The Electronic Media Content Owners Association of Nigeria (EMCOAN) has officially announced the fifth edition of the Nigerian Electronic Media Content Exhibition and Awards (NEMCEA 2026).
Scheduled to take place on September 2nd and 3rd at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, this milestone edition will tackle the financial sustainability of the creative sector under the central theme, “The Creator’s Economy – Elevate Your Craft, Secure Your Future.”
As the digital landscape evolves, the need to bridge the gap between creative passion and commercial viability has become paramount. This year’s theme is specifically designed to equip content creators, producers, and media executives with the tools required to monetize their craft effectively.
Listed and expected to speak at different forum at NEMCEA 2026 including at the Director General’s Roundtable are (1) Mr. Charles Ebuebu, Director General, National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), (2) Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, Director General, Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), (3) Dr. Lanre Isaac Onilu, Director General, National Orientation Agency (NOA), (4) Comrade Salihu Abdullahi Dembos, Director General, Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), (5) Dr. Mohammed Bulama, Director-General, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN). (6) Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, Managing Director, Nigeria Communication Satellite Ltd. (NIGCOMSAT), (7) Mr. Jibrin Baba Ndace, Director-General, Voice of Nigeria (VON),(8) Dr. John O. Asein, Director-General, Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) amidst others.
Also, joining the discourse as a Speaker is media maestro Mr. Yinka Adebayo, Group Executive Director at Omnicom Media Group (Mediareach OMD), who will bring his wealth of experience in media buying, brand building, and advertising dynamics to the fore.
Highlighting the economic significance of the event, Mr. Adeniji Omirin, President of EMCOAN, stated, “The creative industry is no longer just a hobby; it is a critical driver of Nigeria’s GDP. At NEMCEA 2026, our focus is to shift the narrative from mere content creation to sustainable wealth creation. We want our creators to not only elevate their artistic output but to robustly secure their financial future in an unpredictable market.”
In a major boost to the event’s prestige, the Standard Insurance Consultants Ltd. has joined NEMCEA 2026 as a new Sponsoring Partner.
Their entry underscores the growing interest of the financial and corporate sectors in de-risking and investing in the creative economy. Standard Insurance Consultants Ltd. joins a powerhouse lineup of returning partners, including Zee World, LAPO Microfinance Bank, Algorithm Media, Mediareach OMD, Maxi Media, and Acuity Plus Media.
President, EMCOAN
The event also enjoys steadfast institutional backing from key regulatory and public broadcasting bodies, including the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), National Orientation Agency (NOA), National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Voice of Nigeria (VON), MIPAN, BON, AAAN, ADVAN and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN). This collective alignment ensures that policy, regulation, and business match the pace of creative innovation.
NEMCEA 2026 Project Director
Reflecting on the event’s preparation, Mr. Alayande Stephen T., NEMCEA 2026 Project Director, remarked “For five years, NEMCEA has been the definitive marketplace for media content in Nigeria and by extension in Africa. With the addition of Standard Insurance Consultants Ltd. alongside our long-standing partners, we are building a more resilient ecosystem. Attendees should expect high-level master-classes, vibrant content exhibitions, networking opportunities that will translate directly into business growth and an industry award night like never before.” he concluded.
NEMCEA is an initiative of Electronic Media Content Owners Association of Nigeria (EMCOAN).
