Okiki Films village Ibadan is unveiled by Chief Sunday Esan to promote African culture, heritage, and authentic storytelling through a dedicated film production hub

Chief Sunday Esan, CEO of Okiki Films and Records International, has unveiled a new film village in Ibadan designed to promote African culture, heritage, and indigenous storytelling within Nigeria’s growing film industry.

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The Okiki Films Village, located on a seven-acre site at Idi Ori, Onidundu in Akinyele Local Government Area, features traditional mud houses and culturally inspired structures that provide an authentic environment for film production.

The facility is intended to serve as a dedicated hub for filmmakers working on epic and culturally themed projects.

According to Chief Esan, the initiative represents a commitment to preserving and showcasing African traditions while creating a creative space where stories rooted in history, mythology, and community life can be brought to life on screen.

The film village is structured to reflect various aspects of African identity, with architectural elements and symbolic designs that evoke ancestral heritage.

It is positioned not only as a filming location but also as a cultural landmark aimed at sustaining and projecting indigenous narratives.

Chief Esan described the unveiling as the beginning of a new phase for African cinema, emphasising the importance of authenticity in storytelling and the need for spaces that support culturally relevant productions.

He noted that the environment is designed to accommodate filmmakers seeking settings that align with traditional themes, allowing for more immersive and visually accurate representations of African stories.

With its establishment, the Okiki Films Village is expected to contribute to the development of Nollywood by providing a specialized production space that blends creativity with cultural preservation, while also attracting filmmakers interested in producing content that reflects Africa’s rich heritage.

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The project underscores a broader movement within the Nigerian film industry toward investing in infrastructure that supports original storytelling, cultural documentation, and the global promotion of African narratives.