About The Speaker
Rex Okiche
Rex Okiche is a seasoned media executive, singer-songwriter, and creative strategist with over 12 years of hands-on experience in radio broadcasting, content development, and audience engagement. He currently serves as Head of Programmes at City FM, where he leads programming strategy, talent management, and creative direction. Rex’s diverse background bridges music, media, and marketing. As a certified alumnus of the Music Business Academy for Africa, he hosts The Music Gig, Nigeria’s foremost music business radio show, where he regularly interviews […]
Rex Okiche is a seasoned media executive, singer-songwriter, and creative strategist with over 12 years of hands-on experience in radio broadcasting, content development, and audience engagement. He currently serves as Head of Programmes at City FM, where he leads programming strategy, talent management, and creative direction.
Rex’s diverse background bridges music, media, and marketing. As a certified alumnus of the Music Business Academy for Africa, he hosts The Music Gig, Nigeria’s foremost music business radio show, where he regularly interviews top industry professionals—A&Rs, label execs, union leaders, and creatives—on the evolving dynamics of the African music ecosystem.
A familiar voice and face at industry events, Rex is also a sought-after voiceover artist and host, with brand collaborations that include Desperados, Wigwe University, Market Square, GIG Motors, and City FM. He is known for his ability to steer insightful conversations, moderate dynamic panels, and bring thought leadership to the forefront of creative discussions.
He holds a certification in Marketing Communication Strategy from the O2 Academy Lagos, where he worked on live briefs for brands like Aspira and City FM, further sharpening his storytelling and brand positioning skills. Whether on stage or behind the mic, Rex Okiche brings clarity, charisma, and cultural insight to every conversation, making him a compelling moderator and speaker for creative summits, music industry roundtables, and marketing innovation panel.
