Jubril Dotun Sanusi to Host Ooni of Ife as ‘2GEDA’ Social Media Platform Unveils August 16

The stage is set for the grand unveiling of Nigeria’s first indigenous social media platform, ‘2GEDA’, scheduled to hold on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 3:00 PM, at the prestigious Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Akanran, Ibadan.

The landmark event will be hosted by the Okanlomo of Yorubaland and Chairman of Ilaji Group, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, as he welcomes a royal and star-studded gathering to witness the historic birth of a digital innovation that aims to redefine Africa’s tech landscape.

According to a statement by Smith Emeka Eze, co-owner of the platform, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, will officially unveil 2GEDA, a platform proudly built by Nigerians for the world. Eze describes 2GEDA as a revolutionary, secure, and inclusive social media hub designed to foster communication, creativity, culture, and commerce among Nigerians, Africans, and global users.

The high-profile launch is expected to be graced by royal fathers, top government officials, technology stakeholders, and celebrated business moguls, including Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Mr. Femi Otedola, and Chief Obinna Iyiegbu (Obi Cubana). Celebrities, influencers, youth leaders, and members of the press are also expected to be in attendance.

In a pre-event statement, Oba Ogunwusi described 2GEDA as “a digital revolution tailored for Nigerians, by Nigerians, and for the benefit of Africa at large,” noting that the platform aligns with the strategic vision to make Nigeria a trailblazer in indigenous technological advancement and innovation.

Highlights of the unveiling will include live demonstrations of both the web and mobile applications of 2GEDA, keynote speeches, cultural exhibitions, and a roundtable discussion focused on building Africa’s digital future through homegrown solutions.

Smith Eze further stated that the initiative has already gained endorsement from traditional institutions and industry leaders, positioning 2GEDA to become a continental flagship platform that will drive digital transformation, economic inclusion, and youth empowerment across borders.