Nigeria, Brazil Sign Landmark Film Pact to Boost Cross-Border Production and Cultural Exchange
New bilateral agreement positions Nigeria for greater global influence in film, financing, and creative talent development.
Nigeria’s film sector has reached a new milestone with the signing of a groundbreaking audio-visual cooperation agreement with Brazil, aimed at unlocking new opportunities in film production, distribution, talent development, and cultural exchange between both nations.
The agreement, signed at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, was sealed under the Nigeria–Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM) and witnessed by Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, and Brazilian Vice President, Mr. Geraldo Alckmin.
Described by stakeholders as a “great leap” for transnational film investment and collaboration, the deal signals a new chapter for Nigeria’s creative economy on the global stage.
Dr. Ali Nuhu, Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), hailed the pact as a validation of Nigeria’s rising status in international filmmaking and its expanding storytelling influence.
“This collaboration will reshape the development and export of audio-visual content between both countries, each boasting large Black populations and dynamic creative industries,” Nuhu said.
A statement by NFC’s Director of Public Affairs, Brian Etuk, confirmed that both the NFC and Brazil’s national film agency, ANCINE (Agência Nacional do Cinema), are already implementing post-signing protocols. These include a joint handbook and operational guidelines designed to ensure immediate engagement by filmmakers from both countries.
Dr. Nuhu emphasized that the partnership aligns with Nigeria’s broader global vision under the “Nigeria Everywhere” and “Nigeria: Destination 2030” initiatives—strategies aimed at positioning the country as a powerhouse in the global creative economy.
He added that Nigerian filmmakers can expect to benefit from expanded financing, reciprocal production access, skills-sharing initiatives, and access to new international audiences, much like the ongoing Nigeria–South Africa film cooperation.
“This is another giant step that shows the government’s commitment to supporting our filmmakers and expanding Nigeria’s cultural footprint worldwide,” said Etuk.
The agreement underscores Nigeria’s continued pursuit of strategic global partnerships that elevate its creative industries and amplify its voice in international storytelling.
