User:Gbenga Kayode

Gbenga Micheal Kayode, (born 13 September 1976)is a Nigerian Television Editor, Director and Producer. In 2011 he co-produced the critical acclaimed Kenyan television series Dramas of Life.

Early life
Gbenga was born in Lagos, Nigeria to Yoruba parents both from Nigeria, Ondo State. He grew up in Lagos and attended Apata Memorial High School and later Gideon Comprehensive High School Lagos before heading unto the Lagos State University where he studied economicsbut never graduated before pursuing his love for television. Gbenga later studied film production courtesy of a joint program of ITPAN (Independent Television Producers Association of Nigeria) and New York Film Academy

Career
Gbenga's television career started when he was employed as a documentary scriptwriter in 1996 by Promasidor Film Studios Lagos. While working for Promasidor Gbenga gradually pursued his love for non-linear editing and since being known as one of the most creative non-linear editors from Nigeria. Gbenga has edited major television formats across Africa including Big Brother, Deal or No deal, Project Fame and Nigeria's Got Talent. Gbenga has since devoted a lot of his time for his other passions including directing and producing a television drama series Dramas of Life. In December 2012, Gbenga started an organisation called The Beautiful Africa Project dedicated to showcasing the beauty of Africa through all forms of Art. Gbenga also has several investments in Music across Africa.

Personal life
Gbenga is currently separated with 3 children.

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 * NAME             = Gbenga, Kayode
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 * DATE OF BIRTH    = 13 September 1976
 * PLACE OF BIRTH   = Lagos, Nigeria
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Category:Nigerian television producer Category:Nigerian television director Category:Living people Category:1976 births