Celebrities turned out in droves, to celebrate Alex Okosi, the outgoing Executive Vice President and Managing Director of VCN Africa and BET International for his contributions to the Media and Entertainment Industry since he took up the mantle of leadership at Viacom Africa 15 years ago.
The party which took place last night was hosted by popular media personality, Tolu ‘Toolz’ Oniru-Demuren and ace comedian Bovi with the biggest names in the entertainment industry in attendance. They include Founder Silverbird Group, Ben Murray-Bruce, Nduka Obaigbena, Rita Dominic, D’banj, Toolz, Martin Mabutho, Michelle Dede and Nse Ikpe-Etim; comedians Basketmouth and Bovi, 2Baba, Falz, Tope Oshin, Dr Sid, Flavour and Ice-Prince among others.
Monde Twala and Craig Paterson who both take on the reins as co-General Managers for ViacomCBS Networks Africa in March as Senior Vice President for Editorial VCN and Senior Vice President VCN, respectively, also joined in the commemorations.
YouTube made this known in a statement made available in January, 2020 noting that the appointment takes effect in April 2020.
Speaking on his new role, Okosi said:
“YouTube is a game-changing platform that plays an increasingly important role in our lives today through the dynamic content and innovation that it delivers. I am very excited to be joining Cecile’s leadership team to continue empowering creators and elevating value for viewers and partners across the region.”
Okosi was responsible for developing and launching MTV Africa (MTV Base) in February 2005. He is also the creative force behind the MTV Africa Music Awards.
See more photos of the attendees below.
