August 12, 1962 (64 years old)
Abeokuta, Nigeria
NG
Niji Akanni (born August 12, 1962, Abeokuta, Ogun State) is a revered Nigerian dramatist, screenwriter, director, and producer. He earned a BA in Dramatic Arts from Obafemi Awolowo University, an MA in Film Studies from the University of Ibadan, and an MFA in Screenplay Writing & Directing from India’s FTII. His major works include Aramotu, which won Best Nigerian Film at AMAA 2011, and Heroes & Zeros, which secured Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Editing at AMAA 2013. He also contributed to reality TV (e.g. Big Brother Nigeria) and teaches film theory and practice.
Primary craft
directing, writing
Birth date
August 12, 1962
Latest project
Heroes and Zeros
Awards
0 wins, 0 nominations
Credits
| Year | Title | Role | SpicyMeter | NollyCritic | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Heroes and Zeros | crew |
0.0 |
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| 2012 | Heroes and Zeros | crew | 0.0 | — | — |
