Edo International Film Festival: An event that highlights Nigeria’s creative talent
The Edo International Film Festival (ESIFF) opened with a bang, welcoming a crowd of professionals to celebrate the cinematic talent of Edo State, Nigeria. This event, which brought together renowned personalities such as Mary Njoku, CEO of Rok Studios; actor Ibrahim Suleiman; director Lancelot Imaseun; the comedian Ali Baba; Filmhouse Cinemas CEO Kene Mkparu; Victor Sanchez, Production Manager at Multichoice Nigeria; Alhaji Adedayo Thomas, Director General of the National Film and Video Censorship Board; Bukola Oloyede, head of Sony Nigeria, and many others, marked the start of a week dedicated to cinema and creativity in the region.
The opening ceremony was lavish, with speeches from the organizers highlighting the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Edo State. The event also featured a selection of short and feature films, including “Scar”, starring Mary Njoku and Uzee Usman, and “Osato”, starring veteran Mercy Aigbe, Femi Branch, Deyemi Okanlawon and winner Phyna from Big Brother Naija.
The festival places particular emphasis on promoting films produced in Edo State, thereby showcasing the vitality of the local film community. Indeed, Edo State has long been a hotbed of creative talent, with artists, musicians and athletes all making significant contributions on the national and international stage.
ESIFF offers a unique opportunity to celebrate cinema and creativity in Nigeria while showcasing local productions. This event helps strengthen Nigeria’s reputation as a dynamic and innovative film hub, drawing attention to the talent and diversity of the country’s arts scene.
Be sure to follow the news from the Edo International Film Festival and discover the exceptional cinematographic and artistic works emerging from this region rich in creativity.