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Akitoye Balogun (Ajebutter22)

Musician, Entrepreneur
Akitoye Balogun (Ajebutter22)

Ajebutter22, born Akitoye Balogun, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter known for his wry, wholesome lyrics and laconic delivery in English, Yoruba, and Pidgin. A defining voice of Lagos' alternative music scene, his albums include "What Happens in Lagos" and collaborations with Boj and Falz. He first gained attention as part of the creative hip-hop group Soyinka's Afro.

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Breakout 2
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Saturday
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1:30 pm
Aldrich 111
Culture
Owning Our Music and Media: Building the Business Behind the Culture
How African artists and entrepreneurs are taking ownership of the continent's music and media industries.
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Owning Our Music and Media: Building the Business Behind the Culture

African music is dominating global charts, but who owns the value being created? This panel brings together artists, label executives, and media entrepreneurs to discuss how Africans are taking ownership of their music and media industries — from IP rights and distribution to building platforms that keep value on the continent.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 1:30 PM
Aldrich 111
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