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Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Lagos, Nigeria
Countries of investment
  • Nigeria
Investment stages
  • Growth
Industries
  • Media
  • Entertainment
  • Creator Economy
About
Utica Capital is a Nigerian venture fund supporting creative economy growth through investments in media, production, and digital storytelling, empowering African creators with global reach.
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$100M
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$100M
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Investment Thesis

Utica Capital focuses on funding creative and entertainment ventures, particularly in Nollywood and African storytelling industries.
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Manager's Experience

A team licensed for fund management, with experience in asset and fund management providing investment advisory and wealth management services in dynamic markets; they understand investor challenges in evolving environments.

Team

Dr. Adesegun A. Akin-Olugbade – Chairman

Board of Directors

Ola Belgore – Managing Director

Yetunde Lawal – Non-Executive Director

Okpapi Omoaka – Non-Executive Director

Dr. Dele Abegunde – Non-Executive Director

Oladayo Orolu – Independent Non-Executive Director

Tajudeen Ahmed – Independent Non-Executive Director

Adesewa Susan Adeoye – Company Secretary

Portfolio

EbonyLife Media

FilmOne Entertainment

ROK Studios

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