Ikechukwu Onyeka

Ikechukwu Onyeka is a Nigerian filmmaker best known for his work as a movie director and producer in Nollywood. He is from Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria, although he grew up largely in Lagos.

His journey into filmmaking was unusual. Before entering Nollywood, Onyeka worked as an okada rider in Lagos. He later entered the film industry and progressed through several production roles, including property management, production management, producing and assistant directing before becoming a director.

Onyeka began working in Nollywood around 1998/1999 and became known for directing a large number of films. IMDb currently credits him with more than 130 directing credits, as well as producing, acting and writing credits.

In 2012, he enrolled at Colorado Film School in the United States, where he studied filmmaking with an emphasis on cinematography. His decision to return to school was driven by his desire to strengthen his technical knowledge of filmmaking.

Some of his notable directing credits include Unforeseen, Eagle's Bride, Slave to Lust, Warrior's Heart, Corporate Maid, Reloaded, A Private Storm, Mr & Mrs, Forgetting June, Brother's Keeper, The Grave Dust and The Banker.

He is also associated with Iykon Pictures Ltd, a Lagos-based motion-picture production company.

His career also includes acting appearances. Nlist records him in films including House on the Hill, Brother's Keeper and Reloaded, while IMDb categorizes him as a director, producer and actor