Esther Oluwafunmilayo Akapo is a 24-year-old Nigerian filmmaker who is working towards becoming an international film producer and director.
Her favourite African film and TV stars are Rita Dominic, Genevieve Nnaji and Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde for their abilities to spectacularly embody their characters. These actresses also inspire Akapo.
Her favourite TV show is Shonda Rhimes’ How to get Away with and favourite films are Avengers and Age of Ultron. When it comes to African creatives, Akpo looks up to producer and film director Mildred Okwo, particularly for Okwo’s remarable and long-standing contribution to the Nigeria’s film industry.
Akapo holds a BSc in Media and Communication Studies from Afe Babalola University in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. As part of the MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy’s Class of 2019, Akpo hopes the opportunity will give her the skills to create quality content with educative storylines in film and TV.
She is also eager for her tenure at the MTF Academy to place her in the best position within the film industry.