Umanu Elijah
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Coventry University (MSc, Project Management)
- Entrepreneur
- filmmaker
- humanitarian
Umanu Elijah | |
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| Education | National Open University of Nigeria Coventry University (MSc, Project Management) |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
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| Awards | Nelson Mandela Leadership Award, Forbes Global Climate Recognition, AMVCA nominations |
Umanu Ochuwa Ojochenemi Elijah is a Nigerian entrepreneur,[1] filmmaker,[2] and humanitarian.[3] He is the founder of Krystal Filmworks, Krystal TV Africa, and the Krystal Film Academy.[1] Elijah is known for his involvement in social impact initiatives[4] and his work in the Nigerian film industry, including multiple nominations at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA).[2] He is also the founder of TUDI Africa, a non-governmental organization focused on youth empowerment and community development.[5]
Umanu Elijah was born in Fugar, Edo State, Nigeria. He hails from Ifeku Island Community in Etsako Central Local Government Area.[1] He obtained a National Diploma in Computer Engineering from Kings Computer College and later earned a university degree from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). He holds additional qualifications including a certificate in Digital Storytelling from the University of Birmingham, a filmmaking course from the British Council, and a degree in Project Management from Coventry University in the United Kingdom.[6]
Career
Film and media
Elijah is active in the Nigerian film industry as a director, producer, and storyteller.[7] He is the founder and CEO of Krystal Filmworks, a media production company, and Krystal Film Academy, which trains aspiring filmmakers.[8] His works have featured on platforms such as IMDB, Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.[9]
Social initiatives
Elijah founded TUDI Africa (The Umanu Development Initiative), a non-governmental organization dedicated to youth development, civic engagement, and community empowerment in Africa.[10]
Notable initiatives by TUDI Africa include:
Filmography
| Year | Film | Credited as | |||||
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| Director | Producer | Writer | Cinematographer | Actor | Editor | ||
| 2019 | The Millions[13] | Yes | |||||
| 2019 | Made in Heaven[14] | Yes | |||||
| 2019 | Locked[15] | Yes | |||||
| 2019 | She Is[16] | Yes | |||||
| 2020 | LOUD[17] | Yes | |||||
| 2020 | JOCA (Just One Call Away)[18][19] | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 2021 | Devil in Agbada[20] | Yes | |||||
| 2021 | Bitter Rain[21] | Yes | |||||
| 2022 | Almajiri[22] | Yes | |||||
| 2022 | Edge of Time[23] | Yes | |||||
| 2022 | A Place Called Forward[24] | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||
| 2024 | Break of Dawn[25] | Yes | |||||