The Founder, Best of Nollywood Awards, Seun Oloketuyi, has been appointed member of the Advisory Board for Kaduna International Film Festival.
The development was confirmed in a statement Oloketuyi personally signed and made available to newsmen in Lagos on Tuesday.
Oloketuyi said the honor is a “recognition of my contributions to the growth and development of Nollywood and the African creative industry at large.”
The Kaduna International Film Festival, established in 2018, has been a beacon of cultural promotion, tourism, youth empowerment, and peace-building in northern Nigeria.
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As the first international film festival in the region, it continues to bridge the gap in the northern film and creative industry, fostering inclusion and growth across the nation.
He said, “I am committed to leveraging my experience and expertise to further the festival’s mission of celebrating Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and empowering young creatives. This opportunity serves as a platform to support the festival’s efforts in strengthening the film industry, both in Nigeria and beyond.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the leadership of the Kaduna International Film Festival for entrusting me with this role. Together, we will continue to elevate the creative industry and showcase the best of Nigerian talent to the world.”