Celebrated Nigerian filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan revealed during the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival in France that a portion of ANIKULAPO’s second season would be filmed in Ghana, supporting the “Shoot in Ghana” initiative led by the National Film Authority.
This announcement was made by Mr. Afolayan at the Nigeria International Film and TV Summit (NIFS) in Cannes, attended by various industry experts and media personalities.
Juliet Yaa Asantewa Asante, CEO of Ghana’s National Film Authority, facilitated this agreement in France and was present at the summit when the news broke.
Ms. Asante described this as a significant step, highlighting the potential to reinvigorate and strengthen film ties between Ghana and Nigeria.
She emphasized the mutual benefits of deep collaboration and market exploration between the two countries.
Additionally, Mr. Afolayan’s commitment to education was noted, with his KAP Academy having trained over 10,000 students across Nigeria and other African regions.
The inclusion of Ghana as a filming location for ANIKULAPO is expected to create employment opportunities for many Ghanaians, including those outside the film industry, fostering skills transfer during the production phase.
ANIKULAPO, a Netflix original film and television series, has gained global recognition.
Ms. Asante encourages filmmakers worldwide to consider Ghana as a prime location for their projects. Ghana’s “Shoot in Ghana” campaign, initiated two years ago, has already achieved significant milestones, such as hosting the highly acclaimed Super Bowl advertisement and other undisclosed successes.