By Benjamin Njoku

Popular filmmaker and mentor Uche Agbo has thrown his hat into the ring for the presidency of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN).

With a campaign focused on reform, innovation, and inclusivity, Agbo aims to bring transformative leadership to the Guild.

He made his intentions known in a letter addressed to DGN members, where he also  promised to move the Guild  from a personality-driven association to a system-governed institution, rooted in transparency and sustainability if he’s elected as the next president of the Guild.

“When you give me the mandate to serve the Guild,  you can hold me accountable to these promises over the next two years,” Agbo wrote.

Meanwhile, Agbo’s  campaign promises include establishing  DGN National Policy Advisory Council to  reflect on the Guild’s 25-year legacy and charting a visionary course for the next 25 years.

He also intends to  strengthen mentorship pipelines, supporting upcoming directors as well as advocating for  stronger legal protections and ensuring  fair contracts, and protections for members.

Furthermore, he intends to

open  doors to international co-productions for DGN members in addition to  creating a culture where every member feels seen, heard, and valued.

As he simply but powerfully puts it:

“The Future is Here… and You Are the Future.”