Campaign Story

Film & Friends Nigeria is more than an event. It’s a growing creative movement built for filmmakers, storytellers, actors, cinematographers, costume designers, editors, producers, photographers, writers, film lovers and every dreamer passionate about African cinema. We are creating a space where connection meets creativity — a safe, exciting environment where emerging and established creatives can network, collaborate, watch films, share ideas, discover opportunities and build the future of Nigerian storytelling together. This edition of Film & Friends Nigeria, themed ‘Ibadan Filmmaker Spotlight’ is designed as a vibrant outdoor film and creative experience featuring:
• Film screenings
• Creative networking
• Conversations around film and storytelling
• Community building
• Interactive experiences for creatives
• Opportunities for collaboration across multiple creative industries Why We Need Your Support Independent creative communities need support to grow. Your contribution will help us cover:
• Venue and screening setup
• Projectors, sound and technical production
• Branding and event design
• Guest and creator support
• Content creation and media coverage
• Logistics, seating, lighting and attendee experience
• Building a sustainable platform for future editions Every donation, no matter the size, directly supports a creative ecosystem that gives filmmakers and artists a place to be seen, heard and connected. Film & Friends Nigeria exists because community matters. Because collaboration matters. Because Nigerian stories deserve spaces where they can thrive. By supporting this campaign, you’re not just funding an event — you’re helping build a stronger creative culture for the next generation of storytellers. Join us as we bring cinema, creativity and community together. Welcome to Film & Friends Nigeria.