By Felicia Kallikrates

In recent years, the Nigerian movie industry, popularly known as Nollywood, has witnessed a surge in growth and success, making it one of the largest film industries globally.

Here are a few attributes of the film industry in Ghana we think are making it stand out on the African continent.

1. The Size of the Industry

Popularly known as Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry is the second-largest film industry in the world, producing over 2,500 movies annually.

The sheer size of the Nigerian movie industry gives it an advantage in terms of providing opportunities for aspiring actors, actresses, and filmmakers.

2. Captivating Storytelling

Nollywood has positioned itself as a force to reckon with in terms of innovative and captivating storytelling.

Nigerian filmmakers have been able to tell unique stories that resonate with both the local and international audiences.

They have been able to tackle societal issues such as corruption, poverty, human trafficking, and political instability in their movies, making them socially relevant.

3. Government Support

The Nigerian government has been providing support and funding for the movie industry.

The government established the Nigerian Film Corporation, which provides training, workshops, and lending facilities to filmmakers.

This has helped in promoting the growth of the industry.

4. Increased International Recognition

Nollywood has continued to gain international recognition through the years.

The industry has won several awards and has been nominated for many more.

Netflix, a leading streaming platform, has also started to include Nollywood films in its library, thereby increasing access to global audiences.

In conclusion, the Nigerian movie industry continues to grow and thrive, and these are some huge milestones they have attained and should serve as examples for other film industries on the continent to emulate.

However, it is important to note that there is still room for both industries to exist and prosper.