By Peter.
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) successfully wrapped up the 5th edition of the Peace Anyiam-Osigwe Nigeria Digital Content Regulation Conference (NDCRC) on November 19, 2025, at the Muson Centre, Lagos.
Held under the theme “From Volume to Value: The future of the Nigerian motion picture industry in the digital age,” the two-day event (November 18–19) drew filmmakers, actors, regulators, and industry leaders to chart Nollywood’s path in the streaming era.
In his keynote address, NFVCB Executive Director Dr. Shaibu Husseini urged practitioners to prioritize quality storytelling, cultural authenticity, and global-standard production over sheer volume. “The future belongs to a responsible, forward-looking Nollywood anchored on strong regulation and value creation,” he declared.
Distinguished speakers included Bolanle Austen-Peters, Naz Onuzo, and Husseini himself. Representing the Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musawa, was actor and Nigerian Film Corporation DG Dr. Ali Nuhu.
Highlights & Honours
- Special recognition was given to Bolanle Austen-Peters, Funke Akindele, Femi Odugbemi, Joy Odiete, Moses Babatope, Chioma Ude, FilmOne, Cinemax, and breakout film Gingerrr for outstanding contributions.
- 23 veteran practitioners who clocked 50 or 60 in 2025 were celebrated at a glamorous reception, including Rita Dominic, Taiwo Adeleye, Saeed Mohammed, Ronnie Dikko, and Seyi Siwoku.
Notable attendees included Olori Temitope Enitan Ogunwusi (Queen of Ife), members of the late Peace Anyiam-Osigwe’s family, Stephanie Linus, Saidi Balogun, Mahmood Ali-Balogun, and other industry heavyweights.
Now in its fifth year and renamed in 2023 after the legendary filmmaker Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, the NDCRC continues to serve as Nollywood’s premier platform for policy dialogue, collaboration, and celebration of excellence in the digital age.
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