Del-York Group marked a pivotal moment at the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Lagos Film City in Ejinrin, Epe Lagos. A three-year journey that originated from the vision of Mr. Linus Idahosa, the CEO and Founder of Del-York Group, in collaboration with the Lagos State Government, under the visionary leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.  

The Lagos Film City promises to be a one-stop destination for a thriving film, entertainment, and production ecosystem through its state-of-the-art sound stages, cutting-edge post-production facilities, meticulously crafted movie sets, educational institutions, and a contemporary theme park, this project aspires to inspire – empowering talent development, bridging collaboration, and uniting the world through the creative arts, catalyzing opportunity, and economic growth across the nation. 

Under the leadership of Governor Sanwo-Olu, Lagos is on a transformative journey. His unwavering commitment and pioneering vision are setting Lagos on a path to becoming one of the world’s leading economies and entertainment epicenters. Governor Sanwo-Olu’s dedication is evident in every stride he takes, every policy he enacts, and every vision he shares for the people of Lagos. Through his foresight, Lagos Film City places the arts and entertainment sector at the heart of the city’s development, recognizing its immense potential to shape the future.

The project is envisioned as a first-of-its-kind creative industry conclave where academia meets industry. This 100-hectare live, work, and play facility boasts 900 meters of prime waterfront and is in the serene and picturesque old town of Ejinrin in the Epe Local Government Area of the state. Ejinrin harbors much of Lagos and Nigeria’s early commercial history and is said to be the location of Nigeria’s first commercial seaport and home to the country’s first post office. 

Internationally acclaimed project partners, such as Storyland Studios, ARRI,  are collaborating on the project, blending their distinct skills and worldwide expertise. This synergy is further enriched by other international partners who recognize the exceptional significance of the Nigerian entertainment industry, resulting in a harmonious fusion of local and global talents.

Lagos Film City is poised to generate over 10,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities, offering vast prospects for both the creative and technological fields. This hub will cultivate Africa’s creative potential, usher in a fresh era of filmmaking in the Nollywood landscape and foster a conducive atmosphere for local and international investors to fund, produce, and disseminate Nigerian content.

A group of esteemed personalities were present at the groundbreaking ceremony, from the top official of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to cabinet ministers, respected leaders, experts from the financial sector, luminaries of the Nigerian and African film sectors, governmental delegates, creatives and media enthusiasts. It was a paramount gathering for these prominent figures from across Nigeria.