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2026 Edition
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BREAKING BARRIERS: From Vision to Execution
Beyond the Screen 2026
LEADERSHIP MASTERCLASS & EGLP GRADUATION
- When
- 21 November 2026
- Where
- MERIT HOUSE, Abuja, Nigeria
- The room
- 150 seats
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- 9 leadership masterclasses
- Mentor lounge
- Innovation lab
- Alumni network access
01 — About this edition
Why we are gathering.
The 2026 edition of Beyond The Screen tackles the gap between what young Africans watch and what they are equipped to build, breaking barriers from vision to execution.
Beyond the Screen 2026 gathers young people, experienced leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, innovators and professionals for two days of practical leadership development.
Every session is built around one question: what will you build after this?
What to expect
Leadership masterclasses across nine practical disciplines.
A mentor lounge pairing participants with industry leaders.
An innovation lab for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Entry into the Beyond the Screen alumni network.
02 — Tickets
Choose how you want to show up.
Every tier gives you the summit. The difference is how close you get to the people in it.
Executive Ticket
For leaders and organisations seeking exclusive access, meaningful conversations, and valuable connections.
₦50,000
per seat
- Reserved front-row seating
- Direct networking opportunity with Guests
- Invitation to Post event "Inside the Boardroom session" with A.S Yunusa
- Live presentation of certificate
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03 — Speakers
Who you will hear from.
FACILITATORS
3 speakers
ABDULMALIK MAHDI
MD/CEO; MODERN SHELTERS
Abdulmalik is the founder and CEO of Modern Shelter Systems & Services Limited, a leading real estate development company based in Abuja, Nigeria. The company was established in 2015 to bridge the gap between developers, financiers and off-takers in the real estate space. Over the last 18 years, Abdulmalik has garnered experience in Banking, Marketing, Financial Modeling, and Customer Management experience. Abdulmalik has several Leadership and Management Certifications, an MBA from IESE Business School Barcelona, Master's in Islamic Finance from the Islamic Finance University of Malaysia - INCEIF, and B.Sc in Political Science from Bayero University Kano (BUK), Kano State. He is a proud old boy of Kings College, Lagos. Abdulmalik is married and blessed with children.
ADISON RUTH ADI
MD/CEO; Lexa Travels and Tours
Adison Ruth Adi is a Nigerian entrepreneur and travel and tourism professional, serving as the Managing Director and CEO of Lexa Travels and Tours Ltd., an Abuja based company providing travel, tourism, international education, and mobility solutions. She combines hands on entrepreneurial experience with professional training in Travel Agency Management and Air Ticketing and Reservations, an HND in Office Technology and Management, and advanced business management studies at the University of Abuja Business School. She is also a member of the Nigeria Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA). Passionate about enterprise development and youth empowerment, Adison is committed to inspiring emerging entrepreneurs to embrace innovation, build sustainable businesses, and translate their ideas into meaningful impact.
A.S YUNUSA
MD; Mcdream Concepts Ltd
Engr. A.S. Yunusa is a business leader, real estate development executive, and African development strategist working at the intersection of enterprise, leadership, and economic development. As Managing Director of McDream Concepts Ltd, he leads real estate development initiatives and has contributed to major projects, including Kano Economic City, and developments contributing to over 5,000 housing units across Nigeria. He is the founder of EASYNEC Global Impact Ltd, where he builds platforms that connect business leaders, develop emerging African leaders, and translate ideas into practical impact. Through several Initiatives, he advances leadership development, cross-sector collaboration, enterprise growth, education and community development. Passionate about strategic execution and effective leadership, Yunusa believes that a compelling vision must be clearly communicated, shared, and translated into collective action to deliver lasting results.
Also speaking
1 speaker
FACILITATORS
Chairman; Mcdream Group of Companies
Engr. Ismail Zubair is a civil engineer, diversified entrepreneur, and business leader with interests spanning real estate development, renewable energy, facility management, heavy-duty equipment rentals, and commercial property leasing. He is the Chairman of MCDREAM Group of Companies, an emerging business group focused on delivering integrated solutions across the built environment, infrastructure support, and energy sectors. Through his leadership of McDream Concepts Ltd and related business ventures, he drives strategic growth, enterprise development, and the delivery of residential and commercial real estate projects. With a professional background in civil engineering and extensive experience in construction and property development, he is committed to building sustainable businesses, creating economic opportunities, and delivering lasting value.
Venue
Where it happens.
MERIT HOUSE
Nigerian National Merit Award House, Aguyi Ironsi Str, Maitama
Abuja, Nigeria
Scholarship
Apply for a sponsored seat
Students and corps members can apply for a scholarship seat at the summit. Applications are reviewed and you will hear back by email.
2026 Edition
Come and build beyond the screen.
Because Africa's future will not be determined by what young people watch on their screens, but by what they choose to build beyond them.