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Ekiti State is transforming a movie set into Nigeria's newest film village while offering creative loans at just 7% interest. The moves signal a bold bet on creative industries as economic engines.
Nigerian filmmaker Funke Akindele's movie "Behind The Scenes" just became the first Nollywood film to gross over 2.4 billion naira (about $1.5 million USD), shattering industry records. The achievement proves local African stories can compete on the global stage.
A new UK-Nigeria partnership is giving Nigerian filmmakers, musicians, and designers the technical tools and training to produce world-class work at home. The Creative Fund addresses a critical gap: while Nigeria's creative talent shines globally, most high-value production work still happens abroad.
Ghana's National Film Authority just launched a major fund to solve one of the industry's biggest problems: getting financing. The move could transform how Ghanaian filmmakers get their stories to the world.
From theatre pioneers to Netflix directors, women have shaped Nigeria's film industry into the world's second-largest by volume. Premium Times celebrates the actresses, producers, and visionaries who built Nollywood from the ground up.
The British Council is launching Film Lab Africa's second round in Nigeria, bringing TV writing workshops and production grants to emerging storytellers nationwide. After 600 applications for the first cohort, the program now includes a dedicated writers' lab and episodic storytelling focus.
Nigeria produces 60 million tons of cassava yearly but captures just 2% of the global processing market. Now a wave of innovation is transforming this humble kitchen staple into an industrial powerhouse creating jobs and reducing imports.
Hawaii just turbocharged its film industry with new tax credits that reward local hiring and welcome streaming productions. The move promises thousands of jobs while putting Hawaiian stories on screens worldwide.
Award-winning Nigerian actor Emelu Simon Chibuzor is pushing back against the idea that actresses need cosmetic surgery to succeed. His message to aspiring stars: skill and hard work matter more than appearance.
When Berlin Film Festival director Tricia Tuttle faced possible dismissal over controversial speeches at the awards ceremony, thousands of filmmakers worldwide rallied to protect artistic freedom. Her job was saved, proving that united voices can defend cultural independence.
When Mayowa Ayodeji couldn't access a $5 movie he bought online, he uncovered a broken system choking Africa's film industry. Now his startup Filmporte is fixing distribution for independent filmmakers worldwide.
Nigerian manufacturers are calling for government support to rebuild industry after economic reforms drove their alternative energy costs to N1.34 trillion in 2025. Despite the challenges, they see hope in new policies that could spark long-term recovery.
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After hundreds of film workers protested outside Parliament, officials pledged urgent action to fix a two-year funding freeze that's threatening thousands of jobs. The breakthrough came after workers revealed a $35 million backlog in unpaid government rebates.
Nigeria just extended its ban on exporting raw shea nuts for another year, keeping processing jobs and profits inside the country. The move could transform thousands of agricultural workers into manufacturing employees while reducing reliance on imported goods made from Nigeria's own resources.
A former presidential candidate says Nigeria's shoe and garment hub in Aba has untapped potential to rival the country's oil earnings. With the right support, the city could transform Nigeria's economy from consumption to production.
A Nigerian coming-of-age drama has been chosen as the only African feature film among five selected for Washington DC's longest-running independent film festival. The selection marks a significant milestone for contemporary Nigerian cinema on the global stage.
Nigerian actress Bimbo Ademoye confronted extortionists on her film set, refusing to cave to aggressive demands. Her brave stand is sparking hope for safer outdoor filming across Lagos.
Nigeria grows enough cocoa for the world's chocolate but processes less than one-sixth of it at home, missing billions in value. Now a €85 million investment aims to connect farmers directly to factories and keep more money in African hands.
Nigeria is launching its first government-backed helicopter pilot training program to support the booming offshore oil and gas sector. Ten young Nigerians, including women breaking into a male-dominated field, will receive world-class aviation training over the next 18 months.
A British Council program helping Nigerian filmmakers launch careers is bringing workshops and mentorship to Kano on August 6. After successful stops in Abuja and Jos, Film Lab Africa is also producing original short films directed by established filmmakers to give emerging talent hands-on experience.
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