The Naija Filmmaker

Toluwani Obayan is a screenwriter, best known for writing films like Ponzi, and This Lady Called Life. She is also the author of the book titled Becoming A Spectacular Woman.

We explore the journey of a writer and filmmaker who shares her experiences and lessons learned in the creative process. From struggling with a lack of inspiration and self-doubt to finding therapeutic value in writing, the guest discusses the importance of vu...

Temitope "Oluwadabest" Dada is a Commercial and Documentary Filmmaker with several years of experience in Graphics Design, Photography, and Cinematography. He currently works as a Director and Creative lead at his company, FilmbyDT Production Company

He emphasizes the importance of building relationships and maintaining professionalism in the creative industry. Oluwadabest share insights on handling recurring clients, the role of a ...

Sele Got is a film director and producer. He explores how to collaborate properly.

We dive into the crucial topic of collaboration. Sele Got discusses the two main forms of collaboration and shares tips on how to make it work better. Whether it's collaborating on film projects or through relationships with mentors and friends, collaboration is essential for success. Join us as we explore the beauty of collaboration and how it challe...

Daniel Oriahi is a Nigerian filmmaker who has directed Taxi Driver Oko Ashewo, Sylvia, and a hand full of web series and TV movies.

He shares his journey in the film industry and his insights on directing. Daniel talks about his early exposure to foreign content through his father's collection of VHS tapes, his experience studying at the National Film Institute in Jos, and his journey in making films that can travel while still main...

Jemima Damina is a producer, director, and co-founder of Neptune3 Studios. We talk about starting the studio with her sisters, creating the viral young adult show "Best Friends In The World" and her evolution over the years.

Jemima Damina is a Nigerian producer, director, and filmmaker who, along with her siblings, co-founded Neptune3 Studios. With a passion for creating content for young adults, Jemima has been instrumental in the ...

Yemi Bamiro is a documentary director known for "One Man In His Shoes" & "Super Eagles 96".

Filmmaker Yemi Bamiro takes us on a journey through the world of documentary filmmaking, sharing his personal experiences and insights. From his start at MTV to his critically acclaimed films on sneaker culture and Nigerian football, Bamiro discusses the challenges and triumphs of creating documentaries that captivate audiences. He also r...

Sele Got is a film director and producer. He explores the benefits of rejection to filmmakers.

We delve into the world of rejection in the film industry, exploring the experiences of successful filmmakers who have faced rejection and come out on top. From Steven Spielberg to the writer of Squid Game, we discuss the importance of persistence, mental toughness, and self-evaluation when dealing with rejection. With insights from indust...

Wale Adetula is the CEO of TNC Africa. He discusses the company’s mission of taking African stories to the world.

TNC Africa has used data-driven decision-making to great success. They used data to inform their decision to launch their content on YouTube. They were able to use the data to determine their potential viewers’ likes, dislikes, and what would excite them. Adetula explains that when they started their podcast, they used d...

Anita Eboigbe is the co-founder of Inside Nollywood, focused on improving the quality of conversations in Nollywood.

Discover how Anita's background in communication, finance, and investment, combined with her love for numbers, drove her to develop data-driven insights for the Nollywood film industry. In this compelling conversation, we dive into the creation of spaces for important discussions such as the series on horrible bosses,...

Damilola Orimogunje is a Nigerian film writer, director, and producer. He has directed short films such as Family and Losing My Religion, and his debut feature film, For Maria.

Damilola Orimogunje had always been attracted to good storytelling, so he used his writing skills to explore filmmaking, starting with short films and eventually his first feature film. He learned a lot through attending film festivals, where he discovered fi...

In this episode, my guest is Chioma Onyenwe. She is a storyteller, art curator, and deep-sea diver.

We talk about producing projects across mediums, festival programming, and what it means to truly direct a project.

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In this episode, my guests are Precious Asuai and Oluwatosin Oyalegan . They directed different parts of their anthology feature, Something Special.

We talk about being multi-disciplinary filmmakers, working with low budgets and release strategies.

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In this episode, my guests are Oluwatosin Oyalegan and Precious Asuai . They directed different parts of their anthology feature, Something Special.

We talk about their first films, the three stories in Something Special, and working with a 2-week old baby.

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In this episode, my guest is Ikeade Oriade. He is the managing editor of What Kept Me Up, a digital media agency offering press solutions for Nollywood.

We talk about gatekeepers, film festivals, and the role of the press in the growth of the film industry.

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In this episode, we have a special guest, Mr. C of Iroko Critic hosting and exploring the creation of the "Finding Idara" web series with the director, Sele Got, and lead actress, Blessing Uzero who plays Idara Abasi.

We talk about the audition process and experiences from the set, as we also learn some random facts about them.

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In this episode, my guest is Chidinma Igbokweuche. She is a writer, director, and producer. She also founded Nollydata, Nollywood's first database website.

We talk about her start as a writer, the Accelerate filmmaker project, and running Nollydata.

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In this episode, my guest is Victoria Popoola. She is the CEO of TalentX Africa, a film financing marketplace. She utilizes her experience in finance and venture capital to connect creatives to investors

We talk about the services offered by TalentX, their plans for the film industry, and what Victoria likes to watch.

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