Gbenga Salu

Oluwagbenga Adedoyin Salu , who is simply known as Gbenga Salu, is a Nigerian film director, film editor and visual effects artist. He has won and also has been nominated for several awards for his music video productions. He is married to Temitope-Gbenga Salu (née Oshofisan) who is also a graduate of accounting from the University of Lagos. She is also a professional actress, voice over artiste and writer.

He is based in Ontario, Canada.

On December 22, 2024, Gbenga Salu released A Christmas Story in Kingston, a heartwarming short film set in Kingston, Ontario. The film follows a teenager and her friends as they navigate the holiday season, capturing themes of family, community, and the magic of Christmas. Praised for its relatable storytelling and festive charm, the film highlights Salu’s talent for creating meaningful and culturally rich narratives. The film was produced by Temitope Salu, written and directed by Gbenga Salu, and released under their Ontario-based film production company, Creatopia Studios.

Gbenga studied film making at the London Film Academy. Some of the Awards he has won includes:

  • Best Special Effects/editing- Soundcity Music Video Awards (SMVA) - 2008
  • Most Promising Director- Nigerian Music Video Awards (NMVA) - 2009