Get Guardian on GoogleOver 200 participants gathered on April 11, 2026, at the Ibadan Business School for The Christian Entrepreneur (TCE) 2026: Creatives’ Edition.
A summit was organised by the Kemi Irinoye Foundation to equip and strengthen faith-driven entrepreneurs in the marketplace.
Themed “The Role of Kingdom Influence in the Marketplace,” the event brought together business leaders, creatives, and aspiring entrepreneurs for a day of insightful conversations, spiritual guidance, and practical learning.
Convener, Kemi Irinoye, led key sessions at the summit, emphasising the importance of aligning business practices with Christian values. She charged attendees to become intentional about influencing their industries with integrity, excellence, and purpose.
Speaking at the event, TitOluwa Olumideko, an evangelist, preacher, and teacher, encouraged participants to embrace their identity as light in the marketplace, noting that faith should not be separated from enterprise.
Also present was a media entrepreneur, author, and speaker, Damilare Oluwasegun, who shared practical insights on leveraging media and storytelling as tools for business growth and influence. He highlighted the importance of visibility and authenticity in building impactful brands.
The summit featured interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and discussions centred on faith, leadership, creativity, and business sustainability. Attendees described the experience as both spiritually enriching and professionally empowering.
According to the organisers, the primary goal of TCE 2026 was to strengthen Christian entrepreneurs to thrive in their respective fields while maintaining strong ethical and spiritual foundations.
The event concluded with a renewed call for participants to take bold steps in their businesses while embodying kingdom values, in line with the anchor scripture from Matthew 5:16, which encourages believers to let their light shine before others.
TCE continues to position itself as a growing platform for nurturing purpose-driven entrepreneurs across Nigeria.
