Filmmaker Breaks Barriers with Scholarships
Lagos filmmaker scholarships — Opeyemi Akeem Megida, a self-made filmmaker from Ejinrin in Lagos State, is transforming his passion for storytelling into professional impact—thanks to two pivotal scholarships.
In 2022, Megida earned a scholarship from the Lagos State Government to study Digital Filmmaking at Del‑York Creative Academy. Two years later, he secured another from Mastercard’s YAPPI (Young Africa Professionals and Innovators) for a Post‑Production course at the same academy The Nation Newspaper.
“These scholarships changed everything for me,” Megida shared. He had taught himself the craft—attending film sets, volunteering in productions, and editing on his own before opportunities came his way The Nation Newspaper.
Megida’s journey reflects resilience and vision. After finishing secondary school, financial constraints prevented further education, yet his curiosity and drive led him to filmmaking. His craft was influenced by Nollywood legends—like Tunde Kelani and Abbey Lanre—whose storytelling styles he studied carefully The Nation Newspaper.
Now with professional training, Megida aims to blend creativity and commercial viability. He’s also pursuing an ND in Public Administration to enrich his storytelling with social insight The Nation Newspaper.
Megida stresses the importance of supporting underserved communities: “Programs like those from Lagos State and Mastercard YAPPI are giving us a chance to rise,” he says, highlighting regions like Epe, Ikorodu, and Badagry that house hidden talents The Nation Newspaper.
Looking ahead, Megida is committed to impactful Nigerian storytelling—building his own studio, creating marketable content, and illuminating African narratives for the world. “I believe the world will soon see what I’m capable of,” he affirms The Nation Newspaper.
