The Nigerian film industry is grieving the passing of renowned movie director, Dimeji Ajibola, best known for his work on the hit series “Shanty Town.” Ajibola succumbed to an undisclosed illness in the early hours of November 3.

A trailblazer in the entertainment industry, Ajibola was celebrated for his innovative blend of traditional and digital art forms. His diverse expertise spanned film, animation, visual effects, virtual worlds, and interactive media.

Ajibola’s impressive educational background included studying filmmaking and cinematography at the New York Film Academy, advanced character animation at Animation Mentor in San Francisco, and visual effects at VFXLearning.

His critically acclaimed 2012 urban musical film, “Hoodrush,” earned multiple awards, including:

– Best Movie at the 2012 Green Me Film Festival (Germany)

– Best Actor and Soundtrack at the Nollywood Movies Awards

– Best Supporting Actor at the AMAA Awards

Ajibola’s passing leaves a void in the Nigerian movie industry, where he was revered as a creative force and visionary.