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12 Powerful Speeches, Networking, Entertainment! TEDxLagos 2018 was focused on Spotlighting Africa & its People
TEDxLagos brought together Africans from different walks of life to Muson Centre, Onikan on Saturday, August 18th, 2018 for a day of deep insight, talks, networking and so much more.
The event which was themed ‘Spotlight’ and anchored by Ace Comedian, Bovi and Founder, BellaNaija, Uche Pedro featured 12 speakers and 2 performers ranging from a Historian, to a Cultural Entrepreneur, Disability Advocates, Media Personality, Health Advocate amongst others.
TEDxLagos – Changing the African Narrative, Spotlighting its people
Speakers included Olasupo Shasore, Clare Omatseye, and Tokini Peterside while there were performances by guitarist Femi Leye and the Dreamcatchers Dance Academy. It was indeed a day filled with inspiration and passion.
TEDxLagos – Changing the African Narrative, Spotlighting its people
TEDxLagos – Changing the African Narrative, Spotlighting its people
A standing ovation greeted Tope Okupe who spoke on building structures with disabled people in mind. James George shared futuristic plans that could help transform the architectural landscape in Nigeria and Olubankole Wellington emphasized the need for us to take action and fix the Nation.
TEDxLagos – Changing the African Narrative, Spotlighting its people
The foyer of the Agip Hall at Muson Centre was transformed into an exhibition area/simulcast lounge and this served as a means of engaging the audience alongside the outdoor activity areas and workshops organized by Skoll Foundation and Union Bank. The event was brought to a close with a Networking Cocktail by Johnnie Walker.
TEDxLagos – Changing the African Narrative, Spotlighting its people
TEDxLagos – Changing the African Narrative, Spotlighting its people
TEDxLagos was brought to you in partnership with Union Bank, BellaNaija, Skoll Foundation, DottsMediaHouse, Penzaarville, Businessday, Cinematics, Vanguard, and Guardian.
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Bellanaija is a media partner for TEDxLagos 2018
