NEMCEA sets agenda for independent content creators

Nigerian Electronic Media Content Exhibition and Awards (NEMCEA) returns to Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos for its 5th edition from September 2-3, 2026, with a theme that hits at the heart of the modern creative hustle: ‘The Creator’s Economy – Elevate Your Craft, Secure Your Future.’

This year’s edition of NEMCEA, an initiative of Electronic Media Content Owners Association of Nigeria (EMCOAN), aims to demystify the business of storytelling, as content creators often struggle to transition from viral moments to sustainable businesses.

Speaking at different forum of the event, including the Director General’s Roundtable, are Mr. Charles Ebuebu, Director General, National Broadcasting Commission (NBC); Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, Director General, Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON); Dr. Lanre Isaac Onilu, Director General, National Orientation Agency (NOA); Comrade Salihu Abdullahi Dembos, Director General, Nigerian Television Authority (NTA); and Dr. Mohammed Bulama, Director General, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN).

Others include Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, Managing Director, Nigeria Communication Satellite Ltd  (NIGCOMSAT), Mr. Jibrin Baba Ndace, Director General, Voice of Nigeria (VON); and Dr. John O. Asein, Director-General, Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC).   

Advertising and media expert, Mr. Yinka Adebayo, Group Executive Director, Omnicom Media Group (Mediareach OMD), will also be part of the speakers, sharing invaluable insights on how creators can elevate their content quality to meet international standards and attract global monetization.

Emphasizing the creative-first approach of this edition, Mr. Adeniji Omirin, EMCOAN President, noted that the digital age has democratised content creation, but it has also made it highly competitive.

“Creators need more than just talent; they need structure. NEMCEA 2026 is about giving the everyday creator the blueprints to protect their intellectual property, improve their production values, and build businesses that outlive algorithms,” he said.

To help creators navigate the financial realities of their craft, NEMCEA has expanded its alliance by welcoming Standard Insurance Consultants Ltd. as a new sponsoring partner. This partnership introduces vital conversations around asset protection and risk management for production houses, joining existing strategic partners like Zee World, LAPO Microfinance Bank, Algorithm Media, Mediareach OMD, Maxi Media, and Acuity Plus Media etc.

Furthermore, the presence of major industry regulators, strategic partners and public broadcasters like NBC, ARCON, NOA, NCAC, NTA, VON, MIPAN, BON, AAAN, ADVAN, NCAA and FRCN ensures that independent creators/producers have direct access to policy-makers.

This interaction is designed to foster a better understanding of broadcasting codes, advertising regulations and cultural preservation in content creation.

NEMCEA 2026 Project Director, Mr. Alayande Stephen, urged creators not to miss the fifth edition.

“We have tailored this 5th edition to be intensely practical. From the exhibition floors where content is bought and sold, to the masterclasses, to the conference featuring different industry experts, everything is geared toward the creator. With the support of our incredible partners, we are creating an environment where a single connection can change the trajectory of a creator’s career,” he averred.