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Azny Platinum Theater
2 Louis Drive Off Abacha Road
Port Harcourt, Rivers, 500102
Nigeria

Benny Odumu Ebinipere

Ebinipere Benny Odumu is a creative Nigerian, who has inspired and carved out a niche for himself in the branding, designing and printing business beyond borders, helping businesses and creative individuals standout in their creative endeavour, He’s the lead facilitator of the OpenArtInitiative a movement that has impacted more than 8,000 youth across Nigeria both online and offline. A branding identity designer with more than a decade of experience, He has worked “behind the scene” for top businesses and brands across the country and beyond, He’s a dynamic thinker and a result oriented personality. He is currently the brand manager of THE MASTARS CREATION in Nigeria, a printing and branding company located in the city of Port Harcourt in Rivers State. He’s holding key position in some private sectors in Nigeria both in the entertainment, Government and other parastatals as a forward and creative thinking individual with vast knowledge in printing, branding and designing. Ebinipere Benny Odumu hails from the glory of all land “Bayelsa State” but lives in a borderless world that enables him to be touring the 36 States of Nigeria giving BACK to society free one month digital and cutting edge skills to youth across Nigeria. He is the Founder of GraphicsMIND, a design hub in the city of Port Harcourt, existing since 2005 and still running daily, also the creative director behind Art:cles, truly Benny is a creative personality with proven track record, he’s a person of less talk and more actions with 100% records. He’s a positive influence to our coming generation.

CHIZI WIGODO

Chizi is a seasoned and licensed legal practitioner (LL.B, University of Jos, B.L Nigeria Law School, Kano Campus) and holds a MBA from the Universidad Europea, Madrid, Spain and currently pursuing an Executive Masters in Business Leadership Development in Rome Business School. He has served on several Real Estate firms and boards and is a member of various professional bodies. He has maintained a clean slate through professionalism and has built trust throughout his carrier journey. With a handful of years of experience and passion for Real Estate sector he began the journey of building dreams and making real estate investment accessible for clients. He is also founder of Roch Place ventures, Ziminefield Limited and Living Architecture Limited; his now endeavour that has brought to contribute his quota to the teaming demand of housing in Nigeria each client at a time.

DANIEL OKWARA

My name is Daniel Okwara, an aircraft Pilot and a Professional Printer, I sale printing equipment, plastic recycling machines and many more, in the city of Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Since 1999, I have being in the business of all kinds of printing and I have helped so many companies to set up their printing establishment such as EMENY DIGITA, DASUK NIG. LTD., BLACK SUGAR INCORPORATED. etc. I am married to Mrs. Glory and we are blessed with three guys. Welcome onboard.

HILDA DOKUBO

Hilda Dokubo is a Nigerian actress, social activist, motivational speaker, Edupreneur, creativepreneur and entrepreneur who has made a significant impact in the Nigerian entertainment industry and beyond. Born on October 22, 1969, in Buguma, Rivers State, Nigeria, she began her acting career in the early 1990s and has since risen to prominence as one of the most talented and versatile actresses in Nigeria. Dokubo's acting career spans over three decades, during which she has appeared in numerous Nigerian movies and TV shows. Her performances have earned her critical acclaim and several awards, including the Best Actress in a Leading Role award at the 2002 Africa Movie Academy Awards. Known for her ability to portray a wide range of characters with depth and authenticity, Dokubo has captivated audiences with her powerful and emotive performances. In addition to her success in acting, Dokubo is also a passionate social activist dedicated to promoting women's rights and advocating for gender equality in Nigeria. She has been actively involved in various projects and initiatives aimed at empowering women and addressing issues such as gender-based violence, access to education, and economic empowerment. Through her advocacy work, Dokubo has been a vocal and influential voice for women's rights in Nigeria. One of the key pillars of Dokubo's activism is her commitment to supporting and uplifting women and children in need. She is the founder of the Hilda Dokubo Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides support and resources to disadvantaged individuals in Nigeria. Through her foundation, Dokubo has been able to make a positive impact on the lives of many women and children, helping them access education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Dokubo's dedication to social causes extends beyond her foundation, as she has also been involved in various advocacy campaigns and initiatives aimed at raising awareness about important social issues. She has spoken out against domestic violence, child marriage, and other forms of gender-based discrimination, using her platform to amplify the voices of marginalized communities and drive positive change in Nigerian society. In addition to her work as an actress and activist, Dokubo is also a successful entrepreneur with interests in various business ventures. She owns and operates a successful beauty salon and skincare line, leveraging her entrepreneurial skills to create opportunities for herself and others. Through her business ventures, Dokubo has demonstrated her ability to excel not only in the entertainment industry but also in the world of business. Throughout her career, Dokubo has shown a remarkable ability to balance her artistic pursuits with her social and entrepreneurial endeavors. Her dedication to using her platform for positive change and her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others have earned her respect and admiration from fans and colleagues alike. She is widely regarded as a role model for aspiring actors, activists, and entrepreneurs in Nigeria and beyond. In conclusion, Hilda Dokubo is a multifaceted talent whose passion for acting, advocacy, and entrepreneurship has made her a leading figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Her talent, tenacity, and dedication to social causes have set her apart as a force for positive change, inspiring others to follow in her footsteps and make a difference in their communities. With her continued impact and influence, Dokubo's legacy is sure to endure for years to come.

JOJO FALANI

Jojofalani, born and bred in the city of Port Harcourt is a multimedia entrepreneur and pro content creator popular for his street karaoke and trivia in Higher institutions. #BoyWithTheMic as he's fondly called is an alumnus of Rivers State University from the department of computer science. His creative fusion of entertainment and education makes him stand out in the industry as he cuts across vast demography, garnering over 3.5M followers across his social media platforms one of the few YouTubers in Port Harcourt to hit 100k subscriber milestone, hence getting the YouTube silver award plaque Jojofalani is a native of Buguma in Rivers State.

KINGSLEY IME

Kingsley Ime is a Success Coach, an Inspirational Speaker & a Business Development consultant. He is a highly sought after inspirational speaker & an astute Dynamic corporate Trainer. He helps guide & coach individuals that are afraid & confused on ways to start their own profitable Businesses & Achieve Success in Life & Career He also helps businesses organizations to experience exponential growth in market penetration, Customer traction, sales & organizational performance. These he does to both individuals & organizations to maximize profit & success within a predictable time through coaching & consulting. He has been trained by the U. S. CONSULATE TO NIGERIA on helping entrepreneurs start their own businesses. He is a graduate of Business Admin & Management. A member of Young African Leaders Network ( YALI Network) He holds an Advance Diploma in Leadership & Organizational Management from Daystar Leadership Academy An Alumni of FATE FOUNDATION (Business Training School for Entrepreneurs). He is the Convener of THE ACHIEVERS CONFERENCE; capacity building conference held in several states in Nigeria with thousands of participants. He is also the founder of Business Incubators Network a business support community that has helped trained hundreds of entrepreneurs since inception He is the CEO of Kingspire Resources; a Business Development consulting Company He has been featured in several Radio stations on different business talk shows eg 95.9 cool FM, 89.9fm Garden City Radio, 97.7 love FM etc. He is an author of two amazing books Start Small Sell Out & Wants to Make Profit? He has received numerous awards including the following; Best honourable mention in the Economic & Finance Committee at the International Youth Diplomacy Conference (IYDC) under Model United Nations simulation conference, International Youth Awards for Nation Building from Jamie Pajoel International, Best Motivational Speaker Diobu, Transformers Awards, etc.

MY ACE CHINA

My-Ace China has been in business for the past 25 years and in the Real Estate space for the last 4 years. He brought the experience of 21 years across other industries into the Real Estate space as a success strategist and has had tremendous achievements in a short while. He was the Real Estate success strategy for Lifestyle Hub and took the company from a 5 million Naira initial valuation in 2018 to about 2.5 billion Naira by 2022. He was the highest salesperson in the company: the social funding champion and the only person that qualified six homeowners for a 150 million duplex with a subscription of four million and 16 million Naira. All of that and more in four short years! So he has a track record for real estate value addition and Sales and marketing. The Mayor Of Housing™, as a registered trademark was named the Port Harcourt king of Housing in 2021 and is currently one of the top four brands in Port Harcourt for the DMOMA Awards nomination 2022 where it’s most likely to win the Port Harcourt brand of the year! …cos the Mayor of Housing DON’T SELL HOUSES; WE SELL VALUE

NTEIRO CORNELIUS

NTEIRO CORNELIUS AKA Africa Landlord is a serial entrepreneur with a ten year business experience in both the real estate and media industry. He’s the MD Xandoni Realty Limited (A real estate development and management company), CEO Heirmpire Nigeria Limited ( Private investors Network), CEO Kohlors limited (A media design, creation, management, and communication firm), Founder Lapid Nigeria ( Land and properties investigation department of Nigeria). IT professional, Speaker, Leader and investor.

SAMUEL DIXON

SAMUEL DIXON is a social entrepreneur, musician, public speaker, trainer, life and personal development coach. He is a graduate of Gas Engineering from The University of Port Harcourt. He has been at the forefront of bridging the value gaps in young people, helping them to discover their potential, connect with it and ultimately find fulfilment in their chosen field while impacting their world positively. He is a climate Justice advocate with Linc Green Prospects, He is the co-mentor of RYPEN(Reset Young Persons Network) an NGO involved in coaching underprivileged teens and young adults on leadership and other life skills. He is also the CEO of Kadosh House Nigeria, a media and digital marketing hub and MagnateLife Nexus a real estate and construction firm. sits on the board of few organisations. He is a Lover of God and a Preacher of God's grace above all.