NFVCB Classifies 1,185 Films In 2025, Records Strong Industry Activity , Linguistic Diversity
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has announced that it approved and classified a total of 1,185 films between January and December 2025.
This figure underscored sustained growth and robust activity in Nigeria’s film industry.
The annual classification report highlights films spanning diverse genres and languages, reflecting the vibrancy of local production and ongoing submissions of foreign-language content.
According to a statement signed by Ogbonna Onwumere, Director, Corporate Affairs NFVCB, for context, the Board classified 1,088 films in 2024, signaling consistently high industry engagement.
He said English-language films led approvals, solidifying their dominance in Nigeria’s film landscape. Yoruba and Igbo films followed, with Hausa and other indigenous languages appearing less frequently.
The report notes increased representation of languages like Nupe, Berom, and Gbagyi—especially in September 2025—celebrating Nigeria’s cultural diversity.
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Foreign films in Hindi, French, Japanese, and more were also classified.Audience ratings showed a strong focus on mature classifications (15 and 18) across all months, with fewer family-friendly options like G, PG, and 12A.
This suggests limited production of children’s and general-audience content in 2025.May 2025 saw the peak with 173 approvals.
Key yearly trends include:Consistent dominance of English-language films in monthly approvals. Majority of films under mature ratings (15 and 18)Growing, though limited, inclusion of indigenous Nigerian languages beyond the major ones
The NFVCB reaffirmed its commitment to fostering diversity, especially in family-friendly content and indigenous languages. This supports the Executive Director’s push for cultural representation and inclusivity.
“To boost indigenous films outside Igbo, Yoruba, and Hausa, the Board reduced classification fees.
“These 2025 figures highlight momentum in Nigeria’s film sector and the NFVCB’s role in responsible classification while driving industry growth,”the statement added..