Speaker Profile

Idi Nasiru

Senior Program Officer at Breakthrough ACTION-Nigeria.

Idi Nasiru, a seasoned professional in behavior and social change communication, specializes in Maternal, Newborn, and Child health, and Nutrition. Serving as a senior program officer at Breakthrough ACTION-Nigeria, a Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs initiative, Idi is the creative force behind the flagship SBC radio drama, Albishirin Ku! With over 12 years of experience in the development and media industry, he has established himself as a versatile and driven communication expert.

His proficiency spans the creative and technical aspects of film, television, radio, and digital platforms. As a skilled communicator and content creator, Idi delivers high-quality, budget-friendly content using solid research, design, and production skills. Demonstrating leadership, he excels in team management and partnership building, honed over the years of his career.

An alumnus of Berlinale and Durban Talent Campuses, Idi gained invaluable experience and training in the media industry. As the creator and producer of multiple seasons of impactful radio drama content, Idi continues to captivate a massive audience.

In his earlier days as a film student, Idi made history as the first Nigerian to compete for the Student Academy Awards of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2010. Today, as he continues to leave an indelible mark on the development world, Idi is poised to make a significant impact in Nigeria and beyond.