Ayoku Babu brings PAFF-African series to Nigeria

As Nigerian film makers try to settle down after the lull created by last elections, another platform that will further enrich the industry, the Pan African Film Festival, is set to hold its maiden edition in Nigeria.
According to the President of the outfit otherwise called the PAFF-AFRICAN series, it will provide an opportunity for young African filmmakers and new talents to interact with the best of Black filmmakers around the world, and also open room for co-productions.

Babu says it will also be a vehicle to showcase the works of the best of African filmmakers, actors and writers.
He says, “It is a new day and we are delighted to take our brand to Africa. African cinema is refreshing to world cinema because of the stories and talents that abound on the continent, with the Nigerian and South African film industries leading the pack.”
He adds that the African representatives include Miss Deborah Mangut and film maker Pascal Atuma, as well as veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo.

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Atuma is also quoted as saying, “We need PAFF in Africa so that the people can see, feel and touch the growth of the industry and also have a first-class platform to showcase their talents to an international audience. We are very grateful to Mr. Babu and the entire PAFF-Los Angeles for opening their doors and bringing this wonderful brand to Africa. It can’t get better than this. It is a beautiful day for the entire African cinema.”

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