Amb. Dr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen Nominated for Clevenard Entertainment Awards 2025, Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
- 27 April, 2025
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Amb. Dr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen (D’Guvnor) Nominated for Clevenard Entertainment Awards 2025
Date: Saturday, 6th December 2025
Location: Mariam Babangida Leisure Park and Film Village, The Bistro Event Center, Awai Road by Denis Osadebe University, Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
Contact for Information:
Nigeria: 0806 035 3790 | Spain: +34 631 27 98 11
This prestigious nomination stands as a testament to the exceptional talent, creativity, and unwavering dedication of Ambassador Dr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen (stage name: D’Guvnor) to the entertainment industry.
We cordially invite you to join us in celebrating this distinguished achievement at the Clevenard Entertainment Awards 2025 — The Most Anticipated Celebration of African Creativity, Culture, and Talent — in Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria!
About Ambassador Dr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen
Nationality: Nigerian
Profession: Filmmaker
Born on June 20th, 1971, in Edo State, Nigeria, Ambassador Dr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, popularly known as D’Guvnor, is a highly respected and celebrated filmmaker whose contributions have shaped the Nollywood industry globally.
He began his journey in drama during his school years at Eghosa Grammar School and continued refining his craft at the University of Port Harcourt, where he studied Theatre Arts. His passion for drama and storytelling blossomed through participation in school debates, church drama groups, and theater troupes, notably the Earthpot Culture in Benin City.
At just 19, Lancelot had already showcased his innate talent through TV gospel dramas and later honed his skills at Bendel Broadcasting Service (EBS) and Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). His breakthrough came with the film Yesterday, addressing the pressing issue of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
As one of the founding forces of Nollywood, Lancelot has been pivotal in propelling the Nigerian movie industry to international acclaim. He is the founder of the Lancelot Imasuen Media Network (LIMN) and directs the Benin Film Academy (BFA), nurturing the next generation of African filmmakers.
Key Achievements
- Directed over 50 classic films including Issakaba, Emotional Crack, Adesuwa, and Invasion 1897.
- Directed award-winning actors such as Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Desmond Elliot, and more.
- First Nigerian filmmaker featured on CNN’s Screening Room.
- First African invited to Hollywood to shoot a feature film (Close Enemies).
- Founder of Nollywood Project 101 — training aspiring filmmakers with international standards.
- Honorary Academic Chair with Benson Idahosa University (BIU).
- Partnered with Igbinedion University to create the Benin Film Academy (BFA).
Selected Awards and Recognitions
- Outstanding Achievement Award - Edo Leadership Assembly
- Most Outstanding Feature Film - African Audio-visual Award
- Special Jury Prize (The Gbege Series) - In.Short Film Festival
- Best Film on Culture (Adesuwa) - Nigeria Film Corporation
- Excellence Award - Oba Erediauwa of Benin
- Best Director of the Year - UK African Film Awards
- Lifetime Achievement Award - Edo Political Forum
- United Nations Ambassador for Peace - UN POLAC
- Declared one of 60 Nollywood Icons by the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB)
- Multiple awards from City People Awards, ZAFFA, ZAFAA, TIMA, GIAMA, and more.
About Clevenard
Clevenard is a dynamic global platform dedicated to empowering businesses, talents, and entrepreneurs. Through impactful events, innovative marketing, networking, telecommunications, and consulting services, Clevenard fosters international collaboration and celebrates innovation and culture worldwide.
Our Global Presence:
- South Africa: Clevenard Limited (Company Registration No. 2024/539275/07)
- Nigeria: Clevenard Global International Limited (RC 487772)
- United Kingdom: Clevenard Limited (Company No. 08301095)
- Botswana: Clevenard Proprietary Limited (UIN BW00006646156)
- Spain: Clevenard SL (NIF B75809574)
- Representatives: Colombia, Cuba, Argentina, The Gambia, and Mexico
Join us as we celebrate an icon, a mentor, a cultural ambassador — Ambassador Dr. Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen — whose contributions continue to elevate African storytelling and creativity worldwide!