(By Uchenne Onuzulike)--This
Consultancy Africa Intelligence paper highlights the Nigerian movie industry, known as Nollywood. It has an
impact on Nigerian culture, politics, society and economics. Although the
early Nollywood movies predominantly dwell on supernatural themes, the movie
industry has evolved. Despite some challenges that face Nollywood including
quality of film and piracy,(2) the film industry has positioned itself to
inform its audience, which impacts Nigeria and beyond. Recent developments
include the seeking of Nollywood’s endorsement during the 2011 general election
and contribution to the removal of fuel subsidy in 2012.(3) Furthermore, the
industry “has tried to represent the disintegration of societal values such as
women’s rights, civil society and governance.”(4)
