From Fireboy DML to Bnxn (fka Buju), Asake, Black Sherif and Kizz Daniel, EMPIRE has served as a central pillar in the discovery and development of Africa’s brightest, independent stars. Since 2020, Ezegozie Eze Jr. (Vice President, Market Strategy & Development – Africa & Diaspora) has served as a key part of EMPIRE’s expansion into Africa and key Diaspora markets.
A seasoned business development and integrated marketing executive with 15 years of experience in the entertainment sector, Eze’s mission is to develop a sustainable creative ecosystem in Africa. Through the construction of intersections between commerce, community, content, and culture, Eze strives to close the knowledge gap between Africa and its Diaspora.

In addition to his role at EMPIRE. Eze is a co-Founder of CRAWL App (curated lifestyle & leisure app, guiding you through various cities in Africa) and Co-Founder of REPUBLIC54 (a boutique talent management company, operating in Lagos, Johannesburg, and Dar es Salaam).