Adekunle “Nodash” Adejuyigbe stands as one of the most respected technical minds in modern Nollywood. A filmmaker, cinematographer, director, and producer, he has built a reputation for precision, creativity, and storytelling excellence across some of Nigeria’s most acclaimed film and television projects.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Adekunle Adejuyigbe |
| Date of Birth | N/A |
| Place of Birth | Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Ondo State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Filmmaker, Director, Cinematographer, Producer, Editor, Screenwriter, CEO |
| Net Worth | Estimated $500,000 – $1 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Born and raised in Nigeria in Akure, Ondo State, Adekunle grew up with a strong interest in the arts and technology. He attended the University of Ilorin, where he earned a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Though his formal training wasn’t in film, his technical background would later inform his meticulous approach to cinematography and production.
He sharpened his skills through hands-on experience in television, eventually training abroad at the Berlinale Talent Campus in Berlin, Germany, in 2015, where he studied Directing and Cinematography. Outside of film, he’s also a Shotokan Karate black belt and a certified advanced scuba diver, interests that speak to his discipline and love for adventure.
Career
Adekunle began his career in television, working as a producer, writer, and director for various TV shows and documentaries. His talent and work ethic quickly earned him a promotion to Creative Director and Head of Production before he made the bold move to launch his own company, Something Unusual Studios, in 2009.
Through the studio, he has produced a wide range of content, from TV series and adverts to feature films and music videos.
Over the years, he’s become one of the most sought-after cinematographers in Nollywood, working closely with top directors like Kunle Afolayan on films such as Mokalik (Mechanic), The Bridge, and The Tribunal. He’s also served as Director of Photography on popular series like MTV Shuga Naija, Gidi Up (Seasons 2 and 3), Love Is War, Who’s The Boss, and Cordelia.
His breakthrough as a director came with The Delivery Boy (2018), a film he wrote, directed, and produced. The movie was screened across four continents and won Best Nigerian Film at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in 2018. Today, he runs Something Unusual Studios from Lagos and leads “The Elite Film Team” (T.E.F.T), a crew known for its international-standard production quality.
Personal Life
Despite his public profile, Adekunle keeps his personal life private. There’s little confirmed information available about his spouse, partner, or children. What is known is that he remains based in Lagos, where he continues to shape the technical and creative direction of Nigerian cinema.
Net Worth
Adekunle “Nodash” Adejuyigbe’s net worth is estimated to be between $500,000 and $1 million USD (approximately ₦750 million to ₦1.5 billion NGN). This valuation reflects his standing as one of Nollywood’s most in-demand cinematographers, his leadership of Something Unusual Studios, and his extensive involvement in high-budget film and television productions.
Filmography (Selected)
As Director / Writer / Producer
- The Delivery Boy (2018)
As Director of Photography / Cinematographer
- Mokalik (Mechanic) (2019)
- The Bridge (2017)
- The Tribunal (2017)
- Love Is War (2019)
- Cordelia (2019)
- Gidi Up Season 3 (2016)
- Isoken (2017)
- Fifty (2015) – Second Unit Cinematographer
- The Encounter (2015)
- Ireti (2015)
- Journey to Self (2013)
- In Line (2017)
- Tenant of the House (2019)
Notable TV and Series Work
- MTV Shuga Naija
- Who’s The Boss
- Crime and Justice Lagos (AMVCA Best TV Series 2023)
Awards and Nominations
Wins
- Best Nigerian Film, Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), 2018 – The Delivery Boy
- Best Editing, Nollywood Movies Awards, 2013 – Journey to Self
- Best Editor, IN Short International Film Festival (Lagos, with Goethe Institute), 2011
- Best Editing, Nigerian Movie Award, 2011 – The Young Smoker
- Best Cinematographer & Best Editor, Nigerian Music Video Awards, 2011
Nominations
- Best Director, African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), 2019 – The Delivery Boy
- Best Screenplay, AMAA, 2019 – The Delivery Boy
- Best Cinematography, AMAA, 2019 – The Delivery Boy
- Best Editing, AMAA, 2019 – The Delivery Boy
Honours
- Selected as one of 21 Cinematographers worldwide for the exclusive Cinematography Master Class at the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), Germany, 2015.
