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Jide Martin, founder of Comic Republic, takes us on an exhilarating journey from audacious beginnings to global recognition. Discover how a superhuman level of self-belief transformed a \"crazy idea\" into one of Nigeria's biggest multimedia powerhouses.


From developing a unique freemium model to signing landmark deals with industry giants, Jide shares the trials, triumphs, and invaluable lessons learned while building Comic Republic, brick by brick.


Join us for an inspiring conversation about defying norms, fostering local talent, and taking African stories to the global stage. Learn how Jide turned his passion for comics into a multimedia empire, and gain insights that could fuel your own journey.


Key Highlights:

• The bold decision to keep comics free and prioritize digital distribution

• Navigating talent acquisition and retention in Nigeria's competitive market

• Inside Comic Republic's 10+ departments and their synergistic workflow

• The four-year journey to signing with CAA, while retaining IP ownership

• Unpacking the groundbreaking deal with Universal Studio Group & Mad Massive

• The delicate balance of creative control in international partnerships

• Why building Africa's own media infrastructure is crucial


Our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thisisbrickbybrick


Comic Republic: https://thecomicrepublic.com/site/home.html 



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