Tosin Igho is a prominent Nigerian filmmaker recognized for his roles as a director, producer, and cinematographer in Nollywood. His notable works include acclaimed films such as “Seven,” “The Eve,” “Nneka the Pretty Serpent,” and the Amazon Original “Suspicion.”
Profile Summary
| Full name | Tosin Igho |
| Date of birth | 28 September |
| Place of birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of origin | Delta State, Nigeria (Okpara Inland) |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Film director, producer, cinematographer, editor, television content creator, company executive (CEO of IGHO Films; Managing Director, Remote Pictures) |
| Net worth | Approximately 1.5 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Tosin Igho was born on 28 September and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. He hails from Okpara Inland, an Urhobo community in present-day Delta State, and is the son of veteran broadcaster Chief Peter Igho, whose career in television shaped his early exposure to media and storytelling.
He pursued formal training in filmmaking at AFDA, the South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance in Cape Town. There, he earned degrees in Visual Effects and later in Cinematography and Film Production, advancing from editing to directing.
Career
Tosin Igho started in post-production as an editor before transitioning to cinematography and directing, gaining a comprehensive understanding of filmmaking processes. A short film he created post-graduation around 2008 led to directing opportunities with DStv via producer Femi Odugbemi.
As CEO of IGHO Films and managing director of Remote Pictures, he has helmed various film and TV projects. Key television credits include “Once Upon a Time,” “Judging Matters,” “Love Come Back,” and “Venge,” while feature films like “The Eve,” “Seven,” and “Suspicion” highlight his directorial strengths.
Personal Life
Tosin Igho is married to Nkeiru Igho (@nkeiru_n), his “partner in all things” and “best friend.” They have a son, Tega, born December 2022. He is the son of veteran broadcaster and filmmaker Peter Igho.
Net Worth
Estimates place Tosin Igho’s net worth around 1.5 million USD, based on his own assessment that dismissed higher social-media figures of 3 million USD as overstated. This remains an approximate, self-reported value without independent verification.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Format | Role(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eve | 2018 | Feature film | Director, Cinematographer |
| Seven | 2019 | Feature film | Director, Cinematographer, Picture Editor |
| Nneka the Pretty Serpent | 2020 | Feature film | Director |
| Love Come Back | 2020–2022 | TV series | Executive producer |
| Team Six | 2021 | Feature/TV | Director, Producer, Cinematographer |
| Fault Lines | 2021 | TV movie | Cinematographer, Executive producer |
| Venge | 2021–2022 | TV series | Executive producer |
| Suspicion | 2024 | Feature film (Amazon Original) | Director, Producer, Cinematographer |
He also has credits in music videos, commercials, and additional TV projects.
Awards and Recognition
At the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Tosin Igho won Best Picture Editor for “Seven,” shared with Bryan Dike. That evening, his father received the Industry Merit Award, marking a historic father-son AMVCA milestone.
“Seven” garnered seven nominations and two wins at the 7th AMVCA, cementing his reputation for technical excellence and visual storytelling in Nollywood.
