UNESCO Offers Technical Support to Boost Nollywood Industry
Mr. Abdourahamane Diallo, UNESCO’s Head of Office and Country Representative in Nigeria, has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to providing technical assistance to strengthen Nigeria’s film industry.
Speaking at the premiere of When Wolves Cry, a film highlighting the harmful effects of fake news, Diallo emphasized UNESCO’s dedication to fostering cultural diversity and supporting Nigeria’s creative industries. The premiere, held at the UN House in Abuja, was attended by government officials, diplomats, and Nollywood stakeholders.
The film, produced by award-winning filmmaker Emmanuel Eyaba, aligns with UNESCO’s 2005 Convention for the Protection and Promotion of Cultural Expressions, Diallo noted. He added that UNESCO is prepared to help Nigeria further develop its film and video sectors, building on initiatives such as the 2023 National Dialogue on Cultural and Creative Industries.
Eyaba, also the Chairman of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) FCT chapter, shared that When Wolves Cry was created to raise awareness of fake news and its damaging impact. The film, a Pan-African project, features actors from Nigeria, Cameroon, Benin Republic, and Togo, and is scheduled for screenings at major film festivals and educational institutions across Nigeria.
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