ActiFate Symposium 2022: Conversations That Shaped Osogbo’s Creative and Digital Future
The ActiFate Symposium 2022 held on June 30th, 2022, at Opolo Innovation Hub, Osogbo, gathered young creatives, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across Osun State to explore the evolving intersections of media, technology, and enterprise.
From the vibrant atmosphere to the thought-provoking sessions, the event delivered a rare blend of learning, networking, and inspiration. With this year’s focus on digital innovation and creative enterprise in emerging cities, participants experienced fresh insights on how creativity, technology, and collaboration can drive social and economic impact within Osun’s growing ecosystem.
The symposium featured a dynamic lineup of panelists whose conversations sparked deep reflections and practical takeaways. Makinde Azeez (Founder, Naijaloaded.com.ng) shared on digital consistency and content monetization; Taiwo Adeyemi (CEO, Boxx Culture) unpacked the business of creative direction; and Adediran Adekunle David (Dr Bengu) kept the audience engaged with humour and perspective from entertainment and media.
Other panelists including Adeyemi Sunday Pedro (HOD Media), Olatunde Oluwaseyi Victor (Vilan Media Agency), Adetayo Ayorinde (Creative Goshen), Ezekiel Onome Adarighofua (Showglass Media), Opoola Stephen (Design by The Mithorpe), Owolabi Seyi Samuel (PSV Band Official), and Oyewale Oyesiji (DoroMecho) all contributed unique insights spanning design, branding, innovation, and the future of creative entrepreneurship.
Beyond discussions, the event offered participants a hands-on introduction to the TechForward Hackathon 2022 — a side initiative focused on building digital solutions that support Osun’s creative and agricultural development goals. The hackathon brought together young tech enthusiasts working on prototypes and ideas tailored to strengthen local enterprise.
This year’s edition was powered by ActiFate Africa in partnership with Opolo Innovation Hub, HOD Media, Vilan Media Agency, and Creative Goshen — with the shared mission to connect Osun’s youth with opportunity, innovation, and growth.
As attendees departed, one sentiment was clear: the conversations had only just begun. The ActiFate Symposium continues to stand as a platform for inspiration and practical collaboration in the heart of Osogbo.
Stay tuned for our next feature on the TechForward Hackathon 2022, where we’ll spotlight the innovators, judges, and solutions that emerged from this groundbreaking challenge.