The Association of Proprietors of Private Media Establishment of Nigeria (APPMEN) is set to hold the Aso APPMEN/Content Creators 1-Day Conference 2026 in Abuja on Thursday, September 24, with the formal investiture of its Council of Patrons and the unveiling of 25 “The Nigeria We Want” Ambassadors.
The conference, themed “Voice, Vision, Purpose,” will take place at the AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju Hall, VCN, beside the TETFUND Headquarters, Maitama, Abuja.
It will bring together content creators, skit makers, influencers, comedians, journalists, bloggers, media proprietors and digital entrepreneurs from across the country.
A key focus of the conference is the sub-theme,
“Practical Steps to Recover Monies Currently Outstanding, or Services Not Paid For, by Key Global Platforms,” aimed at addressing challenges confronting Nigerian creators over unpaid earnings and services.
Speaking ahead of the event, APPMEN National Coordinator, Chief Precious Enebuse, said the conference was designed to move creators from complaints to practical solutions.
According to him, many Nigerian creators generate significant value for global digital platforms but encounter challenges arising from policies, documentation and inadequate support.
He said the conference would provide participants with practical tools, relevant contacts and pathways for addressing outstanding payments and protecting their businesses.
Council of Patrons
One of the major highlights of the conference will be the formal investiture of the APPMEN Council of Patrons.
The council will be chaired by former Governor of Cross River State, Senator Liyel Imoke, CON, while His Royal Highness, Barr. Joel Sabo Aninge, PhD, MFR, Odyong Nyankpa II, will serve as Grand Patron.
The Emir of Katagum, His Royal Highness Alh. Baba Umar Faruq II, CFR, will serve as National Patron.
The National Advisory Council, chaired by development expert, Dr. Otive Igbuzor, will also be inaugurated during the event.
25 ‘The Nigeria We Want’ Ambassadors
APPMEN will also unveil 25 distinguished Nigerians as “The Nigeria We Want Ambassadors.”
The association said the ambassadors were selected in recognition of their integrity, leadership and contributions to national development.
Among the special guests expected at the conference are the National Chairman of PANDEF, Amb. Dr. Godknows Boladei Igali, OON, as Chairman of Occasion; the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, as Chief Guest of Honour; and the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communication Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, as Special Guest ofm Honour.
The Royal Father of the Day is His Royal Majesty Igwe Denis Okafor Ezeaniokaosisi II of Ovuria Kingdom.
The conference is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m.
Attendance is open, although participants have been advised to arrive early due to limited seating.
For enquiries, participation and partnership, organisers provided the following contacts: 08033 644 343, 08020 505 121, 08050 202 443, and appmen.ng@gmail.com.
