The Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with the Africa International Film Festival to launch the Africa International Film Festival Film and Content Market.
This groundbreaking partnership was announced at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
The partnership aims to promote Nigeria’s creative industry and position the country as a central player in the global content economy. The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Honourable Hannatu Musa Musawa, stated that the partnership is a key step in the Federal Government’s efforts to propel the industry to greater heights.
The partnership aims to promote Nigeria’s creative industry and position the country as a central player in the global content economy.
Confirming this development, the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Honourable Hannatu Musa Musawa, stated that the partnership is a key step in the Federal Government’s efforts to propel the industry to greater heights.
The Africa International Film Festival Film and Content Market will connect global creators, investors, and distributors, and is set to debut at the Africa International Film Festival 2025 in Lagos.
This initiative is expected to have a significant impact on Nigeria’s creative economy and reinforce the country’s position as a major player in the African film industry.
The partnership is a testament to the Federal Government’s commitment to expanding the creative industry through strategic public-private collaborations.
With this development, Nigeria’s film industry is poised for growth and increased global recognition.
