By Olugbolade Ogboro-Cole
The Ekiti Parapo Professional Artists Forum has received a resounding commendation from Prince Adeniyi Adedayo , the Chief Executive Officer of Itanlaye TV, popularly known as DJ Nass, who described the inauguration as a bold step that will transform the state’s creative landscape. The event, which had taken place previously in Ado-Ekiti, brought together representatives from all local governments across the state and featured cultural entertainment, a playlet on love and unity, as well as sumptuous meals and drinks for guests.
In an exclusive interview with JIROLTV, Prince Adeniyi praised the leadership of the forum and the vision behind bringing Ekiti artists together under one umbrella.
He noted that the creative industry in the state has long needed such a platform to harness talents, and he expressed confidence that the forum would reposition Ekiti as a major hub for filmmaking and entertainment in Nigeria.
He also commended the organizers for the seamless coordination of the event and the impressive turnout of stakeholders from across the state.
Itanlaye TV, where Prince Adeniyi Adedayo serves as CEO, is a fast-growing broadcast platform dedicated to promoting African culture, entertainment, and grassroots storytelling. The station has become a household name across the South-West and beyond, known for its commitment to showcasing local talents, cultural heritage, and community development initiatives. With a strong presence on digital and terrestrial platforms, Itanlaye TV continues to provide a vital voice for the creative industry, making Prince Adedayo’s commendation of the EKPRA inauguration particularly significant for the forum’s credibility and reach.
The Chairman of Ekiti Parapo Professional Artists Forum, Comrade Eniola Eyinafe, revealed that the initiative aims to stop the migration of Ekiti creative talents to other states by establishing themselves firmly within Ekiti, while MC Lovely highlighted the strategic timing with the new Ojaja Cinema providing the perfect market infrastructure for the artists’ productions.
The Ekiti Parapo Professional Artists Forum inauguration signals a new dawn for creative professionals in the state, and with the commendation from industry leaders like Prince Adeniyi, the future looks bright for Ekiti’s entertainment sector.
