Afolasade Samagbeyi
Afolasade is a seasoned multimedia personality with over 5 years of experience in the media industry. Her personal mission is to leverage the power of media to solve social problems, which she has been doing with great success. As a digital media specialist, Afolasade has practical expertise in content curation and designing/developing contextually relevant content for various media channels, including TV, radio, podcasts, websites, and social media platforms.
She is passionate about digital media, innovation, and the transformative potential of technology in education and entertainment. Her work involves using data analytics and research to design marketing communications and informational campaigns that cater to stakeholders’ needs and help people access, connect, learn, play, and be entertained. She has worked across a wide array of media, including social media, web, TV, and radio.
In addition to her expertise in multimedia, Afolasade is also skilled in production work and television commercials. She has collaborated with various organizations, including Premier Cool, for whom she worked on their “Blue Room Banters” show.
Afolasade excels in public speaking, event hosting, and being in front of a camera. Whether it is hosting corporate events, being on a red carpet, or engaging in conversations with thought leaders, she has a natural flair for communication and presentation. Her ability to connect with audiences and deliver engaging content makes her a skilled public speaker and event host.
Afolasade worked as a digital marketer and social media manager at News Central TV, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. During her time there, she excelled in various positions, including studio technical operator, which required close communication and engagement with presenters, contributors, and studio guests, including musicians, label managers, artists, and entertainers. She developed excellent relationships and invaluable contacts with key personnel in the media/music/movies landscape in Lagos and an extensive community of entertainers and change innovators within Nigeria.
Afolasade is not only a seasoned multimedia personality but also the executive producer and host of one of the most significant talk shows in Africa, called “Exclusives with Afolasade.” Through this show, she engages in conversations with thought leaders and industry experts from different sectors, providing a platform for insightful discussions on various topics.
In addition, she works as a freelance digital and social media specialist, managing her own YouTube channel and helping individuals and brands manage their social media channels effectively. Her services include scriptwriting, creating contents that resonates with key audiences and inspires engagement, building a subscriber following, and staying connected with their base.
Afolasade currently holds the position of Nigerian editor at Ayoba, a pan-African organization with over 20 million users.
''Through loss, I discovered purpose and strength. With courage and resilience, I live each day intentionally. My dad would be proud.''
"Since knowing Afolasade
Afolasade is that go-getter who would go all the way to see her dreams come true.
She’s very passionate about media, highly innovative and full of excellence. All these are evident on her shows and programs.
She’s a positive influence with a perfect blend of determination and hard work.
I’m a Big Fan"
