The Anambra State Commissioner for Culture, Entertainment, and Tourism, Comrade Don Onyenji, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to empowering youths with diverse skills to reclaim Anambra’s leading role in Nigeria’s film industry.
Comrade Onyenji made this known during a visit to ANAWOOD Film Village in Awka by the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, and the Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr. Patrick Agha Mba. The film village serves as a training hub for Anambra youths interested in acting and other aspects of filmmaking, with the program fully funded by Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
Highlighting the initiative, Comrade Onyenji noted that the free training will produce skilled filmmakers who will contribute to organic growth in the Nigerian film industry, positioning Anambra as a major player.
The Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr. Agha Mba, emphasized that ANAWOOD aligns with Governor Soludo’s “One Youth, Two Skills” initiative, which aims to create 1,000 youth millionaires annually while driving private-sector job creation.
Dr. Law Mefor, the Commissioner for Information, expressed confidence that the initiative will revive Anambra’s historical significance in filmmaking, noting that Nollywood’s origins can be traced back to the state. He encouraged the trainees to approach their craft with passion to achieve success and help restore Anambra’s glory in the industry.
