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‘Mai Martaba’ is Nigeria’s 2025 Oscar entry

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‘Mai Martaba’ is Nigeria’s 2025 Oscar entry

Nigeria has selected the epic Hausa film “Mai Martaba” as its contender for the International Feature Film (IFF) category at the 97th Academy Awards. Produced and directed by Prince Daniel, the film explores power, love, greed, and betrayal in an ancient African kingdom. It presents a transformative tale that challenges conventions and celebrates female leadership. … Read more

Nigerian Selection Committee calls for IFF category entries

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Nigerian Selection Committee calls for IFF category entries

The Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) invites Nigerian filmmakers to submit their feature films for consideration in the International Feature Film (IFF) category of the 97th Annual Academy Awards (Oscars). The 97th Oscars ceremony is set for 2 March 2025, broadcasting live from the Dolby … Read more