PodFest Naija – A Festival of Stories – is poised to unite Nigeria’s leading creators, policymakers, and brands this October in Lagos, marking the nation’s inaugural festival dedicated exclusively to podcasting and storytelling.
Taking place on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, this one-day gathering will delve into the transformative role of storytelling in shaping societal values, sparking innovation, and fostering meaningful partnerships.
Conceived as an annual celebration of creativity, PodFest Naija aims to serve as a dynamic platform for learning, networking, and inspiration within Nigeria’s expanding podcast community. The festival will highlight artistic ingenuity, encourage collaboration, showcase cutting-edge ideas, and open doors for new discoveries.
Supported by prominent sponsors such as Coca-Cola, The Place, Crown Flour Mills, Sterling Bank, UAC Foods, and Post Assurance, alongside media collaborators including News Central TV, Megalectrics, The Cable, Cueball Communications, Aster Media, and DLC Media, PodFest Naija is set to become a cornerstone cultural event in Nigeria.
The festival will feature a compelling roster of thought leaders and innovators in storytelling and culture, including Obi Asika, Chude Jideonwo, Seun Okinbaloye, Tunde Onakoya, Adaora Mbelu, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, Rufai Oseni, Masoyinbo, among others. Participants can anticipate vibrant panel discussions, live podcast recordings, interactive workshops, masterclasses, and cultural exhibitions.
“PodFest Naija transcends being just an event; it is a movement dedicated to elevating the narratives that unite us,” stated Tosin Adefeko, Curator of PodFest Naija and CEO of AT3 Resources – The Muvmnt Agency. “By bringing together creators, policymakers, and brands, we are crafting dialogues that will shape Nigeria’s cultural landscape and the future of storytelling.”
“This festival embodies the contemporary ways Nigerians tell and share stories. It’s a hub for exploration, partnership, and cultural celebration – and we are excited to help make it a reality,” added Fisayo Beecroft, Managing Director of Eventful, the official event partner.
With an anticipated turnout of 1,500 storytellers, creators, brands, and enthusiasts, PodFest Naija is on track to become Nigeria’s premier annual destination for storytelling, innovation, and creative synergy.
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