Nigerian-born media entrepreneur Ehijie Jeffery Ebhodaghe has been honoured with the Outstanding Corporate Excellence in Digital Innovation and Inclusive Impact award at the African UK Trade and Investment Awards held recently in London. This accolade recognises his significant contributions to creativity, inclusion, and excellence within the global broadcast and digital media industry, underscoring his integral role in promoting African narratives on an international stage.

The award ceremony formed part of the week-long UK Trade & Investment Conference & Awards 2025, held at the Royal National Hotel in London. Organised in collaboration with the African Chamber of Trade and the International Business Council, the event highlighted impactful leaders and innovators driving Africa's broadcast and digital storytelling forward. Ebhodaghe was selected for this distinguished recognition following a rigorous assessment of his professional impact and sustained efforts in fostering innovation within the UK and African creative ecosystems.

A native of Iki Opoji in Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria, Ebhodaghe’s passion for media dates back to his teenage years when he was active in his church’s media unit. He earned a degree in Political Science from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, before embarking on a successful media career across prominent Nigerian organisations including Fam TV, Favour Television, EBS, NTA Benin, Kaftan TV, DTOS TV, and Wazobia TV. His pursuit of excellence led him to the UK, where he attained a Master’s degree in Digital Media from the University for the Creative Arts, Surrey.

Ebhodaghe is now the Group Chief Executive Officer of Jeffwise Media Global Limited, a company specialising in film production, digital marketing, live streaming, and technical training. His enterprise also operates a multimedia academy dedicated to training young creatives in journalism, video editing, film production, and broadcast engineering – illustrating his commitment to nurturing emerging talent in the industry.

Despite challenges such as funding gaps and infrastructural limitations in Nigeria, combined with cultural and racial barriers in the UK, Ebhodaghe views these obstacles as motivation to persevere. He expressed pride in representing Nigeria abroad, emphasizing the inspiration he draws from Nigerian culture and resilience to tell authentic stories and project a positive image of Africa globally. His upcoming short film will explore the experiences of Nigerian migrants in the UK, delving into themes of cultural integration, faith, and morality, highlighting the nuances of balancing survival with personal values in a foreign land.

Looking forward, Ebhodaghe aims to expand Jeffwise Media’s global footprint and strengthen partnerships with major platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and the British Film Institute, seeking to elevate African narratives on worldwide streaming stages. In his acceptance, he reflected on the responsibility that the award confers and expressed his desire to inspire young Africans to pursue their dreams with perseverance, advising them to start small, think big, and act positively.

This award fits within a broader context of increasing recognition and encouragement for African business and creative achievements in the UK. The African UK Trade and Investment Awards, alongside other prominent events such as the African Business Chamber Awards in London and the African Achievers Awards hosted at the UK Parliament, showcase a growing platform for celebrating African excellence and fostering collaborations that bridge continents. These events collectively aim to spotlight innovation, leadership, and inclusive economic growth within Africa and its global diaspora, fostering connections across sectors including creative industries, technology, finance, and trade.

Such international forums and ceremonies underline the expanding opportunities for African entrepreneurs and creatives in global markets, while also addressing challenges related to infrastructure, funding, and cultural acceptance. The UK-Africa Investment & Economic Convention complements these efforts by offering a platform for stakeholders to explore investment opportunities and deepen economic cooperation between the UK and African nations. Together, these initiatives are shaping a dynamic landscape where African talent and narratives gain deserved global visibility and impact.

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Source: Noah Wire Services