Clevenard Appoints Makinde Adeniran, FTA as Director for the Federal Republic of Nigeria — A Transformational Appointment Connecting the World Through Tourism, Arts, Culture, Fashion, Agriculture, Mining, Trade, and Investment

Clevenard Appoints Makinde Adeniran, FTA as Director for the Federal Republic of Nigeria — A Transformational Appointment Connecting the World Through Tourism, Arts, Culture, Fashion, Agriculture, Mining, Trade, and Investment

Palma de Mallorca, Spain — Clevenard proudly announces the appointment of Makinde Adeniran, FTA, as Director for the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This strategic and transformational appointment reinforces Clevenard’s commitment to strengthening global connections between Africa, Europe, and the wider international community while fostering sustainable development across tourism, arts, culture, fashion, agriculture, mining, trade, and investment.

Through this important leadership role, Clevenard aims to accelerate economic growth, innovation, and international collaboration in Nigeria. By connecting Nigerian entrepreneurs, institutions, creatives, and communities with global markets, investors, and professional networks, the initiative will open new pathways for opportunity, trade expansion, and cross-border partnerships.

With the support of Clevenard’s global ecosystem, businesses and individuals in Nigeria will gain access to international visibility, educational initiatives, mentorship programs, and investment networks that contribute to socio-economic development, regional integration, and long-term prosperity across the African continent.

Clevenard delivers integrated services across marketing, networking, telecommunications, sourcing, consulting, and community empowerment, helping organizations and communities thrive in an increasingly interconnected global economy.

The organization currently operates legally registered entities in **South Africa, Nigeria, United Kingdom, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Sierra Leone, Zambia, and Spain, with additional representatives in **Eswatini, Lesotho, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and Namibia. This expansive presence enables the organization to create meaningful cross-border collaboration, sustainable investment opportunities, and global partnerships that benefit Africa and the wider world.

Our Mission

Clevenard’s mission is to elevate people, businesses, and communities through visibility, connectivity, and global access. By connecting Africa with Europe, the Americas, Asia, and other regions, the organization seeks to transform ideas into opportunities, local talent into global competitiveness, and partnerships into lasting impact for Africa and the world.

About Makinde Adeniran, FTA

Makinde Adeniran, FTA, is a distinguished Nigerian theatre practitioner, creative director, playwright, broadcaster, and cultural advocate with over three decades of professional experience in theatre, film, television, and cultural development. He is the Founder and Executive Director of MA Productions, a creative platform dedicated to theatre production, festival design, film and cinematography training, and capacity development for emerging creative professionals.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Dramatic Arts from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, where he specialized in theatre directing. Over the years, he has built a distinguished career directing, producing, and writing major stage productions and cultural initiatives that promote African storytelling and artistic excellence.

He currently serves as President of the National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP), the foremost professional body representing theatre practitioners in Nigeria, where he champions policy advocacy, industry development, and the strengthening of the creative arts ecosystem.

Current Positions

  1. Director for Nigeria, Clevenard
  2. President, National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP)
  3. Founder and Executive Director, MA Productions

Former Leadership and Professional Positions

  1. Secretary-General, National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP)
  2. Chairman, NANTAP Lagos Chapter
  3. Director of Production and Screening, NANTAP Lagos Chapter
  4. Programs Manager / News Editor, NN24 Television, Nigeria
  5. Consultant and Writer, BBC Media Action
  6. Director, Culture Advocates Caucus Nigeria
  7. Director, MJG – Arts, Music & Publishing (Nigeria)

Professional Affiliations

  1. Member, International Theatre Institute (ITI), Paris
  2. Member, Actors’ Equity
  3. Member, Federation of International Actors

Creative and Cultural Contributions

As a creative director and theatre practitioner, Adeniran has directed and produced numerous acclaimed stage productions and musicals, including:

  1. Death and the King’s Horseman
  2. The Gods Are Not to Blame
  3. Jesus Christ Superstar
  4. Opera Wonyosi
  5. SARO the Musical
  6. AWO the Musical
  7. Wedlock of the Gods
  8. Shadows of the Ancestors

INEH the Musical

Beyond stage productions, he has served as a trainer, consultant, and resource person for numerous cultural and media initiatives, including theatre-for-development programs, cinematography festivals, and creative capacity-building projects across Africa.

Legacy and Impact

Makinde Adeniran is widely respected for his dedication to the advancement of theatre arts, creative education, and cultural policy development in Nigeria. Through his leadership, mentorship, and artistic productions, he continues to nurture emerging talent while promoting African narratives on global stages.

Partner with Clevenard

Clevenard invites professionals, entrepreneurs, creative organizations, and institutions across all sectors — tourism, arts, culture, fashion, agriculture, mining, trade, and investment — to partner with us. Together, we can create cross-border opportunities, foster sustainable development, and amplify the impact of African talent and innovation on the global stage.

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  • 9 Mar, 2026
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