Nwakaego (Ego) Boyo
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Nwakaego (Ego) Boyo produces transformative Nigerian films while producing transformation in her three children's lives, showing them that storytelling in both professional and personal contexts can illuminate what matters most. Beyond her Temple Productions achievements, we celebrate her for the life lessons only her children know about, the way she has kept her family sacred and the values she has taught them to uphold.
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Nwakaego (Ego) Boyo is an actress, filmmaker, and creative entrepreneur. She is the Founder and CEO of Temple Productions, Temple Media, and Temple Films. Through these companies, she has played a significant role in the Nigerian film industry, producing high-quality media content and advocating for industry growth. In addition to her work in entertainment, she is the Founder and Trustee of the Tempio Media Advocacy Foundation, which supports charitable causes through media advocacy. She also serves as the Board Chair of the Lagos Fringe Theatre Festival, a multidisciplinary arts festival that showcases diverse creative talents. Nwakaego is deeply committed to education and is the Founder of Lagos Preparatory and Secondary School, reflecting her passion for nurturing young minds. Beyond her professional achievements, Nwakaego is an advocate for social causes, serving on the board of the Mirabel Centre Lagos, Nigeria’s first Sexual Assault Referral Centre. She is a past President of the International Women’s Society in Nigeria, where she worked to empower women and support underprivileged communities. A pioneer in Nollywood, she gained national recognition for her role as Anne Haatrope in the 1990s television series Checkmate and went on to produce acclaimed films such as Violated and A Hotel Called Memory, which won the Audience Award for Best Experimental Film at the BlackStar Film Festival. Nwakaego is married to Omamofe Boyo, Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer at Oando Plc, and they have three children.