Nigeria’s media mogul, Chude Jideonwo has been appointed Creative-in-Residence at the London School of Economics (LSE).
This adds to the Delta State born Law graduate of the University of Lagos’ many international recognitions and appointmens.
Born March 16, 1985, Ifechukwude Osanedum Jideonwo ventured into the creative world with his childhood friend, Adebola Williams and a number of other friends. Together, they founded the Future Awards and the Red Africa.
They soon veered off in individual capacities into journalism.
Chude has worked in media, advertising and public relations. He is the executive producer and host of #WithChude, a special series of targeted multimedia (video, audio, text, event) conversations and investigations.
Among his many international awards are:
Yale World Fellow; Business Day 40 Under 40 (2012);Forbes 30 Under 30: Africa’s Best Young Entrepreneurs; CNBC Young Business Leader of the Year.
Speaking about his latest appointment, Chude said:
So I have a big announcement.
I thought they were going to wait until the more formal announcement, but two weeks ago they let the cat out of the bag:)
I have just been appointed Creative-in-Residence at the London School of Economics.
The kind of unexpected news that blows your mind.
Many years ago I made a decision that changed my life: Focus on the work, never hustle, and let the universe do the rest.
After Yale and Oxford and all of that, I decided I would no longer apply for any fellowships or residencies. I wanted only to be invited – based on the impact of our work. I was almost certain it would take about 10 years for any of that to happen (I mean, who do you think you are?) and I was comfortable with that consequence. I would focus on the work I had chosen.
And then, in the midst of inevitable doubt, the universe always sends a big message of affirmation.
I am honoured and thankful.
I look forward to collaborating with the school’s faculty, students and networks to accelerate the growth of the creative economy across Africa.
The work continues❤️