Taiwo Oduala Talks About the 2023 Afro Awards
Taiwo Oduala Talks About the 2023 Afro Awards
By: Adonis Armstrong
Hailing from Nigeria, Taiwo Oduala is a standout figure in the entertainment industry, where he has left an indelible mark as an executive and filmmaker. Currently serving as the CEO of ODUATAJ Productions / Entertainment INC. and leading the Oduataj Non Profit Foundation, both headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Taiwo's educational journey took him through Lagos State University for Sociology and the Colorado Film School to hone his filmmaking skills. With numerous television credits and accolades to his name, Taiwo is not just a Maven in the industry but also a passionate advocate for the arts. His dedication to spreading positive energy, recognizing exceptional individuals and organizations, and giving back to the community led to the creation of the AFRO Awards—an initiative celebrating those who have made substantial contributions to our global society. Through his ongoing work, Taiwo Oduala continues to be a catalyst for positive change, leaving an enduring impact in the world of entertainment and beyond.
Taiwo initially had the vision to create the AFRO Awards before COVID disrupted the plans. However, in 2022, he took action to turn that vision into reality. His motivation was to give back to his community, inspired by other platforms that celebrate African and African American culture, such as the Pan African Film Festival. His goal is to promote cultural understanding, tolerance, and awareness through various forms of entertainment. The AFRO Awards is on track to become a significant event within the African and African American entertainment community.
Taiwo is not only a filmmaker but also an actor. He has directed notable projects, including ILU America (Land of America), Loving A Younger Man, and Golden Love. He also recently completed two projects, 'Dreaming of America' and 'Love from Germany,' and made a significant announcement regarding 'King of California,' which is slated to be a box office movie. He sheds light on the sacrifices he made during the creation of 'ILU America' (Land of America) and the awards it eventually garnered, stating, 'I sold my house in Africa to fund that film,' as Taiwo revealed during an interview on BoomBox Weekly.
Listen to the exclusive interview on this week’s episode hosted by Gentel Sharrie and Adonis Armstrong.
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