Veteran film maker Dimeji Ajibola is dead

The Nigerian movie industry is grieving the loss of Dimeji Ajibola, celebrated director and visionary behind the popular series Shanty Town, who passed away early on November 3 after battling an undisclosed illness.

Ajibola was renowned for his innovative storytelling, seamlessly blending traditional and digital techniques across various media, including film, animation, visual effects, and interactive media. His extensive training included filmmaking and cinematography at the New York Film Academy, advanced animation at Animation Mentor, and visual effects at VFXLearning.

Among his notable works was the 2012 urban musical film Hoodrush, which received several awards such as Best Movie at the Green Me Film Festival in Germany, Best Actor and Best Soundtrack at the Nollywood Movies Awards, and Best Supporting Actor at the AMAA Awards.

Ajibola’s legacy of creativity and technical excellence will be deeply missed in the Nigerian entertainment industry. May his soul rest in peace.