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FG ban ‘money rituals’, other vices in Nollywood films
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By Francesca Hangeior
The Executive Director/CEO of National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Dr Shaibu Husseini, has said that the Federal Government has approved the prohibition of money rituals and glamourising of vices in Nigerian films.
Husseini disclosed this at a National Stakeholders Engagement on Smoke-Free Nollywood held in Enugu on Wednesday.
The event was organised by the NFVCB and Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA).
Movie producers, directors and actors drawn from different parts of the country, as well as leaders of various guilds and associations in the Nigerian film industry were present at the event.
Husseini said that today, we are facing an industry emergency requiring bold and ambitious actions from all parents, guardians and stakeholders.
“When my predecessor approached the former Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Muhammed on the need to make a subsidiary legislation to curtail the display of smoking in Nigerian movies, he saw the need to include money rituals.
“Others included in the regulation are ritual killings and glamourising other crimes in order to further sanitise the film industry.
“Today, I am delighted to announce to you that the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, pursuant to section 65 of the NFVCB Act 2004 has approved the regulation.
“The minister has approved the Prohibition of Money Ritual, Ritual Killing, Tobacco, Tobacco Products, Nicotine Product Promotion and Glamorisation display in Movies, Musical Videos and Skits” Regulations 2024.”
“We have also forwarded the approved copy to the Federal Ministry of Justice for Gazette,” he said.
Husseini said the sensitisation programme was to educate stakeholders on the danger inherent in consummation of smoking in Nigerian movies.
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According to him, besides the health implications, glamourising smoking in films poses a negative influence on teens and young adults who constitute the largest segment of Nigeria movie viewers.
He said that the board was set to undertake detailed enlightenment programmes in secondary schools, tertiary institutions, local communities, faith groups and other institutions.
“As you all know, the film industry occupies a central position in the entertainment and creative sector, and it is imperative that we continue to place the highest premium on the progress of the film industry.
“The NFVCB supports smoke-free movies and supports smoke-free Nollywood, and we therefore seek your collaboration to develop creative content that discourages smoking and promotes positive health messages.
“After series of engagements, the NFVCB in collaboration with the CAPPA decided to do a ‘subsidiary regulations’ to cater for smoking in movies since this aspect was not expressly spelt out in the extant Law.
“The NFVCB is well prepared to take leadership in this regard and has planned and began implementing innovative ways to achieve its mandate,” he said.
Internet Ignites as popular Nigerian content creator Peller has taken a major step in his relationship after proposing marriage to his girlfriend and fellow content creator, Jarvis.
The romantic proposal, which has since attracted significant attention online, marked a new chapter in the couple’s relationship and quickly became a trending topic across social media platforms.
Photos and videos from the special moment circulated widely, showing the couple celebrating the engagement with excitement and joy. Fans and followers flooded social media with congratulatory messages shortly after news of the proposal emerged.
Peller and Jarvis have built a strong following through their entertaining online content and public displays of affection, making them one of the most talked-about young couples in Nigeria’s digital entertainment space.
Over the years, the pair have frequently shared moments from their relationship with fans, helping them build a loyal audience that closely follows their personal and professional journeys.
The engagement announcement was met with excitement from supporters, many of whom expressed happiness at seeing the couple take their relationship to the next level.
Social media users described the proposal as a significant milestone and wished the pair success as they prepare for the next phase of their lives together.
The development has further strengthened the couple’s popularity online, with discussions surrounding the engagement continuing to trend across various platforms.
While details regarding the wedding plans have not yet been publicly disclosed, fans remain eager to learn more about the couple’s future plans.
For now, the engagement marks a memorable moment for Peller and Jarvis, whose relationship continues to attract attention from followers across Nigeria and beyond.
Nigerian singer, Flavour has revealed why it is difficult for him to commit to one woman.
Speaking in a video broadcast, the ‘Nabania’ crooner said he belongs to “the wild world” and not to a single woman.
The music star explained that unlike some men who are “domesticated”, he can’t be “caged.”
He said, “I am an explorer. I belong to the wild world. I belong to the street. Some men are domesticated but I am not. We belong to the wild world. I cannot be caged.”
Flavour has three children from two different women, both of whom are former beauty queens.
Afrobeats star Davido has stated that he will personally work to prevent electoral manipulation during the Osun State governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026.
In a post on his Instagram story, the singer addressed attempts to tamper with votes and stated he would be present on election day to protect the process.
He also expressed support for his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking a second term under the Accord Party.
“On August 15, anybody who tries to rig go collect in the highest order. I will be in the field to defend our votes. Keke must ke if need be!!! @aadeleke_01, at your back, sir!” he wrote.
Davido shared a clip of former resident electoral commissioner Nnenna Otti discussing electoral fraud and linked his comments to that footage.
The artist has been publicly involved in Osun politics. In April, after joining the party, Davido was named head of youth mobilisation for the Accord Party campaign council.
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