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Daniel Ademinokan (born Daniel Orizbawo Ademinokan on 31 July 1977) is a well-known Nigerian actor, director, screenwriter and film producer.
He started out as a screenwriter in Nigeria before aspiring to be a director. He developed a musical talent at an early age, learning to play a variety of instruments and traveling with well-known artists as a teenager.
This is evidenced by his work on Shuga (TV series) Season 8, where he served as director, cinematographer, composer and music director. Daniel Ademinokan has won numerous awards as a director.
Nigerian film producer‧Husband of Stella Damasus
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Name: | Daniel Orizbawo Ademinokan |
stage name: | Daniel Ademinokan, DaBishop |
Date of Birth: | July 31, 1977 (47 years old) |
place of birth: | Lagos, Nigeria |
country of origin: | Delta State |
Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
high: | 1.82 m |
parents: | not applicable |
Brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
Wife • Spouse: | Doris Simeon (m. 2013?), Stella Damasus (m. 2014) |
Girlfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
Children: | not applicable |
Profession: | Actor • Film producer |
net worth: | $1 million |
Early life and education
Daniel Ademinokan was born on July 31, 1977 in Lagos, Nigeria. There is no information about his family background; however, he is from Delta State but grew up in Lagos. Sometimes people call him DaBishop.
He obtained a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Ibadan. He later went to the United States to study filmmaking at the Miami Digital Film School in New York City.
Daniel Ademinokan is also an accomplished writer, editor, animator, producer, songwriter, musician and music producer. Daniel is also the co-founder of Index Two Studios, MonAfrik TV and i2radio.net and teaches directing and filmmaking courses at the Digital Film Academy in New York.
Profession
Daniel Ademinokan is considered one of the most productive filmmakers on the African continent today, as his films have blazed a new trail for the Nigerian film industry. Over the past 12 years or so, he has written, produced and directed numerous feature films, shorts, music videos, commercials, public service announcements and documentaries.
He started his career as a screenwriter, but he always had his sights set on directing. He is one of those people who has a natural talent for directing.
His first love was music; at a young age, he toured for several years with well-known brands as a bassist. Daniel Ademinokan continued to develop his love for film and television while becoming a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and music producer.
In the late 1990s, Daniel Ademinokan wrote a number of scripts for Nigerian producers that were later adapted into popular films, which inspired him to pursue a career as a film producer.
After completing his studies, Daniel continued his education by attending the Digital Film Academy in New York to study filmmaking. In addition, RED taught him how to use the RED camera and certified him in how to use it.
Daniel Ademinokan assisted renowned director Ikechukwu Onyeka as a director, helping him hone his filmmaking abilities.
As a filmmaker, he has received numerous accolades in Nigeria, the UK, the U.S., the Netherlands, Spain, the UAE, France, Germany, Scotland, the UAE, among others.
Actor’s director, all-around director and one-stop shop are all terms used to describe him. Cast and crew rarely say no to any script or material from Daniel Ademinocan because of his pursuit of precision and attention to detail.
In addition to his skills as a filmmaker, he has extensive experience as a photographer, writer, editor, motion graphics animator, producer, composer, musician, and music producer.
Every movie Daniel Ademinokan has made in Africa has been a box office success, which has helped him to gain a huge following among fans around the world and earn him the utmost respect from his colleagues.
Currently, Daniel Ademinokan serves as the CEO and co-founder of Index Two Studios LLC in Atlanta and MonAfrik TV and i2Radio.net. He is an experienced business owner. He is also known for his philanthropic work and mentoring filmmakers in Africa and the United States.
Personal life
Daniel Ademinokhan divorced his actress wife Doris Simeon in 2013. Doris Simeon was his first ex-wife.
Soon after his divorce, he found solace in the arms of another prolific Nigerian actress. Daniel Ademinokan married Stella Damasus after splitting from his ex-wife.
net worth
Through research, we know that Daniel Ademinokhan’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
Social Media
- Website: danielademinokan.com
- Facebook: @DaBishop007
- Instagram: @dabishop007