Ayomide Adeagbo is a visionary leader and renowned communications expert who is celebrated for his remarkable ability to transform societal narratives through impactful creative expressions. He is also an award-winning photographer, photojournalist, and published author with a distinguished career spanning over a decade at the intersection of photography, journalism, and politics. Ayomide previously served as the special assistant for visual communications and personal photographer to the speaker of the House of Representatives, where he effectively managed the Parliament’s media presence.
He is the special assistant to the president on art, culture, and the creative economy. In this role, he actively promotes Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, encourages innovation, enhances cultural vibrancy, and leverages the creative industry for national growth and global recognition. Nosa Alekhuogie delves into the insights and experiences of Adeagbo, exploring his journey, vision, and the transformative power of art and culture in the shaping Nigerian society.
Excerpts: What exactly does your job entail as the special assistant for art, culture, and the creative economy to the President of Nigeria? As the special assistant for art, culture, and the creative economy to the president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, my role is to unlock the potential of our cultural and creative sectors, transforming them into pillars of national pride and economic growth alongside the minister of art, .