Uche Pedro, a Nigerian entrepreneur, is renowned as the founder and CEO of BellaNaija, a prominent media tech brand celebrated for its entertainment and lifestyle content. Under her astute leadership, BellaNaija has cultivated a substantial social footprint, encompassing its flagship platforms – BellaNaija.com, BellaNaija Weddings, and BellaNaija Style. Today, these platforms collectively boast the largest audience on the African continent, garnering over 200 million impressions monthly.
In recognition of her pioneering contributions to African media, Uche Pedro was bestowed with the prestigious Forbes Woman Africa New Media Award in March 2019. Beyond her professional endeavours, Uche is deeply committed to advancing the prospects of youth in Nigeria and across the African continent.
Uche holds a Bachelor’s degree in Honours Business Administration (HBA) from the Ivey Business School at Western University in Canada, where she graduated with distinction. She is a proud mother to a set of twins, embracing the joys and challenges of parenthood alongside her entrepreneurial pursuits.
Job: Founder, BellaNaija
Location: Nigeria
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