Television personality Frank Edoho and Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji have been unveiled as hosts of the seventh edition of the Bodex Social Media Hangout, an annual gathering expected to attract more than 3,000 students from secondary and tertiary institutions.
The event, organised by public relations and digital media strategist, Bodex Hungbo, is slated to hold on December 10 at the Distance Learning Institute Hall of the University of Lagos.
With N2.2 million in prizes up for grabs, the event promises a blend of entertainment, intellectual competition and digital creativity, bringing together students, content creators, media professionals and other industry stakeholders.
Themed “Influence with Purpose: Shaping Africa’s Digital Future,” the programme will feature debates, quiz competitions and digital media masterclasses intended to encourage responsible social media engagement and inspire young people to explore opportunities in the digital economy.
The organisers announced that the competition winners would receive N1 million for first place, N700,000 for second place and N500,000 for third place.
The choice of Edoho, a popular television presenter and quizmaster, alongside Adedimeji, a celebrated Nollywood actor, was to add excitement and entertainment value to the gathering.
Speaking ahead of the event, Hungbo said that the initiative was designed to provide young people with opportunities to showcase their talents, develop relevant skills and build confidence beyond the classroom.
She noted that young people were already playing significant roles in shaping the digital economy and so deserve platforms that encourage their creativity, innovation and responsible online participation.
She explained that the two hosts would bring different strengths to the programme, exposing participants to valuable lessons in knowledge, creativity, confidence and storytelling.
Beyond the competitions, attendees will enjoy interactive games, raffle draws and certificate presentations.
Now in its seventh edition, the Bodex Social Media Hangout has grown into an annual platform for conversations around digital engagement, innovation and personal development, connecting young people with media professionals, content creators and policymakers.
