Enyioha Ibeku
SamPhrank
Entrepreneur Philanthropist
Samfrank Abarikwu (SamPhrank) is one of Nigeria’s brightest minds in the entertainment and hospitality industry. He has carved a niche for himself as a successful publicist & talent manager, entrepreneur and philanthropist.
With almost 12 years experience that spans across public relations, entertainment & core talent management, Sam Phrank has left an indelible mark to solidify him as the man with the Midas touch and a leader of the new generation. In 2020, Notjustok featured him as one of the most influential afrobeat power players in executive and management
In entertainment, Sam Phrank is best known as business and talent manager for afrobeat sensation – Mayorkun. He has also worked in various capacities with other global acts like Davido (HKN & later DMW), Cuppy, Dj Obi, Runtown & more.
Samphrank worked with The Plug entertainment where he was mentored by Asa Asika & Bizzle Osikoya. He later went on to set up Avante Entertainment, which was home to the award winning duo – Ajebo Hustlers between 2020 – 2025.
In Entrepreneurship, Samphrank co-founded Mercury Lagos (a rooftop lounge and restaurant) in 2023, Mercury has since risen to become one of the most popular spots reshaping nightlife in the ever bubbling mega city of Lagos.
He has also founded The Free Beverage company, an establishment centred on the production of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, positioning Samphrank as young and enterprising industrialist.
In Philanthropy, Samphrank set up The Enyioha Foundation in 2023, an ode to his father who had lived his whole life impacting knowledge across different generations. The Foundation has been involved in a lot of charity projects in Umuahia, Abia state including Annual Enyioha STEM scholarship, Free university entrance examinations & even charity football tournaments to foster unity within Ibeku.
Samphrank is widely travelled and is always eager to meet bright people with great ideas.
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