Ilechukwu Listed Among Top Nigerian Marketing Experts and Influential Speakers

Nigerian marketing consultants and global speakers are setting new standards across industries, impacting digital marketing, brand strategy, and business transformation worldwide. Here’s a look at some of the most prominent names making a difference:

Fela Durotoye

Fela Durotoye, an alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University, is one of Nigeria’s most respected voices in leadership training and motivational speaking. Known for his work in leadership development, nation building, and corporate transformation, he is the founder of the Gemstone Group, which focuses on inspiring and training individuals to be transformative leaders in various sectors. Durotoye’s extensive experience has made him a highly soughtafter speaker across Africa, sharing stages at TEDx events and conferences worldwide, including notable engagements in the UK and the United States. His impact on national and organizational transformation has cemented his reputation as a thought leader, empowering the next generation of African leaders to drive meaningful change.

Omilola Oshikoya

Omilola Oshikoya, a former investment banker, transitioned to become Africa’s first “wealth coach,” channeling her expertise into financial empowerment and purposeful living. She left the banking world to focus on educating Africans on personal finance and wealth creation through her brand, Omilola Oshikoya International. Her “Do It Afraid” initiative has become an inspiring movement, encouraging individuals to conquer fear and pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Oshikoya has provided financial guidance to major banks and corporations across Africa, making her a trusted figure in wealth management. She is also a widely respected speaker, having been featured on CNN, Forbes, and BBC, where she shares her insights on building sustainable financial independence.

Golibe Ilechukwu

Golibe Ilechukwu has made a name for himself as a marketing strategist, digital transformation expert, and youth empowerment advocate. As the founder of Sales School Africa, Ilechukwu has inspired thousands of young Africans to pursue freelance careers, helping businesses collectively generate over $10 million in sales. He is also a TEDx speaker and sits on the Brand Advisory Board of the fintech company TELA, lending his expertise to foster innovative business models. His impactful speaking engagements have taken him across the globe, with appearances in Namibia, Ghana, Kenya, Qatar, and Nigeria, where he shares his vision for Africa’s economic future.

Yetunde BankoleBernard

Known as “The Identity Coach,” Yetunde BankoleBernard specializes in personal branding and leadership development. As the founder of the Inner Circle Academy, she has empowered professionals across various sectors to cultivate authentic personal brands. BankoleBernard’s programs emphasize the importance of identity and self expression in building strong leadership foundations, particularly for African professionals. A seasoned speaker, she is frequently invited to major conferences in Africa and Europe, where she conducts workshops on personal branding and authenticity in the workplace.

These accomplished individuals are not only leaders in their respective fields but are also redefining the landscape of African business, entrepreneurship, and digital marketing. Their work continues to empower the next generation, and through their shared commitment to education, transformation, and development, they are helping to shape Africa’s global impact.