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Chukwuka Osakwe on Navigating Nollywood, BTS Film Photography & Treatment of Film production crews in Nigeria

Pause and take a quick second to think about how you generally get to know about an upcoming film. Is it through the trailer or film still?

For a lot of people in Nigeria, their first exposure is most likely usually through the trailer. Film stills generally come second or even third. Why is that?

I spoke to Chukwuka Osakwe, an emerging Photographer, filmmaker and director based in Lagos, Nigeria, to explain the need for more unit photographers in Nollywood movies and why stills are critical to the success of a film.

Animation, Social Media Algorithms, African Narratives, & Money with Israel Obasola

Israel Obasola is a self-taught animator and illustrator based in Lagos, Nigeria. He is committed to creating digital animated content on various topics and sharing them with a global audience. His skits on TikTok currently have 60.4 million views and 4 million likes.

I spoke to him about African narratives, understanding social media algorithms, and tips for young people on the African continent looking to become animators.

Edi Lawani: Live entertainment during a health pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the Nigerian live entertainment sector to a standstill.

With this present reality, how can artists, creatives, and technical experts pivot in response to this new normal?

What can the Nigerian government, as well, do to help the entertainment industry?

I spoke to Edi Lawani, a well-known Nigerian show promoter, consultant, and special events producer about these and more.

Listen to the interview here

Blaqbonez: Music, Marketing, & Social Media

The health pandemic has upended the global economy. No industry has been spared including the live entertainment industry.

There’s also a steady glut of music and content that is being released by the second which has made it challenging for artists and creatives alike to stay relevant.

But Blaqbonez, a Nigerian rapper, seems to understand how to market and thrive in this new normal. I reached out to him to get some insights.