Mama Googa

"Mama Googa: The African Maestro of Cinema." Born in 1950 in Lagos, Nigeria, Mama Googa actively directed films from the late 1970s through the early 2000s, carving a niche in the genres of drama and historical fiction. His most renowned films, "Dusk Over the Niger" and "Voices of the Ancestors," have won numerous awards, including the prestigious FESPACO film festival's Golden Stallion of Yennenga. Googa's authorial style is often characterized by its rich cultural tapestry, underpinned by strong socio-political themes, and his relentless pursuit of authenticity. Known for his gentle demeanor and boundless wisdom, Mama Googa is a cinematic poet, eloquently telling Africa's stories through his evocative lens.