Africa’s top tech builders and changemakers converge at TEDxAjegunle 2025 to shape the future of the next generation

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Douglas Kendyson, Misturah Owolabi, Dayo Oloyede, Victor Fatanmi, Harri Obi, and others lead keynotes, panels, scholarships, and digital programs designed to empower attendees.

On November 28, 2025, Ajegunle will host the third edition of TEDxAjegunle, welcoming over 500 participants to a day of powerful talks, networking, and community-driven innovation.

Themed “Beyond Boundaries: Where Limits Become Launchpads,” this year’s event will explore how Africa’s next generation of leaders are transforming constraints into global success stories. Collectively, the lineup of speakers has impacted more than 1.5 million Africans through technology and business cultural initiatives.

About TEDxAjegunle

TEDxAjegunle is an independently organized TEDx event that brings the globally recognized TED experience to one of Lagos’s most vibrant and resourceful communities. Through the power of ideas worth spreading, TEDxAjegunle creates a platform where local voices meet global audiences, fostering innovation, creativity, and positive change.

The Visionary Behind the Movement

Leading this transformative initiative is Adetutu Daniele, whose passion for community empowerment and grassroots innovation drives the TEDxAjegunle vision.

“Ajegunle has always been known for its resilience and creativity,” said Adetutu Daniele, Lead Organizer of TEDxAjegunle. “With TEDxAjegunle, we are creating a platform that celebrates that spirit while connecting our local voices to a global audience. This event is about sparking new possibilities and showing young people that their ideas truly matter.”

Building on the success of past editions, the organizing team aims to inspire residents to turn hope into tangible action, creating ripple effects that extend far beyond the event itself.

A Day of Transformation: What to Expect

TEDxAjegunle 2025 promises an immersive experience featuring:

Keynote Speeches from breakthrough thinkers who’ve transformed limitations into launching pads for success
Panel Session bringing together diverse voices to explore critical topics in innovation and community development
Fire Side Chat offering intimate conversations with change-makers and industry leaders
Digital/Tech Scholarship Opportunities connecting young innovators with educational pathways and career advancement
Creative Performances that blend local culture with global innovation
Networking Opportunities connecting thought leaders, creatives, students, and professionals
Interactive Sessions designed to spark collaboration and new possibilities
Professional Headshot giving attendees polished portraits to boost their personal brands and professional profiles.

Speaker Lineup

The 2025 lineup features some of Africa’s most exciting innovators and storytellers:

Keynote Speakers:

Douglas Kendyson (CEO, Selar) – Facilitated $10M+ in payouts to 1.5M African creators.
Misturah Owolabi (Founder, Misty Glam) – Part of the creative team behind Nigeria’s first Cannes Lion award.
Victor Fatanmi (CEO, FourthCanvas) – Winner of The Future Awards Prize for Technology (2023).
Harrison “Harri” Obi (Co-lead, Superteam) – Blockchain strategist with experience from top-5 global cryptocurrency exchanges.
Kunle Olabode (Creative Director, APEX by PK) – Leading cross-continental design and branding projects.
Orifunke Lawal (Founder, Lady with Balls) – Empowering 300+ women through her grassroots network.
Cracky Brown (CEO, Cloudde) – Working at the intersection of structure, strategy, and execution.
Oti Egwu (Chief Advisor, Bloomwit) – Crafted campaigns for Mastercard, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and other global brands.
Olagoke Balogun (Founder/CEO, So FreshNg) – Pioneering healthy-food retail chain transforming how Nigerians access fresh, nutritious meals.

Panelists:

Julius Ilori (Co-founder, Learners Corner) – Addressed the UN General Assembly as a 2023 Mandela Washington Fellow.
Israel Ladi Ogunseye (Marketing & Growth Strategist) – Driving growth at the intersection of marketing, tech & culture
Gertrude Umeh (Founder, Revenue Nerd) – Revolutionizing tech sales education across Africa.

Fireside Chat:

Temidayo Oloyede (CEO, Edala Homes) – Real estate innovator shaping high-performing real estate projects across Nigeria.

Explore Full Speaker Profiles Here.

Repositioning the Narrative

Since its inception, TEDxAjegunle has been committed to repositioning the narrative of Ajegunle by spotlighting grassroots brilliance and breakthrough ideas. Building on past editions, the 2025 event will:

Reinforce the visibility of local innovation
Create dynamic spaces for tech, art, and storytelling
Foster meaningful partnerships across corporate, nonprofit, and grassroots ecosystems
Demonstrate how community-driven solutions can address global challenges

Partnership and Sponsorship Opportunities

TEDxAjegunle 2025 presents unique opportunities for organizations seeking to align with authentic grassroots innovation and community transformation. Partners will gain access to a passionate audience of emerging leaders, creative professionals, and social entrepreneurs who represent the future of African innovation.

Strategic Partners and Sponsors already supporting this transformative event include Selar, Edala Homes, Bloomwit, PairEdge, The Condia, Project 3:16 Metro, Landmark Africa Foundation, 4Herfrika, ReelFruit and Lily Finance. These forward-thinking organizations recognize the power of investing in grassroots innovation and community-driven change.

Event Details & Media Opportunities

Date: November 28, 2025
Location: Ajegunle, Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria
Expected Attendance: 500 participants

Media Opportunities:

Pre-event interviews with speakers and organizing team available October 15-November 25
Live event coverage and real-time interviews
Post-event follow-up interviews with organizers and attendees