Actor, producer and one of Africa’s most institutionally credible cultural figures, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), is among the speakers expected to dissect reputation dividend at this year’s edition of Pivot Nigeria conference.

Themed, ‘The reputation dividend: Who pays for Nigeria’s perception?’ other speakers include, Co-Founder of Comms Avenue, Adedoyin Jayesimi, and Director of Commercial and Communications at News Central TV, Rosemary Egabor-Afolahan.

Convener of Pivot Nigeria and Lead Consultant of HighStakes PR Professionals, Victoria Uwadoka, disclosed that the conversation would explore the nation’s image and how that image is created and sustained.

She added that the conference would also provide a platform for discussions on the cost of the country’s perception on its people, businesses and opportunities.

The organisers are inviting leaders, storytellers and change makers to join the conversation and explore ways to reframe the nation’s narratives.

Participants interested in attending the event are expected to register ahead of the event at the following link: https://forms.gle/TLPz3VfctWaByaWw5.

The event is scheduled to hold on September 29, 2026 at the Muson Centre, Lagos.

Over the years, Uwadoka has championed calls for Nigerians to tell authentic stories about the country.

To her, “we cannot wait for others to tell our story, only us can tell our own authentic stories.”