovation, and push the boundaries of what's possible in the digital age.

New Media Conference
Africa’s premier platform for shaping the digital future.

Since its inception in 2015, NMC has served as a powerful forum for accelerating digital transformation in Nigeria and across the continent. Each year, the conference brings together industry leaders, policy-makers, creatives, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, students, and influencers from across Africa and beyond.

The mission is to ignite conversations that spark change, foster innovation, and elevate standards in digital marketing, technology, advertising, content creation, and the arts.

2025 THEME:
A decade of disruptors

Happening in 3 CitiesLagos, Accra and Nairobi.

DATE: LAGOS EDITION
Saturday, September 27, 2025

Why the New Media Conference Matters

As digital technology becomes a central force across industries, staying ahead of trends and tools is no longer optional — it's essential. The New Media Conference is the meeting ground where digital culture, emerging tech, and business collide. Whether you're building a startup, managing a brand, shaping media policy, or creating content, NMC equips you with the knowledge, network, and perspective to lead with confidence.

Media Partners and Sponsors

New Media Conference thrives through the invaluable support of partners and sponsors who believe in the power of digital transformation across Africa. From global tech leaders to homegrown brands, these organizations help us create experiences, open opportunities, and shape future conversations in the media and digital economy space.

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The Convener
Oluwatosin Ajibade

A trailblazer in Africa’s digital media space, Oluwatosin Ajibade is the founder of OloriSuperGal and convener of the New Media Conference. Her work bridges storytelling, technology, and empowerment — creating platforms that spotlight young talent, shift narratives, and shape the future of digital culture.

Some of our Past Sponsors and Partners

From Google to Microsoft and some of Africa's biggest companies to startups, media outlets and more.

The Convener
Oluwatosin Ajibade

A trailblazer in Africa’s digital media space, Oluwatosin Ajibade is the founder of OloriSuperGal and convener of the New Media Conference. Her work bridges storytelling, technology, and empowerment — creating platforms that spotlight young talent, shift narratives, and shape the future of digital culture.

Impact Since 2015

NMC has consistently raised the bar for digital conversations on the continent. With speakers and attendees from top organizations like Google, CNN, Samsung, and Chocolate City, the conference has impacted thousands of lives and helped shape the professional journeys of countless digital talents.

Past speakers include: The best of the best.

Larry Madowo

CNN Africa

Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade

Google Africa

Stephanie Busari

CNN Senior Editor, Africa

Osagie Alonge

Data Expert

Fela Durotoye

Leadership Consultant

Subomi Plumptre

Subomi Plumptre Inc.

Ameyaw Debrah

Media Entrepreneur, Ghana

John Obidi

Founder, Headstart Africa

M.I. Abaga

Rapper & Creative Entrepreneur

Aibee Abidoye

Executive Vice-President Chocolate City Group

Wana Udobang

Poet & Journalist

Tolu Ogunlesi

Journalist & Poet

NMC IS OPEN TO

Whether you’re an expert or just starting out in new media, NMC offers a place to learn, engage, and transform your perspective.

Testimonials

The New Media Conference in 2022 was a game-changer for me. I left inspired and equipped with practical tips to grow my brand. The session on ‘Virality on Content Creation’ was particularly insightful. I’ve seen a visible increase in my audience engagement since applying the strategies shared at the conference by the experts on the panel.
Tobi Ogundare
Content Creator

What stood out for me was the mix of industry leaders and everyday creatives. It wasn’t all buzzwords — it was real talk about real challenges, and how to grow through them.

Salma Yakubu

Digital Content Creator

It wasn’t just another conference — it felt like a room full of people who get it. The networking alone was worth the ticket, and I left with three collaboration opportunities.

Chiamaka O.

Creative Director

“Attending the New Media Conference gave me clarity on how to position myself in a crowded digital space. The breakout session on storytelling was gold — I literally revamped my brand strategy the next week.”

Efe M.

Brand Strategist

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