5th December, 2022
These are top 10 movies producers in Nollywood compiled by PM News
Toyin Abraham
Toyin Abraham is a fantastic actress, director, and producer who has been making a name for herself in the film industry since 2003. She is best known for her acclaimed roles in ‘Alani Baba Labake’ and ‘Ebimi ni’. Toyin also starred in the popular movie, ‘Black Val’. She produced movies like ‘Ijakumo’ which only adds to her list of impressive achievements.
Toyin Abraham is truly a remarkable talent, and her contributions to the Nigerian film industry are highly commendable.
Kunle Afolayan
Kunle Afolayan is a filmmaker with an exceptional talent. He has produced and directed some amazing films, such as ‘The Figurine’ (Araromire), ‘PhoneSwap’, ‘The CEO’, ‘Omugwo’, ‘October 1’, ‘Mokalik’, ‘Citation etc.
He is the owner and founder of Golden Effect Pictures, Afolayan is involved in film equipment and rentals, and has film consulting company. His KapHub, which embodies Kap Film and Television Academy, Kap Television, Kap Cinema, Kap Motion Pictures, is involved in film production, while Afefeyeye Restaurant & Bar and Ire Clothings are among his business concerns.
Afolayan even struck a deal with Netflix in 2021 to make three original films with the first being Swallow, which is a screen adaptation of Sefi Atta’s book of the same title.
Joy Grant-Ekong
Joy Grant-Ekong is a movie producer that is truly a master of her craft. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. Joy has gained a reputation as one of the best filmmakers in Nollywood. She is an award winning, prolific, and immensely talented filmmaker who is known for his hyper creative filmmaking expertise and movie production consulting. She has received many accolades for her work, including an award for her movie ‘HellRide’ at the 2022 Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival in Canada, and Best Picture award at the Zuma Film festival 2022 in Abuja, Nigeria.
Toka Mcbaror
Toka McBaror is an amazing film director/producer that has been making waves in the Nigerian film industry. He was born and raised in Kaduna, Nigeria, McBaror has quickly gained a reputation as a jack and master of all filmmaking tricks and trades. He is a multiple award winning and talented filmmaker who is known for his hyper creative filmmaking coaching and movie production consulting. He has received many accolades for his work, including an award nomination for ‘Kada River’ at the 2018 Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival in Canada, and six award wins for the movie, ‘Lotanna’.
Muyiwa Ademola
Muyiwa Ademola is a renowned Nigerian movie director/producer who started his career in the film industry in 1991. He was trained by S.I. Ola, a respected movie director, and he has been involved in directing, producing and acting in numerous Yoruba Nollywood films since 1995. His first script to be turned into a movie was entitled ‘Asise’ (Blunder) which was sponsored by Dibel. Ademola continues to make impactful films today that are popular across Nigeria and beyond.
Babatunde Agunloye
Famous director, editor, writer, producer, and co-founder of Great and Mighty Things Inc. Babatunde Faruk Agunloye has over decades of expertise in the motion picture industry.
Babatunde has a diploma in film production from the Toronto Film School and possesses strong writing, editing, and directing skills for the film industry. He has written two feature film scripts that are now in development in addition to directing a few short films, documentaries, and PSAs.
Tope Oshin
Tope Oshin is a Nigerian film director/producer whose films have been highly acclaimed and reviewed by the international audience. She has directed many TV shows, films, and documentaries that focus on exploring themes related to identity, history, gender and contemporary issues in African society.
Oshin got recognition as one of the “Okay 100 Women” of 2017 by OkayAfrica.
Her film and television credits include ‘New Money’, ‘Journey To Self’, ‘InLine’, ‘Ireti’, ‘The Young Smoker’, ‘UpNorth’, ‘MTV Shuga Naija 4’ (Season 8), ‘The Wedding Party 2’ and ‘Fifty’, and her documentary, ‘Amaka’s Kin: The Women Of Nollywood’.
She studied filmmaking at the Colorado Film School, Denver, and cinematography at MetFilm School, London. She also runs Sunbow Productions, which she considers her “film artist collective,” with a mission of “changing the world, one frame at a time.
Jadesola Osiberu
Jadesola Osiberu is an award-winning filmmaker, screenwriter, director, and producer who has made a name for herself in the movie industry. She is well known for producing hit films like ‘Isoken’, ‘Gidi Up’ and ‘The Juice for Ndani TV’. She got recognition with multiple awards, including an African Movie Academy Award nomination for Best Director, and winning the Best Filmmaker award at the 2018 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Jadesola is also the founder and CEO of Greoh Studios, furthering her success as a Nigerian movie director.
Obi Emelonye
Obi Emelonye is an exceptional filmmaker known for his compelling storytelling. He has produced and directed films such as ‘Last Flight to Abuja’ (2012), ‘Onye Ozi’ (2013) and ‘Black Mail (2022). His directing style focuses on strong characterisation, while emphasizing the emotional journey of his characters in gripping narratives. Obi Emelonye is an accomplished director with an eye for detail and excellent storytelling skills.
Kemi Adetiba
Kemi Adetiba is a Nigerian film director and producer. She is one of the most celebrated female filmmakers in Nigeria. Kemi has created many iconic characters that fans love to watch. Her storytelling skills and visual are amazing. She has earned several awards for her work, including an award for best music director of the year from Headies in 2014,and City People entertainment award for Best Music Director of the year. She has directed several feature length films,including ‘King of Boy’ and the award-winning ‘The Wedding Party 1.