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Agege partners Kunle Afolayan to groom young creatives

Agege Local Government has partnered veteran filmmaker Kunle Afolayan to empower young creatives in the area through practical training and mentorship.​ The initiative, championed by council chairman Ganiyu Obasa, will provide hands on skills in film, music and podcasting to help youths build careers in the creative industry. Obasa, accompanied by the vice chairman, council manager and top officials, visited Afolayan to map out a long term collaboration.​ He said the goal is to identify and develop promising talents from Agege, giving them access to professional productions and platforms where they can compete at national and international levels.​ In a post on X, Obasa explained that discussions focused on creating real platforms where young people can gain confidence, refine their skills and explore their creativity in a structured way.​ He added that the programme will emphasise originality, discipline and sustainable […]

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Winning AFRIMA is life changing, say Juma Jux and Folex

Tanzanian stars Juma Jux and Folex have described winning at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos as life changing, saying the platform has greatly boosted their visibility and opened new doors across the continent.​ They spoke in Dar es Salaam at a Media and Stakeholders’ Parley organised by AFRIMA’s International Committee, which brought together artistes, regulators, music executives and the media to review the impact of the awards on East Africa’s music industry.​ Juma Jux, who won East African Artiste of the Year (Male), said the AFRIMA experience was career defining. “Winning AFRIMA changed a lot for me. People who never spoke to me before now reach out. Being on a stage watched in over 84 countries gives you a new level of visibility and responsibility,” he told participants.​ He called for stronger partnerships between platforms like AFRIMA […]

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MultiChoice Talent Factory opens 2026 intake for young African filmmakers

MultiChoice Talent Factory has opened applications for its 2026 intake, inviting aspiring African filmmakers, directors, producers, scriptwriters and storytellers to apply for its fully funded training programme. The Pan African film and television academy offers industry accredited training aimed at developing the next generation of screen talent across the continent.​ MultiChoice said the initiative is part of its commitment, within the CANAL+ ecosystem, to tell compelling African stories for audiences at home and abroad. The company explained that the programme equips young creatives with technical, creative and business skills needed to succeed in the global film and television industry.​ The 2026 edition of the MultiChoice Talent Factory is a nine month programme that combines classroom learning with practical experience. It uses a hybrid model, mixing online sessions with intensive in person training to give participants hands on exposure to real […]

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Nigeria Urged to Strengthen Copyright Protection for Performers

Prof. Dorcas Odunaike, a specialist in commercial and intellectual property law at Babcock University, has called on lawmakers to improve the 2022 Copyright Act to better protect the rights of performers. She made these remarks during Babcock University’s 56th inaugural lecture in Ilishan-Remo, emphasizing the growing challenges from technology, digital piracy, and new forms of digital manipulation, such as deep fakes. Prof. Odunaike explained that if the Copyright Act is updated and properly implemented, it could bring better financial rewards to performers and boost Nigeria’s creative economy. She noted challenges that performers face include tracking the use of their work, dealing with piracy and bootlegging, and threats from digital platforms. Nigeria’s creative industry currently makes up about 2% of the country’s GDP and employs around 4.2 million people in areas like Nollywood, music, fashion, and digital media. However, the rapid […]

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French Embassy, AFRIFF celebrate French-Nigerian film partnership

The French Embassy in Nigeria has renewed its partnership with the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) for the fourth consecutive year, reinforcing the growing collaboration between the French and Nigerian film industries. As part of this year’s festival, twelve French industry professionals have been invited to Lagos to participate in a high-level event designed to showcase French expertise in the audiovisual sector on one of Nollywood’s biggest platforms. AFRIFF, a cornerstone of the African film landscape, will once again welcome French producers and distributors from across France. The partnership aims to foster opportunities for cooperation, promote high-quality French content, and introduce Nigerian producers and distributors to various tools and incentives for co-productions with France. A major highlight of this year’s edition is the launch of the AFRIFF Film and Content Market (AFCM) — a dedicated marketplace for film and content […]

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John Dumelo Rejects Push for Creative Industry Leaders as Tourism Ministers.

Renowned actor and Ayawaso West Wuogon MP, John Dumelo, has dismissed the idea of reserving the Tourism Ministry for creatives, arguing that the role requires a visionary leader who prioritizes the welfare of the creative sector.In an interview with Graphic Showbiz, Dumelo expressed his respect for the position of his colleagues but emphasized the importance of competence over industry affiliation. He believes the decision should be left to President John Mahama, inaugurated on January 7, 2025.The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture was established in 2013 under Mahama to unite tourism, arts, and culture. While some creatives previously held roles in the ministry, Dumelo insists that effective leadership transcends being part of the creative fraternity.His comments come amidst fresh advocacy from creatives to appoint one of their own to the ministry. Dumelo, however, pledged to uphold the NDC manifesto's vision […]

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Kwame A Plus: My Priority Is Gomoa Central, Not the Creative Industry.

Ghanaian musician and newly elected Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame A Plus, has clarified that his focus in Parliament will be on serving his constituents, not the entertainment industry. Speaking with Graphic Showbiz, A Plus highlighted that no creative group supported his campaign, stating, “I’m not going to Parliament to fight for the industry; they didn’t put me there.”Instead, he directed the creative sector to pay attention to Shatta Wale’s advocacy, praising him for offering practical solutions to the industry's challenges.A Plus, who defeated the NPP incumbent MP by over 2,600 votes, shared that his journey to Parliament began six years ago, during which he pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s, and an LLB.While his comments stirred mixed reactions, he reiterated that his mandate is to prioritize the needs of Gomoa Central, the community that entrusted […]

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Adjetey Anang Advocates Storytelling Over Protests to Combat Galamsey.

Ghanaian actor Adjetey Anang, also known as Pusher, has emphasized the power of storytelling in addressing societal issues like illegal mining, commonly referred to as 'galamsey' in Ghana. In an interview, Anang highlighted that creative professionals, particularly actors, have the ability to convey important messages through their craft, potentially influencing change more effectively than through protests.The actor, known for his role in "Things We Do for Love," believes that incorporating messages about social issues into films and productions can be a more impactful way of raising awareness among audiences. He mentioned that entertainment often blends with messages about serious problems, allowing people to enjoy the content while also learning about issues like galamsey.While Anang supports lawful protests against illegal mining, he stressed that actors and other creatives could make a significant difference by focusing on storytelling as a tool for […]

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