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FG Bans Money Rituals, Smoking, and Crime Scenes in Nollywood Movies
The Federal Government has announced a ban on the depiction of money rituals, smoking, and crime scenes in Nollywood movies. Shaibu Husseini, Executive Director/CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), made the announcement during a National Stakeholders Engagement on Smoke-Free Nollywood on Wednesday, May 22 in Enugu.
Details of the Ban
Husseini explained that this move aims to prevent the public display of crimes and sanitize the industry. He stated:
“Today, we are facing an industry emergency requiring bold and ambitious actions from all parents, guardians, and stakeholders.”
He highlighted that his predecessor had initially approached the former Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Muhammed, to introduce a subsidiary legislation curbing the display of smoking in Nigerian movies. This discussion expanded to include money rituals, ritual killings, and the glamorization of other crimes.
Official Regulation
Husseini announced:
“I am delighted to inform you that the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, pursuant to section 65 of the NFVCB Act 2004, has approved the regulation. The new regulation, titled ‘Prohibition of Money Ritual, Ritual Killing, Tobacco, Tobacco Products, Nicotine Product Promotion, and Glamorisation display in Movies, Musical Videos, and Skits’ Regulations 2024, has been approved and forwarded to the Federal Ministry of Justice for gazetting.”
Impact on Youth
Husseini emphasized that promoting smoking in films has a detrimental impact on teens and young people, who constitute a significant portion of Nigerian moviegoers. He stated that the board plans to conduct extensive enlightenment campaigns in secondary schools, tertiary institutions, local communities, faith organizations, and other institutions.
Call for Collaboration
He called for collaboration from all stakeholders to develop creative content that discourages smoking and promotes positive health messages:
“As you all know, the film industry occupies a central position in the entertainment and creative sector, and it is imperative that we continue to place the highest premium on the progress of the film industry. The NFVCB supports smoke-free movies and smoke-free Nollywood. We seek your collaboration to develop content that discourages smoking and promotes positive health messages.”
Implementation
Husseini concluded by noting that the NFVCB, in collaboration with the CAPPA, has created subsidiary regulations to address smoking in movies, as this aspect was not explicitly covered in the existing law. He assured that the NFVCB is prepared to take leadership in this regard and has already begun implementing innovative ways to achieve its mandate.
Ghanaian Nollywood actor Van Vicker has marked his 21st wedding anniversary with his wife, Adjoa Van Vicker, sharing heartfelt reflections on their journey together. In an emotional Instagram post, he expressed gratitude to God and offered insights into the complexities of marriage, describing it as a “bed of thorns and roses” filled with both beautiful moments and challenges.
Van Vicker emphasized the importance of marrying the right person and understanding them deeply. He highlighted that staying “in love” is crucial, stating, “the desire to want to stay married” motivates him to continue their journey together. He shared his belief that while marriage has its difficulties, love remains a beautiful experience, saying, “I have no regrets about being married and staying married.”
In his post, he reflected on their 30-year relationship, stating, “I am blessed to have my wife, Adjoa Van Vicker, by my side all these years.” He prayed for the grace to continue navigating the challenges of marriage and expressed his appreciation for the love they share.
Last year, Van Vicker surprised fans by celebrating their 20th anniversary, emphasizing that their journey began three decades ago and recognizing their marriage as a profound blessing.
Happy anniversary to the couple!
Award-winning artist Davido has declared his fourth album, *Timeless*, as his best work to date. In an interview with comedian and actor Broda Shaggi during the unveiling of his new Puma collection, Davido discussed his fashion choices and shared insights about his music.
Reflecting on his style, Davido stated, “They say I like to dress like a rapper because I love urban fashion. I love wearing T-shirts, jeans, and sneakers to look comfortable. You will find me in a suit when it’s time to collect money. Sometimes, I also wear Agbada.”
Released on March 31, 2023, *Timeless* achieved remarkable success, setting records for first-day and first-week streams on platforms like Spotify Nigeria, Audiomack, Boomplay, and YouTube. The album received a Grammy nomination for Best Global Album and produced hit singles such as “Unavailable,” featuring Musa Keys, which earned a Grammy nod for Best African Song Performance, and “Feel,” nominated for Best Global Song Performance.
In the interview, Davido hinted that his upcoming album will surpass *Timeless*, a sentiment he echoed earlier this year when hosting American content creator Kai Cenat. Fans can look forward to the new album’s lead single, a collaboration with Jamaican star YG Marley.
The film *dire, featuring Kehinde Bankole, has garnered four nominations at the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards. FilmOne Entertainment announced this achievement via their Instagram, highlighting the film’s exceptional cinematography and performances.
The nominations include:
– Best Cinematography
– Best Actress
– Best Costume
– Best Production Design
Released on Netflix on January 13, 2024, Adire earned ₦8 million in its opening weekend. The BON Awards, established in 2009, recognize outstanding achievements within the Nollywood industry and feature over 30 categories.
The film follows a young female fashion entrepreneur, played by Kehinde Bankole, who grapples with the consequences of her dark past as a sex worker. It was created and written by Jack’enneth Opukeme, who also acts in the film, and directed by Adeoluwa Owu, also known as Captain Degzy. The cast includes notable names such as Femi Branch, Kelechi Udegbe, and Yvonne Jegede.
In addition to Adire, Jagun Jagun leads the nominations with a total of 12.
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