In the densely saturated space that is Nigeria’s entertainment industry, a young man has carved a niche for himself; stepping out of the band wagon and into his own carriage. 

 

Jermaine Okpe, a 23-year-old graduate of Bowen University, has become a distinctive name to be reckoned with, courtesy of his lightening-speed progression as a Talent Manager in Nigeria, among other things.

 

At the budding age of 23, you have built yourself an empire. How did the dream of Jermaine Media to begin?

My full name is Jermaine Okpefrom which I coined my brand name, “Jermaine media.”

Jermaine media is an entertainment media company that specializes in Events, Coverage, Social Media and Influencer marketing, online promotions and publicity, Entertainment consultations and services. Jermaine media was founded on March 25th 2016, a blessing in disguise during my gap year immediately after high school while staying home for months when my mates were already in the university. It came as an inspiration, borne out of determination to mine misfortune to good fortune.

Growing up I have always loved entertainment; I would sing and drum as far back as when I was in elementary school. I was also a part of the school choir and the owner of my elementary school;Mrs Maggie would say “Jermaine you are larger than life”. She would advise me never to forget. And I never forgot. I got into high school and assumed the role of social prefect 3 times in a roll. Upon graduation, I was awarded the best graduating prefect, class of 2015.

So you see entertainment has always been a part of me, my brand is merely the physical representation.

 

 

As a media and entertainment maestro, what are your most relished accomplishments today? 

Firstly, I’m a law graduate from Bowen university, my brand was founded few months before my academic pursuit for 5 years, so being able to have balanced my academics and my social life for those 5 years without getting distracted is my first achievement.

In Jermaine media with its 6 years life span in the entertainment industry here in Nigeria, we have worked with the likes of Tiwa Savage, Donjazzy, Ebony life by Mo Abudu etc. We have also covered some of the biggest shows in Nigeria such as BurnaBoy Live, Davido 30BG concert, Wizkid live concert and Everything Savage by Tiwa Savage just to mention a few.

Finally, by just putting a smile on the faces of my clients and just being able to be a part of peoples most memorable moments, I am fulfilled.

 

 

 

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What projects are you currently working on/ planning to onboard? 

This year we started with the prom tour for high schools scheduled for June – August 2022. The prom tour is an innovation by Jermaine media aimed at uniting and connecting the Nigerian youths from across the nation from different high schools under one initiative called “prom” which is done in several schools, internationally.

Since the start of this innovation in 2017 till date we have worked with serval schools on their proms such as Rainbow college, Chrisland school, Westerfield college, Grace school, CKIS, Fountain Height school etc. We offer these schools our entertainment services and also create viral social media challenges across these schools that unify and connect them.

This innovation also birthed our official prom event called “Grand prom” which took place last year 2021. It is an annual prom event open to all schools collectively instead of individually.

Our next project is the BTS master class scheduled for 1st of September 2022.

BTS means “Behind the story.” BTS master class is an innovation created to give voice, train, teach and support youths with aspirations of becoming influencers,creatives and entrepreneurs.BTS started back in 2020 April during the pandemic year, we were all stuck at home and the need to keep the passion going emerged.It started as an Instagram live show where I Interviewed over 100 influencers and creatives from all over Nigeria, Ghana, Uk, Canada and America, giving them a platform to express themselves and inspire others.

The following year may 15th 2021, we decided to make it a physical event in Lagos Nigeria called the “BTS master class” with celebrity guest speakers which were made present to thrill the attendees and answer all their questions.The BTS master class is here again happening live on the 1st of September 2022 at Terra Form,Lekki phase 1 from 2pm -7pm.

The event promises to be value packed with notable guest speakers such as

Priscy, DenreleEdun, Tolanibaj, Layiwasabi ,Quick Steph, Caramel Plugamon others.

You should be there.

 

 

What is the future of Jermaine media? 

Truly the future is bright for us at Jermaine Media. We are growing faster than envisaged and developing into a world class entertainment brand.Keep your fingers crossed; expect the best from us and nothing but the best.

 

 

A lot of young people look up to you and admire your grit, how would you advise them on choosing careers and personal growth? 

My advice would always be follow your passion and your heart, find what works for you as a person and put your all into it.Never give up. Remember no regrets in this journey of life, only lessons. Get up and never stay down.