Draft:Sunny Okonkwo

Sunny Okonkwo (born September 26) is a Nigerian polymath known for his achievements in data science, economics, and the film industry. He is a data scientist, economist, filmmaker, actor, and award-winning producer.

Early Life and Education Born in Kano, Nigeria, Okonkwo's educational background bridges analytical and creative disciplines. He obtained a degree in Economics from the University of Lagos. Later, his passion for filmmaking led him to the London Film Academy, where he developed his skills in directing, producing, and screenwriting.

Career Data Science and Economics: Okonkwo leverages his expertise in data science and economics to analyze data for informed decision-making. He has worked as a consultant and trainer in these fields, sharing his knowledge with others.

Film Industry: Okonkwo is a prominent figure in the Nigerian film industry. He has worn multiple hats throughout his career, working on various film projects as a filmmaker, actor, and producer. Some of his notable film credits include:

Masked (2021) (producer) [1] Inbred (2019) (actor) [2] When the Flower Withers (2022) Johnson Seed (2023) (producer) [3] Family Ties (2023) (producer) [3] Mechanic Gurl (2020) Hold On (2016) The Shift (2017)

Awards and Recognition Okonkwo's filmmaking contributions have garnered him recognition, including awards from:

BEBOP TV Award (2021): Best International Production for "Inbred" [6] Best Producer (African Category) for "Inbred" [6]

Personal Life Okonkwo maintains a private personal life, preferring to focus on his career and creative pursuits.

References [1] https://filmfreeway.com/SunnyOkonkwo (filmography details) [2] https://multichoicetalentfactory.com/user/13722 (filmography details) [3] https://sunnewsonline.com/how-i-produced-award-winning-films-that-received-international-recognition-sunny-okonkwo-actor-producer/ (awards won) [4] https://sunnewsonline.com/why-fg-should-invest-in-state-of-the-art-studios-sunny-okonkwo/ [5] https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/sunny_okonkwo (no filmography or awards listed) [6] https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/10/sunny-okonkwo-receives-intl-accolades-for-inbred-movie/ (awards won) [7] https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/02/i-love-making-movies-that-convey-vital-messages-to-my-audience-sunny-okonkwo/ [8] https://thenationonlineng.net/sunny-okonkwo-gets-us-honours-for-film-inbred/ (awards won)