THE need to reposition the Nigerian movie industry known as Nollywood for it to be able to promote the nation’s cultural diplomacy, was the focus of the 4th Annual Public Lecture organized by the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO).

The creative sector has proven to be a viable contributor to the economic development of nations, especially with consideration to the immense export potentials of the sector. Nollywood (the Nigerian film industry) is recognised as the second largest film industry in the world and Nigerian music, after conquering Africa, is generating conversation and growing interest across the world.

The Los Angeles and Johannesburg-based DISCOP organization has announced a major new initiative to celebrate the content, production and distribution industries in key territories served by its two regional markets, as it introduces a ‘Guest Country’ focus at both DISCOP Africa and DISCOP Istanbul.

DAN Oluigbo, popularly known as chief priest, is one of the pioneers of Nollywood who disagrees with the ovation Nollywood is currently enjoying both from within and outside the country. In this exclusive chat with Vanguard Art, the movie maker xrays the industry’s problems and charts a way forward. Excerpts.

Blessed with good looks, Uche Iwuanyanwu is one of the rising actresses in Nollywood you cannot help but admire for her professional exploits. In this interview, she talks about her blossoming career, and why she prefers to star in Ghanaian movies and many more…