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Ade Adepitan is an award-winning TV presenter, author, and Paralympic medallist, who has become one of the most recognisable and respected voices in broadcasting today. Known for his engaging documentaries and live presenting, Ade works regularly with the BBC and Channel 4, fronting programmes such as The Travel Show, Africa with Ade Adepitan, and Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline. As a speaker, he covers a range of topics including diversity and inclusion, disability awareness, overcoming adversity, and climate change. His personal journey, combined with his work on global issues, makes him an inspiring and thought-provoking presence on stage.
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Ade contracted polio as a baby, resulting in the paralysis of his left leg. He moved to the UK as a young child and grew up in East London, where he developed a passion for sport, particularly wheelchair basketball. After years of hard work and determination, Ade represented Great Britain in wheelchair basketball, winning a bronze medal at the 2004 Athens Paralympic Games and a silver medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games. His sporting achievements laid the foundation for his career in television, where he initially presented children’s programmes before progressing to documentaries and major sports coverage.
In recent years, Ade has continued to break new ground as a documentary presenter and climate change advocate. His BBC series, Africa with Ade Adepitan explored modern life across Africa, while Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline shed light on the impact of climate change on vulnerable communities around the world. Ade has also authored a popular children’s book series, Cyborg Cat, which champions inclusion and diversity. In recognition of his work both on and off screen, he was appointed an MBE in 2005 for services to disability sport and was further honoured in 2019 for his contributions to broadcasting and advocacy.
Organisations hire Ade because he speaks with authenticity, energy, and authority. His story of resilience and achievement resonates with a wide variety of audiences, and his expertise on social issues, sport, and climate change offers invaluable insight. Ade inspires others to embrace diversity, challenge limitations, and make a positive difference in their own lives and communities.
Ade Adepitan is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Funny, personal, raw and very emotional – there were a number of red eyes in the audience.”
“Ade was absolutely fantastic and really connected with the audience. He was completely as I expected him to be after reading some of the bios on him on the internet a really nice person and very down to earth with an interesting story to hear.The audience really enjoyed it, they had lots of questions to ask at the end and were still asking questions during the drinks reception after the talk which Ade seemed more than happy to respond to.”
“Ade was extremely amenable and relaxed – he gave us some fantastic quotes and a brilliant interview.”
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