Learn
Understand what AI actually is, in plain language.
Abakaliki's first practical AI summit
Learn. Leverage.
Build. Earn.
One room for students, entrepreneurs, creators and professionals to stop just hearing about AI — and start using it.
01 / The Summit
About THE SHIFT 2026
THE SHIFT 2026 is a one-day AI Summit designed to move people from curiosity to understanding, from ideas to creation, and from skills to real opportunities. Built for students, entrepreneurs, creators, professionals and the simply curious, THE SHIFT is practical, not theoretical — built around live demonstrations, hands-on experiences and real conversations about what AI can actually do for you.
Leverage
See AI in action — saving time, sharpening work, solving problems.
Build
Watch an idea become something real, live on stage.
Earn
Turn AI skills into services, opportunities and income.
02 / The Day
Your day at THE SHIFT
Saturday, 24 October 2026 · 9:00 AM–1:00 PM · Bethel City Auditorium, Abakaliki
03 / Voices of the Shift
Meet our speakers and panelists
Speakers
Speaker · Digital entrepreneurship & AI products
Jinadu Abisola Samuel
Founder of TheMainCEOs. He helps entrepreneurs build businesses and practical digital products using marketing, systems and AI.
Speaker · AI, machine learning & education
Chijioke Prosper Ekoyo (Mr. Spella)
AI and machine learning engineer and founder of SpellaHub, building digital skills and community-driven technology solutions.
Speaker · Real estate & business strategy
Jasper Ifeanyi
CEO of Success Haven Group, educator and author helping real estate professionals build structured, scalable businesses.
Panelists
Panelist · African history & digital storytelling
King Ezeh
Content creator and cultural commentator making African history, identity and indigenous knowledge accessible through digital media.
Panelist · Content marketing & entrepreneurship
Ugochukwu Onuoha
Lawyer, content marketing strategist and founder of Passion to Profit Conference, exploring branding, storytelling and practical AI for business.
Panelist · AI products & learning technology
Harper Kollins
Co-founder and CEO of HK AI and founder of Harper Kollins Academy, building AI learning tools and teaching practical AI skills. Explore HK AI →
Convener / FounderClosesellerTv
Leading the vision, partnerships and delivery of THE SHIFT 2026.
04 / The Contest
Create with AI.
Get discovered.
The AI Creative Contest is where THE SHIFT theme comes to life. Pick a category, create something original with AI, post it publicly, and you could be one of our finalists — live on stage at THE SHIFT 2026.
30 creators. 10 finalists. 4 category winners. 1 Creator of the Year.
Ask about the contest →AI Artwork
Digital art, creative visuals, AI photography
AI Writing
Short stories, scripts, spoken word
AI Movies / Comedy
Short films, skits, creative AI videos
AI Music
AI-assisted songs, instrumentals, jingles
Interested in the contest?
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05 / Get Involved
Help move THE SHIFT.
THE SHIFT 2026 welcomes organisations and individuals who believe in what practical AI education can do for Abakaliki. Whether it's sponsorship, media coverage, or in-kind support, here's how a partnership works.
What we provide
- A written partnership scope and one point of contact
- Brand visibility across approved event and social materials
- Recognition during the event and in post-event content
- Programme updates and a post-event summary
What we ask
- Confirm the type, value and delivery date of support
- Provide approved logos and assets on time
- Deliver agreed support as scoped
- Respect attendee privacy and programme independence
Partnerships Now Open
Partner with THE SHIFT 2026
Title Partner
Lead visibility across the summit, campaign and attendee experience.
Gold Partner
Strong visibility with a stage moment and booth presence.
Silver Partner
Solid brand presence across materials and the event day.
Community Partner
Support access for students and young creators.
Make the Shift
Your seat is waiting.
Join the movement shifting how Abakaliki thinks about AI.
Register Now →The Countdown
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