Entertainments
Amb. Dr. Queen Blessing Ebigieson, sworn in as new president of AMP

Joel Ajayi
Nollywood’s premier guild, Association of Movie Producers, (AMP), has recently sworn in her immediate past Vice President, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson, as the substantive president of the association. This is following the demise of Ms Peace Anyiam-Osigwe MFR, earlier in the year and in respect of the associations constitutional provision which states that the vice president shall complete the tenure of the president in the event of the president’s permanent relocation from Lagos, impeachment or death.
In a statement Signed on Sunday in Abuja by the National Publicity Secretary of Association Nzeh Frankwhite revealed that official swearing in of the new president was held on 17th of March 2023 at the association’s national secretariat in Surulere, Lagos.
The swearing in/oat taking was administered by Barrister Nobert Ajaegbu under the supervision of the association’s Board of Trustees Chairman, Olorogun Zeb Ejiro and witnessed by some prominent stakeholders of the association.
The short ceremony was also transmitted live on zoom for the virtual participation benefit of numerous members across the globe
In her acceptance speech, the new president promised to do her best not to let down the memory of late madam Peace Anyiam-Osigwe MFR and her numerous colleagues who have reposed this confidence in her, the new president, however called for the total cooperation of all, since she can do nothing without their support.
She thanked all her colleagues from far and near and promise to ensure the association and its members will witness a season of greater glory under her watch
Other stakeholders that were present at the event were;
Francis Onwochei, Keppy Ekpeyong, Hope Opara, Lilian Ama-Aluko, Joe Dudun, Baba Agba, Tony Chukwuma, Franca Brown, Emmanuel Ogugua, Emeka Ossai, Uncle Dele Osawe, Moji Oyetayo, Favour Benson etc.
The new president has since resumed in her new role as the leader of the association in Nigeria. Congratulation!
Creative Industry
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Explore Film Production Collaboration

Joel Ajayi
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have commenced discussions on sustainable cultural cooperation, particularly in the area film production.
Consequently, a meeting has been held between the Nigerian Film Corporation led by Dr. Ali Nuhu and Mr. Ali Khalil Al-Maqeit, representative of the Saudi Arabia Film Commission, at the ongoing Berlinale film festival in Germany.
The Saudi authorities are eager to sign a cooperation agreement with Nigeria, to facilitate a robust film sector development for both countries.
The potentials for film industry growth are vast, with opportunities for co-production, talent exchange, and knowledge sharing. The handshake between Nigeria’s vibrant film industry, and that of Saudi Arabia would enable the showcase of unique cultures of both nations.
This significant effort is part of a broader strategy by Saudi Arabia and Nigeria to strengthen bilateral cultural relations.
As the two countries move towards the emplacement of a cooperation agreement, exciting new developments and investment opportunities await Nigeria and Saudi filmmakers.
#nfc #nigerianfilm #development #poweringpossibilities
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