Nigeria Takes Centre Stage As Essence Film Festival 2023 Marks First-Ever Nigeria Day

In an unprecedented move in the history of the Essence Festival of Culture, Nigeria is set to have its own dedicated day on the festival stages.

This momentous occasion aims to foster cultural connections between Nollywood, Nigeria’s thriving film industry, and other film industries worldwide, including Hollywood.

Dubbed “Nigeria Day,” this full-day event will take place on Saturday, July 1st, 2023, starting at 10 am at the Ernest Memorial Convention Centre in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Attendees can look forward to a diverse range of activities throughout the day, including movie screenings, engaging panel discussions, enlightening fireside chats, and valuable networking opportunities.

The event will feature some of Nollywood’s finest talents, including RMD, Stella Damasus, Timini Egbuson, and Daniel Etim Effiong.

The highlight of Nigeria Day will be the keynote address delivered by Deniece Laurent-Mantey, the Special Advisor for U.S. Africa Leaders Summit Implementation at the U.S. Department of State. This prestigious presence reflects the significance of the event and the growing recognition of Nollywood’s global impact.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to gain valuable insights through a detailed presentation on “How to Partner with the Creative Industry in Nigeria, particularly Nollywood.” This segment aims to foster collaborations and highlight the immense potential for creative partnerships within Nigeria’s vibrant entertainment landscape.

Leading the charge in curating and producing this historic event is That Good Media, headed by Toyosi Etim-Effiong. With their expertise and vision, they have been commissioned to ensure the success and significance of the first-ever Nigeria Day at the Essence Film Festival.

Nigeria’s inclusion in the Essence Festival of Culture and the establishment of Nigeria Day serve as powerful milestones, elevating the country’s cultural contributions and providing a platform for Nollywood to shine on the global stage.

This event paves the way for further collaborations, exchange of ideas, and the celebration of Nigeria’s rich artistic heritage.