Yinka Akanbi

Occupation: Film Director, Producer, Writer, Scriptwriter, Actor

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Biography

CAREER

Yinka Akanbi is a celebrated film director, producer, writer, and scriptwriter with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He is the founder and CEO of Pisces Audio-Visual Limited, a leading production company in Lagos, Nigeria. Akanbi has written and directed numerous documentaries, TV commercials, films, and dramas, including “Eyes Wide Open”, “Daodu of Nigerian Theatre”, and “Treasures of Nigeria”, which has been nominated for an award. He has also produced two home videos, “Yemisi Owereke” and “Ewonlaafin”, which was showcased at the Toscana Festival in Italy. His TV soaps include “This Life”, “Odd World”, “Behind the Siege”, and “So Wrong So Wright”. Currently, he is working on a documentary about the Gelede Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. As a seasoned film producer, actor, scriptwriter, and director, Yinka has consistently created culturally relevant and family-friendly content, including films, TV series, TV commercials, and documentaries.

PERSONAL LIFE

Through his work, Yinka has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to promoting Nigerian culture and values, making him a beacon of excellence in the industry. His dedication to his craft has not only entertained audiences but also educated and inspired countless individuals.