The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has reached a historic milestone by acquiring a permanent headquarters, a first for the agency in it
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has reached a historic milestone by acquiring a permanent headquarters, a first for the agency in its 28 year history.
This landmark achievement, which reflects the federal government’s commitment to bolstering Nigeria’s creative sector, was made possible through the support of the minister of art, culture, tourism and the creative economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa.
During a courtesy visit to the minister in Abuja, the NFVCB’s director general, Shaibu Husseini, expressed his profound gratitude for her guidance and intervention.
This support was instrumental in securing the allocation of the property, which had been recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in 2017.
Husseini stated, “After nearly three decades, the NFVCB has finally secured a home of its own under the leadership and support of the Honourable Minister. This milestone not only strengthens our institutional capacity but also allows us to create a museum dedicated to Nigeria’s audiovisual heritage, which has been a long-standing aspiration.
“We are grateful for the minister’s dedication and we pledge our full loyalty and commitment to advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda through our statutory mandate.”
Husseini also expressed optimism that the ministry would provide continued support for the renovation of the new building so that it fully meets the operational needs of the agency and serves as a vibrant hub for Nigeria’s creative industry.
In her response, Musawa praised Husseini’s leadership, describing him as passionate, resilient, and an asset to the creative sector.
She noted that his efforts were already yielding results that align with president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for empowering Nigeria’s cultural and creative industries.
Musawa said, “I am delighted to celebrate this milestone with the NFVCB. Your doggedness and dedication to the creative sector are commendable and I am proud of the progress being made under your leadership. This permanent headquarters represents a new era for the board, one that will strengthen our ability to deliver on president’s vision for the creative economy and showcase Nigeria’s cultural identity globally.”
The NFVCB has announced its plans to establish a museum within the new headquarters to showcase Nigeria’s rich film and cultural heritage.
The museum is also intended to serve as a central hub for stakeholders, creatives, and researchers.
Husseini has extended an invitation to the minister to the board’s upcoming digital conference in the month of November, with the aim of fostering closer collaboration between the ministry and the board.
This milestone not only provides the NFVCB with a permanent home but also reinforces the federal government’s broader commitment, under the Renewed Hope Agenda, to supporting institutions that drive cultural preservation, creative excellence, and sustainable growth.
