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In 2006, Ayeni founded Black House Media, a company specializing in public relations services. Over time, the company expanded and established subsidiaries including ID Africa, Plaqad, Neusroom, 234Star, NET, Orin, NET Shop, and NEC. In 2012, Ayeni led a team of software and content developers in
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Nigeria to introduce the BHM App, a public relations app designed for experts in the field.
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