ABOUT MACEICA 2026 We Are:
Innovators, Creators, Leaders
First launched in 2024 by convener Gabriel Ubochi,
MACEiCA has evolved into a 3-day summit
connecting 5,000+ creators, investors, and leaders
in Abuja on 5th – 7th November 2026.
Days of Summit, Exhibition
& Awards Gala
OUR PHILOSOPHY
We believe Abuja's creative potential is limitless. MACEiCA creates the vital bridge between creative talent, institutional capital, policy reform, and global distribution.
OUR VALUES To empower creators, nurture visionary ideas, and build enterprises that set new global benchmarks for African culture.
MISSION
To empower Abuja's creative ecosystem through capital, policy, and global visibility.
VISION
To build Nigeria's capital into Africa's foremost hub for creative trade and innovation.
OBJECTIVE
To establish MACEiCA as West Africa's flagship summit for creative industry investment.
CORE VALUES
Excellence: We honor outstanding talent across 27+ categories.
Empowerment: We build commercial pathways for Abuja's creative industry.
OUR JOURNEY About
From an inaugural award night in 2024 to West Africa's flagship creative summit in 2026.
Connecting 5,000+ delegates,
27+ award categories, 50+ speakers,
and 4 event pillars across Abuja.
HOW IT STARTED? Founded in 2024 by Gabriel Ubochi, MACEiCA started with a mission to organize and celebrate Abuja's creative talents.
In 2024, we introduced 35 award categories and launched Abuja's first creative industry directory.
In 2026, MACEiCA expands into a 3-day summit featuring Keynotes, Fashion Runway, B2B Marketplace, and Awards Night.
Our values shape everything we do — fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and creating meaningful commercial impact for creators, partners, and West Africa's creative ecosystem.
Bold & Innovative
Pioneering commercial pathways for filmmakers, musicians, and fashion designers.
Built with Purpose
Driven by policy reform, IP protection, and structured creative economy investment.
Impact & Results
Delivering measurable growth, venture deals, and national recognition for African talent.
Digital & Creative Tech
Empowering creators with AI tools, web3 rights management, and global streaming platforms.
LEADERSHIP Driven by Insight,
Defined by Experience
Led by industry pioneers and creative leaders, the MACEiCA executive committee brings together decades of expertise across film production, event management, media protocol, and brand strategy to deliver West Africa's premier creative summit.
Gabriel Ubochi
Founder & Convener
Convener of MACEiCA and pioneer in Abuja's creative industry ecosystem.
Gideon Gambo
MACEiCA Event Manager
Leading event operations and summit logistics across all 3 days.
Blessing Akan (NIMN)
Head of Communications & Protocol
Directing strategic media communications, protocol, and delegate relations.
Kalex Emmanuel
Creative Lead
Directing creative vision, branding, and visual identity for MACEiCA 2026.