About Us

About The Event

Made In Abuja Industry Conference and Entertainment Awards is an event that was thoughtfully designed to bring together all the stakeholders, including the government in the Abuja Creative and Entertainment Industry to foster collaboration and innovation within our industry and creative community. This premier event serves as a platform for us to engage in meaningful discussions, share valuable insights, and explore exciting opportunities that will shape the future of our beloved industry. It seeks to showcase the best of Abuja’s creative minds, businesses, and brands while promoting the city’s cultural and artistic identity.

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Our Vision

Our vision is to establish the Made In Abuja Industry Conference and Entertainment Awards as the premier event in the region, serving as a catalyst for the development and recognition of Abuja's creative industry. We envision a platform that not only celebrates accomplishments but also inspires innovation, nurtures talent, and promotes Abuja as a hub of creativity and cultural expression.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Made In Abuja Industry Conference and Entertainment Awards is to create a platform that fosters collaboration, celebrates achievements, and propels the growth of the Abuja Creative and Entertainment Industry. We aim to bring together everyone necessary and chart a collective path towards a vibrant and sustainable creative ecosystem in Abuja

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Our Objective

This award aims to honor those who have made significant strides in the growth, development, and advancement of the Abuja creative and entertainment industry. It is a unique opportunity to recognize the talents, hard work, and dedication of individuals and organizations who have made a positive impact on the Abuja creative and entertainment industry.

Why Made In Abuja Award (MiA AWARD)

is a prestigious event created to celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of Abuja-based creatives, entertainers, personalities, and brands across all sectors of the entertainment and creative industry.

Key Milestones:

2024: Inaugural Launch of MAICEA
– Successfully introduced 35 award categories
– Established the first comprehensive creative industry database in Abuja
– Launched the MiA Award platform

2026: Expansion & Growth
– Introduction of the Industry Conference component
– Partnership with Transcorp Hilton for venue hosting
– Development of comprehensive talent development programs

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IMPACT METRICS:

Over 200+ nominees across categories.
50+ industry speakers engaged.
500+ industry professionals networked.
1000+ creative talents showcased.
10+ sectors of the creative economy impacted.

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Featured Success Stories:

Industry Recognition.
Career Advancement.
Community Impact.

Organizing Team

Meet The Team Behind MIA Award

Gabriel Ubochi

‎Founder/Convener

Gideon Gambo

‎Event MACEICA Event Manager

Blessing Akan (NIMN)

‎Head of Communications & Protocol

Kalex Emmanuel

‎Creative Lead

Laanre Samaila James

‎Assistant Creative Lead

‎Jeremiah Genesis Ezra

‎Head of Content & Social Media

Nora Ufedo Emmanuel

Head of Fashion Exhibition Show

‎Abah Francis

‎ICT & Web Development

MACEICA
Conference & Award

MACEICA exists to Amplify, Empower, and Elevate Abuja’s creative and entertainment industry by creating a high-impact platform for discovery, dialogue, recognition, and investment.

MIA Award
Award Recognition

The MiA Awards will recognize exceptional individuals, organizations, brands, businesses and projects across diverse creative sectors that have made outstanding contributions to Abuja.

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Creative Women
Fireside Talks

Join us for an engaging fireside talk as part of the Mia Award, where we will celebrate and explore the journeys of remarkable women in the creative fields.