Seasoned actress and filmmaker, Stephanie Okereke Linus has been named among the list of distinguished film experts who will join the jury of the Zuma International Film Festival (ZUFF).
In anticipation of The Zuma International Film Festival (ZUFF) which has been scheduled to hold in Abuja from December 1 to 5, the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has briefed journalists on what to expect from the event.
In addition to Stephanie Linus’ presence, the NFC also disclosed that it has received a total of 3,120 submissions from several regions including countries like Iran, India, the United States (U.S.A.), Spain, France, as well as Nigeria for the event.
The theme for the 14th edition of the festival is ‘Digital Renaissance: Embracing the Future’.
“The Zuma International Film Festival is more than an event. It is a movement that promotes Nigeria’s cultural and creative economy. The festival creates jobs, empowers the youth and fosters collaborations across borders,” said Dr. Ali Nuhu, the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the NFC.
“This year, we highlight the transformative power of digital technology in filmmaking with over 3,120 film submissions from countries, including Nigeria, Iran, India, the U.S.A., Spain, and France,” he added.
