Oluwaseun Olaegbe (better known by his stage name Skilzar) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, tech entrepreneur, and technology startup founder.[2][3][4]
Oluwaseun Olaegbe | |
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| Born | Ifedayo, Osun State, Nigeria. |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | BT in Computer science, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology |
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| Title | CEO Skilzar Digital[1] |
Olaegbe was listed as one of the most influential people in the Nigerian entertainment world.[5] He was awarded the Nigerian Books of Record[6] and JOM Charity Award due to his contributions to the ICT and media industry.[7][8]
Early life
editOlaegbe is an indigene of the Ifedayo local government area in Osun State but raised in Lagos. He had his secondary education at Lagos State Model College, Igbonla, Epe before graduating from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology in 2014 with a Bachelor Of Technology degree in computer science. He is a Google Trained Digital Marketing Specialist and a Harvard Trained computer programmer.[2]
Career
editOlaegbe is the Founder of Skilzar Digital, a design and advertising agency that created the Yessiey platform and organizes "The Yessiey Awards" to recognize outstanding achievements around the globe. [9][1]
Olaegbe has worked with GT Da Guitarman, Sugarboy[10] and his song Novacane attracted over 1 million Plays on social media recorded close to 400,000 streams online and was on top chat on Silverbird Rhythm 93.7 FM Lagos.[3]
He is an advocate for technological advancement in Africa and was once listed In the year 2022, as one of the most influential young Nigerians in the Tech and branding industry and was also listed among the most distinguished CEOs to look out for in 2023 by E.O.M business network. He is credited for making brands in Nigeria leverage digital media for advertising and also for his non-profit set-up School The African Child Initiative, which provides micro-scholarships, tech training, and talent placement for African youth.[11][12][8]
Recognition and membership
editOlaegbe was awarded the Nigerian Books of Record[6] and JOM Charity Award. He is a member of the British Computer Society (BCS) - The Chartered Institute For I.T, and Forbes BLK.[13]
References
edit- ^ a b "Skilzar Digital founded around principles of outstanding customer service". Vanguard. 14 March 2022. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ a b Akinyemi, Bioluwatife (11 April 2023). "Africa Is Gaining Prominence On A Global Scale". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ a b "Nigerian Artist Journey To Success And Fame". The Sun. 22 July 2022. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ "How I combine tech and music". The Guardian. 20 November 2022. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ Odey, Christopher. "Oluwaseun Olaegbe: Young Influential Nigerian In Media Industry". Leadership. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ a b Grace, Ihesiulo (17 June 2021). "Excellence and Achievements". Daily Times. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ Abiodun, Alao (2 January 2023). "Africa's most influential tech entrepreneur". The Nation. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ a b Adekola, Sam (25 August 2023). "Africa young Tech business champion". P.M. News. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ Grace, Ihesiulo (21 December 2021). "Humble beginning the Secret to success". Daily Times. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ "Five wave-making artistes to watch out for". The Nation. 23 November 2022. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ Abayomi, Ola (23 November 2022). "Digital Age Has Altered How Business Market Their products". P.M. News. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ Grace, Ihesiulo (28 September 2020). "Industry thought leader in digitalisation, convergence, and brand strategy". Daily Times. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ "Oluwaseun Olaegbe Joins Forbes BLK's Roster of Black Excellence". This Day. 13 September 2023. Retrieved 2024-09-17.