BAVCCA Elects Chukwunyere New National President In Historic 2025 Convention

Folalumi Alaran in Abuja

The Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association (BAVCCA) has successfully concluded its 2025 National Elections, held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th August 2025.

With over 2,000 accredited delegates from across Nigeria participating both in person and online, the election was a major milestone for the association. In a peaceful and transparent process, Mr Ikechukwu Chukwunyere was elected as the new National President, defeating his closest contender, Mr Adedotun Fasanya, in a closely contested race.

In a show of unity and sportsmanship, Mr Fasanya congratulated Mr Chukwunyere and pledged his full support for the new leadership. He also called on all members to work together for the continued growth and success of the association.

Speaking to delegates after his victory, President-elect Chukwunyere shared his five-point plan to reposition BAVCCA as the leading voice for Nigeria’s over 5,000 professional digital creators. His agenda includes:

Welfare and Capacity Building: Introducing sustainable welfare schemes and regular training programmes to improve members’ digital skills, boost income opportunities, and raise global competitiveness.

Policy Advocacy: Engaging more actively with government, regulators, and key stakeholders to protect the rights of content creators and shape policies that support digital entrepreneurship.

Global Partnerships: Building international connections with blogging, vlogging, and creative associations to open up new opportunities for Nigerian creators.

Technology and Innovation Hub: Establishing a dedicated digital hub where creators can access tools, mentorship, and funding to support their growth and innovation.

Unity and Expansion: Strengthening relationships among members across the country and expanding the association’s reach to promote inclusivity, transparency, and accountability.

Mr Chukwunyere promised to lead with vision, integrity, and a people-focused approach, aiming to build a lasting legacy for BAVCCA.

The event was chaired by Dr Josephine Dung, who expressed pride in the peaceful conduct of the elections and the enthusiastic participation of members.