Nigerian actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli has praised her colleagues in the film industry for continuing to produce content despite the country’s ongoing economic hardships.
Taking to Instagram, Oboli highlighted the dedication and resilience of filmmakers, noting the long hours, tight budgets, and unseen risks they face in keeping the industry alive.
She emphasised that every contribution matters, whether in cinema, streaming platforms, or YouTube, and encouraged creators to keep pushing despite challenges.
“To every filmmaker still creating in Nollywood right now, take a bow,” Oboli wrote.
“The sleepless nights, the budgets that don’t stretch, the risks no one talks about, the faith it takes to keep going, your work counts.”
She added that the industry’s growth is driven not just by talent but by resilience, belief, and heart.
“We are building, pushing, stretching, and still choosing to create. And that is what Nollywood is built on,” she said.
Oboli affirmed the power of persistence: “If you’re still making films in Nollywood in this economy, you’re doing something powerful.
”Different platforms, same passion. Different paths, same purpose. I see you. I celebrate you.”
Her remarks come as Nigerian filmmakers navigate rising production costs and economic uncertainty, yet continue to contribute to the global visibility and success of Nollywood.
