The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has approved and classified a total of 304 films between January and April 2026, reflecting sustained growth in Nigeria’s movie industry. According to the board, the figure represents an increase over the 267 films classified within the corresponding period in 2025.
Classification data released by the NFVCB show that January 2026 recorded the highest number of approvals with 102 films, followed by 83 in February, 77 in March and 42 in April. By comparison, the board classified 25 films in January 2025, 58 in February, 114 in March and 70 in April of that year.
The distribution of age ratings indicates that only a small fraction of the films were suitable for all ages. Ten films received a “G” (general) rating, 16 were classified as “PG”, while 18 fell under the “12/12A” category. A much larger share targeted mature audiences, with 157 films rated “15” and 103 films classified as “18”.
Director of Film Censorship and Classification at the NFVCB, Deborah Malgwi, said the numbers underscore rising local content production and the board’s commitment to effective regulation. She noted that the ratings help parents, guardians and viewers make informed choices, while encouraging filmmakers to uphold national values and international best practices in storytelling.
Malgwi added that the board will continue to work with industry stakeholders to promote responsible filmmaking, combat unclassified content and support Nollywood’s growth as a major contributor to Nigeria’s economy. She urged producers to submit their works early for censorship and classification to avoid delays in release schedules.
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