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List Of Nigerian Film Producers
This is a list of notable Nigerian film producers. * Abdalla Uba Adamu * Adegboyega Dosunmu Amororo II * Adekunle Adejuyigbe * Ado Ahmad Gidan Dabino * Afro Candy * Aisha Augie-Kuta * Akanimo Odon * Akin Ogungbe * Remi Abiola * Toyin Abraham * Genevieve Nnaji * Judith Audu * Odunlade Adekola * Yewande Adekoya * Dolapo 'LowlaDee' Adeleke * Wale Adenuga * Funsho Adeolu * Kareem Adepoju * Ayo Adesanya * Sikiru Adesina * Eric Aghimien * Niji Akanni * Biola Alabi * Bose Alao * Eddy Young * Mahmood Ali-Balogun * Fred Amata * Jeta Amata * Bolaji Amusan * Chika Anadu * Chet Anekwe * Chineze Anyaene * Pascal Atuma * Gloria Bamiloye * Michelle Bello * Sadiq Daba * Regina Daniels * Caroline Danjuma * Emamode Edosio * Albert Egbe * Zeb Ejiro * Tam Fiofori * Mercy Aigbe Gentry * Shan George * Paul Igwe * Chris Ihidero * Rotimi Adelola * Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen * Moses Inwang * Emem Isong * Ruth Kadiri * Tunde Kelani * Bisi Komolafe * Obafemi Lasode * Akin Lewis * Lola Margaret ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Abdalla Uba Adamu
Abdalla Uba Adamu (born 25 April 1956) is a Nigerian academic, educator, publisher and media scholar. He taught media and science education courses in many Nigerian universities and around the world, including serving as a European Union Visiting Professor at University of Warsaw, Poland, in 2012, visiting professor, Rutgers University, New Jersey, and visiting professor, University of Florida in 2010. Adamu holds double professorships in Science Education and Media and Cultural Communication, both from Bayero University, Kano, in 1997 and 2012 respectively. Adamu was Fulbright African Senior Research Scholar in 1991, he is also the developer of ‘hooked’ Hausa language character font sets (ɓ Ɓ ɗ Ɗ ƙ Ƙ), which were not present at the advent of the Internet. He was the Vice-Chancellor of National Open University of Nigeria from 2016 to February 11, 2021. He is due to begin work as Sabbatical Visitor at Kaduna State University, Kaduna, on March 1, 2021. Early life and educa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kareem Adepoju
Alhaji Kareem Adepoju popularly known as "Baba Wande" is a Nigerian film actor, writer and producer who shot to limelight in 1993 after he starred as "Oloye Otun" in the movie titled '' Ti Oluwa Ni Ile''. Selected filmography *'' Oluweri Magboojo'' *'' Ti Oluwa Ni Ile'' *'' Ayọ Ni Mọ Fẹ'' *'' Abeni'' *''Arugba'' *''Igbekun'' *''Òbúko Dúdú'' *''Ika lomo ejo'' *’’Enu Eye(2010)‘’ *’’Anikulapo (2022)’’ See also * List of Nigerian film producers This is a list of notable Nigerian film producers. * Abdalla Uba Adamu * Adegboyega Dosunmu Amororo II * Adekunle Adejuyigbe * Ado Ahmad Gidan Dabino * Afro Candy * Aisha Augie-Kuta * Akanimo Odon * Akin Ogungbe * Remi Abiola * Toyin Abraha ... References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Adepoju, Kareem Living people Nigerian male film actors Nigerian film producers Yoruba male actors Male actors in Yoruba cinema 20th-century Nigerian male actors 21st-century Nigerian male actors Year of birth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chet Anekwe
Chet Anekwe is an actor and filmmaker who was born in Nigeria and raised in New York City. His work spans Hollywood, Nollywood and the New York Theater. Filmography Awards and nominations Other awards *1997 AUDELCO award nominee, Best Performance in a Musical, Male for Chap Am So (The Amistad Story) *2006 'VIV' AUDELCO Award Winner Best Ensemble for Real Black Men Don't Sit Crossed Legged on the Floor (Collage in blues) *2011 Nollywood and African Film Critics Awards (NAFCA) Winner: Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Diaspora, Paparazzi *2012 Nollywood Film Critics Award (NAFCA) Winner: Best Actor – Diaspora, Unwanted Guest *2014 Nollywood & African Film Critics' Awards (NAFCA) award nominee, Best Actor in Supporting role Diaspora Film (When One Door Closes) See also * List of Nigerian film producers * List of Nigerian actors * List of Nigerian Americans This is a list of notable Nigerian Americans, including both original immigrants who obtaine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chika Anadu
Chika Anadu is a Nigerian filmmaker best known for the film ''B for Boy'' (2013). She has also written and produced several short films. Anadu's films are known for tackling issues of gender discrimination and cultural pressures surrounding tradition in Nigeria. Early life Chika Anadu was born November 1980 in Lagos, Nigeria. When she was 16 she moved to England to continue her education. While there, she did her 'A' Levels, completed her first degree in Law and Criminology, and got an MA in African Studies: Human and Sustainable Development. In an interview with the New York Film Academy, Anadu states that she loved films throughout her early life, but it was not until 2006 that she thought of being a director as a realistic career for herself. Anadu went back to Nigeria in 2006 to complete her Youth Service, a compulsory government work program for Nigerian citizens with university degrees. During her stay, she saw the Italian film ''Cinema Paradiso'' (1988) and was struck by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bolaji Amusan
Bolaji Amusan (born 15 October 1966), known by his comic persona Mr Latin, is a Nigerian comic actor, filmmaker, director and producer. Since 2018 he has been president of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria. Early life and career Amusan was born at Gbongan, the headquarters of Aiyedaade Local Government Area in Osun State, southwestern Nigeria. He began acting in 1988, became a comedian in 1991, and acquired the name Mr Latin after he spoke French while acting in the 1992 film ''50-50'' produced by Akin Ogungbe, who mistook it for Latin. He has produced over 40 movies, mostly comedies, and is the CEO of Mr. Latin TV and the Mr. Latin Foundation. Amusan joined the Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners, now the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria, in 1989; after serving in local posts, he was governor for Ogun State in 2006–2010, later became director for organization and business, and in 2018 was elected its p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeta Amata
Jeta Amata is a Nigerian filmmaker, born on August 21, 1974, to popular Nigerian actor Zack Amata. He comes from a family of veteran filmmakers including Ifoghale Amata, Zack Amata and Fred Amata. Growing up in the film industry, following his family's passion for film, Jeta produced and directed his first film at the age of 21, making it no surprise when he began to rise in the world of film and entertainment. Education Amata studied Theater Arts at Benue State University in Makurdi, Nigeria. Global production and acclaim His work first went global when he produced a documentary film for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) in 2003, using his film ''Game of Life'' as footage for the documentary. He holds 53 nominations and 10 wins for film awards in Africa, Europe and the United States, and is considered one of the most successful filmmakers to come out of West Africa. Summary of works Debut film Debuting his movie ''Alexa Affair'' at the 2004 Berlin Film Festival woul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fred Amata
Fred Amata is a Nigerian actor, producer and director. A graduate of Theatre Arts from the University of Jos, Fred shot into limelight in 1986 for his role in a film titled ''Legacy''. He currently serves as the President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria, since 27 February 2016. Partial filmography *''Legacy'' (1996) *''Mortal Inheritance'' (1996) *''Light & Darkness'' (2001) *''My Love'' (2002) *''Keeping Faith: Is That Love?'' (2002) *''Black Mamba'' (2002) *''The Return'' (2003) *''Hand of God'' (2003) - Nnamdi *''Dangerous Desire'' (2003) *''The London Boy'' (2004) *''A Kiss From Rose'' (2004) *''Fated'' (2005) - Jude (Nigerian Version) *''Wheel of Change'' (2005) *''Hidden Treasures'' (2005) *''Emotional Hazard'' (2005) - Chidi *''Anini'' (2005) - Baba Kingsley *''She: You Must Obey'' (2006) *''She2: You Must Obey'' (2006) *''She3: You Must Obey'' (2006) *''Family Affair'' (2006) *'' The Amazing Grace'' (2006) - Etim *''The Empire'' (2006) - Tony Odogwu *'' Letters to a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mahmood Ali-Balogun
Mahmood Ali-Balogun is a Nigerian filmmaker, cultural worker and the managing director of Brickwall Communications Limited. He directed the multiple award-winning film ' Tango With Me'. He is the Chairman of the Audio Visual Rights Society (AVRS) of Nigeria (2). Early life and career Mahmood Ali-Balogun was born on July 19, 1959 and grew up in Northern Nigeria. He is an Alumnus of University of Ife, now the Obafemi Awolowo University where he studied Dramatic Arts specialized in film and television production. Mahmood's career has evolved over the years from being an actor, to director, producer, industry leader, film consultant and ambassador in the Film making industry. Since 1999 Mahmood has also directed six award winning documentaries. Filmography Industry roles * Member: Advisory Council for the Nigerian Film Industry * Member: Advisory Board, African Movies Academy Awards AMAA * President: 9th Congress, Federation Panafricaine Des Cineates (FEPACI). South Afri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eddy Young
Edward Young (born Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon) is a Nigerians, Nigerian filmmaker known for his debut production film ''Kasanova'' that became a box office success as the List of Nigerian films of 2019, highest grossing Nigerian film in September 2019. He was recognized by the Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II in 2020 for his contributions in the Nollywood sector. Life Eddy was born to the family of Mr and Mrs Erhahon in Benin City, Benin city, Edo State, Edo state, Nigeria. He had all his Education in Benin city and received a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science degree in Adult and Non-Formal Education from the University of Benin (Nigeria), University of Benin. His Career started as an on Air personality with Independent Television and Radio Benin and later served in Hitfm Calabar. His major industry break was in January 2019 when he produced Kasanova which has received reviews from critics and viewers, the film made its debut in Nigerian cinema in Se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bose Alao
Bose Alao Omotoyossi (born 6 January 1985) is a Nigerian Nollywood actress and producer. Early life Bose was born in Lagos in a family of 5, as the 4th child. She came to prominence after her performance in a Yoruba Nollywood movie titled Itakun. Bose completed her primary school education at Command Children School and attended Gideon Comprehensive High School graduating in 2002. Her tertiary education was at University of Lagos - where she was due to study biology (differed her admission after she conceived shortly after her introduction, due to multiple births, she was unable to go back). She attended Lagos City Polytechnic Ikeja where she obtained a National Diploma in Business Administration. Career Bose is a Professional Nollywood actor, Filmmaker, Endorsement Model, and Entrepreneur. Personal life Bose is married to Razak Omotoyossi a Nigerian-born Beninese footballer and is the mother of 4 girls. Production *''Imoran Ika''(2006) *''Opa Abo''(2007) *''Olasubomi''(201 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Biola Alabi
Biola Alabi is a Nigerian businesswoman. She is the CEO of Biola Alabi Media (BAM), a production company that produces TV series and movies for the Nigerian market, such as the food travel series ''Bukas and Joints,'' movies; '' Lara and the Beat'' and Banana Island Ghost. She previously served as Managing Director for M-Net Africa part of the globally-renowned Naspers Group, where she launched seven Africa Magic channels including the indigenous language channels; Africa Magic Yoruba and Hausa. She also developed the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards which is regarded as the “African Oscars”. Biola Alabi is an angel investor and advisor in the fast-growing African technology and media startup ecosystem. She is a limited partner in numerous funds, and has invested in companies like Trove Technologies, and Chekkit. She is a Non-Executive Director at Unilever Nigeria PLC, a member of the board of directors at Monty Mobile, and the Chairwoman of Big Cabal Media. Early l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Niji Akanni
Niji Akanni is a Nigerian dramatist, screenwriter, director, producer and filmmaker. Education Akanni received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dramatic Arts from Obafemi Awolowo University and a master's degree in Film Studies from the University of Ibadan as well as a professional master's degree (MFA) in Screenplay Writing and Film Directing from the Film and Television Institute of India. Career He has scripted, co-scripted and directed several notable Nigerian films and reality shows. As one of Nigeria's official three theatrical presentations at the 2012 Cultural Olympiad in London, he directed ''The Lion and the Jewel'', a play by Nigerian writer, Professor Wole Soyinka that was first performed in 1959. In 2005, he was Assistant Director of the first season of Amstel Malta Box Office, a Nigerian Reality Television Show. In 2006, he was Content Director on Big Brother Nigeria, the same year he co-scripted, '' The Narrow Path'', a 95 minutes film produced by Mainframe Films a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
