To meet with the streaming behemoth Netflix, the Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musawa, has dispatched an official delegation to Amsterdam.
The purpose of the discussion, which is anticipated to take place in Netflix’s corporate offices in Amsterdam, is to talk about how the Nigerian film industry will be affected by the streaming service’s recent decision to stop commissioning original material.
Notably, though, the meeting’s goal is to investigate potential win-win solutions. Dr. Shaibu Husseini, Executive Director/CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), will serve as the delegation’s leader. Distinguished players such as Charles Okpaleke, OON of Charles of Play Network, Kene Okwousa, Group Managing Director of FilmOne, filmmaker and director Moses Iwang, and Joy Odiete, President of the Film Distributors Association of Nigeria (FDAN), will accompany Dr. Husseini.
The discussion with the streaming behemoth highlights the Ministry’s dedication to advancing Nigeria’s creative economy and safeguarding the rights of regional content producers, according to a statement issued during the trip to BrandSpur national news stories. It is anticipated that the delegation’s interaction with Netflix will benefit the Nigerian film industry and open the door for more partnerships.
Barrister Musawa, the Minister in charge of fostering the expansion of Nigeria’s creative sector, has continuously shown her commitment to fostering cultural exchange and nurturing indigenous talent. Her efforts to cultivate global collaborations that support Nigeria’s creative industry are demonstrated by this meeting, the statement said.
