ThankGod Omori Jesam, professionally known as TG Omori or Boy Director, was born on June 8, 1995, in Lagos, Nigeria, and hails from Cross-River State. He grew up in the Agungi area of Lagos in a middle-class family. From an early age, Omori showed a passion for directing, starting with overseeing stage plays in his school and church at the age of 15. Despite early challenges and a suggestion from his father to work as a waiter due to initial struggles, Omori was determined to pursue a career in filmmaking.
At 16, he began making videos and decided to take up directing professionally at the age of 20 after graduating from PEFTI Film Institute. This made him the youngest professional filmmaker in Nigeria at that time.
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| Full Name | ThankGod Omori Jesam |
| Date of Birth | June 8, 1995 |
| Age | 29 years old (as of 2024) |
| Place of Birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| State of Origin | Cross-River State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Profession | Music Video Director, Cinematographer, Fashion Model |
| Other Names | TG Omori, Boy Director |
| Education | PEFTI Film Institute |
| Career Start | 2018 (at the age of 20) |
| Notable Works | “Soapy,” “Am I a Yahoo Boy,” “Totori,” “Scatter” |
| Awards | Video Director of the Year at City People Entertainment Awards |
| Fashion | Featured in Heineken Lagos Fashion Week |
| Marital Status | Not publicly disclosed |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 million |
Career
TG Omori’s career took off in 2018 when he began directing music videos for a range of artists across various genres. His unique style and innovative approach quickly gained recognition, making him a prominent figure in the Nigerian music industry. Omori has directed videos for top Nigerian artists, including Olamide, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Tekno, Kizz Daniel, Fireboy DML, Falz, Timaya, Naira Marley, and Asake, among others.
In 2019, Omori made a significant impact by directing nearly half of the videos on the summer 2019 charts countdowns on MTV, Soundcity, and Trace. Some of his notable works include the controversial video for Naira Marley’s “Am I a Yahoo Boy,” “Totori” by Olamide and Wizkid, and “Soapy” by Naira Marley, which won the Viewer’s Choice award at the 2020 Soundcity MVP Awards Festival.
In the same year, he was awarded Video Director of the Year at the City People Entertainment Awards and had two of his videos listed among the top 10 most-viewed Nigerian music videos of 2019.
TG Omori continued to push creative boundaries with his work, including the direction of a video for the North African remix featuring ElGrande Toto, released on November 4, 2021. The video, shot in Lagos, surpassed 34 million views on YouTube within a month of its release.
Fashion
Beyond his work behind the camera, TG Omori has also ventured into fashion. He has appeared as a fashion model and has walked the runway at the prominent Heineken Lagos Fashion Week, showcasing his versatility and presence both behind and in front of the camera.
Personal Life
TG Omori keeps his personal life private and has not publicly disclosed details about his family or romantic relationships. He is known for his dedication to his craft and his innovative contributions to the Nigerian music and fashion industries.
Wife
As of now, TG Omori has not publicly disclosed any information regarding his marital status or if he has a wife. He maintains a private personal life.
Net Worth
TG Omori has established himself as one of the leading music video directors in Nigeria, with an estimated net worth of around $500,000 to $1 million. His income primarily comes from directing music videos, commercials, and other visual content for both Nigerian and international artists and brands.