Chijindu Kelechi Eke | |
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Nationality | Nigeria |
Other names | Kelechi Eke |
Citizenship | American |
Alma mater | University of Texas at Dallas |
Occupation | Film Director |
Years active | 2009-Present |
Known for | Film and Software Engineering |
Notable work | Rootflix |
Title | Ichie Ihemba 1 of Imerienwe |
Awards | United States President's Lifetime Achievement Award |
Kelechi Eke is a Nigerian film director.[1] He is the founder of The African Film Festival (TAFF),[2] founder of Village Arts & Film Festival (VILLAFFEST),[3] and the creator of African streaming service, Rootflix.[4] During the coronation in December 2023,[5] he was installed into a chieftaincy role as the "Ichie Ihemba" of Imerienwe in the Imo State of Nigeria.[6]
Despite primarily living in the United States, Kelechi was appointed as the board chairman of Para-Soccer Association of Imo State because of the passion he has for the development of sports and care for people with disabilities.[7]
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