Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Marks 20 Years in Media, Unveils Podcast With Reuben Abati

Broadcaster and media entrepreneur Kikelomo Atanda-Owo marked two decades in broadcasting and seven years of her flagship television programme, Real Talk With Kike, at a celebration held at Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The event brought together figures from government, business, media, entertainment and the diplomatic community to honour her professional journey and to examine the role of leadership, innovation and responsible media in Nigeria’s development.

A Theme Focused on Nigeria's Future

The anniversary carried the theme “The Future of Nigeria: Where Leadership, Innovation, Culture & Media Converge to Shape Nation Building.” The keynote address was delivered by Barrister Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, Secretary to the Lagos State Government, who represented the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat. The session reflected the event’s central theme, focusing on the intersection of leadership, innovation, culture and the media in shaping the country’s future.

The occasion also served as a platform to reflect on the responsibilities of media practitioners in promoting constructive national conversations and encouraging greater participation in nation-building.

New Podcast Unveiled

One of the major highlights of the celebration was the official unveiling of “The Reuben and Kike Abati Podcast,” a new digital media platform jointly introduced by Kikelomo Atanda-Owo and her husband, Dr. Reuben Abati, a veteran journalist, political analyst and former presidential spokesperson.

Dignitaries in Attendance

According to Lagos News Hub, the event drew an impressive gathering of distinguished personalities, including:

• Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM)
• Hannatu Musa Musawa, Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy
• Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace
• Tosin Akerele
• Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Power Group

Other notable personalities from the public and private sectors were also present. Their attendance underscored the significance of the occasion and the relationships Kikelomo Atanda-Owo has cultivated over her two-decade career in the media industry.

Conversations on a Changing Media Landscape

Beyond celebrating professional milestones, the gathering created room for networking, meaningful engagement and discussion around the evolving Nigerian media landscape, particularly the growing influence of digital platforms, content innovation and strategic storytelling.

For Kikelomo Atanda-Owo, the occasion was a celebration of consistency, determination, professional growth and the enduring relevance of meaningful conversations in a rapidly changing media environment. Through Real Talk With Kike, now in its seventh year, she has continued to engage audiences on relationships, personal development, lifestyle, social challenges and other important subjects, establishing the programme as a platform for thought-provoking discussions.

With 20 years in media, seven years of Real Talk With Kike and the unveiling of a new podcast alongside her husband, Kikelomo Atanda-Owo has opened another chapter in her career, reinforcing her commitment to storytelling, media innovation and conversations that contribute meaningfully to society.

BellaNaija is a media partner for Real Talk With Kike.