Fun fact: More than half of the cast in Baby Farm are proud ELCA Alumni! 🙌🎭
We’re so proud to see our talented grads making waves in the industry. 👏💫
Baby Farm is currently the #1 series in the country—stream now and join the hype! 🔥
Don't mind the last slide. 😂
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ELCA isn’t just a film school.
It’s the film school.
Period.
Some schools talk about storytelling.
We live it, breathe it, film it.
📸 Some of our alumni on set with the iconic Jude Chukwuka, filming The Riddle.
July is your chance to join the journey.
Applications open next week.
The camera’s waiting for you.
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🎬 Film Lab Africa: Creative Hustle.
Beyond talent, what actually matters?
As the film industry continues to evolve, emerging creatives must think beyond craft and begin to understand positioning, audience, collaboration, and long term sustainability.
Through the Film Lab Africa and the Creative Hustle sessions, the British Council continues to create spaces that amplify critical conversations shaping the future of the creative ecosystem, connecting emerging talent with industry leaders, practical insight, and real world experiences.
This session brings together professionals shaping film and television across Africa to share honest perspectives on what it truly takes to build a career that lasts.
With Victor Sanchez Aghahowa, Uche Ikejimba and Kayode Kasum.
- Moderated by Banke Fashakin.
📌 Register through the link in bio, attendance is strictly by registration.
Date: May, 26, 2026.
Venue: Glendale Workspaces: 7/9 Molade Okoya Thomas Street, Off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos
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IT’S A WRAP ON THE PRODUCTION OF THE SECRET LIVES OF BABA SEGI’S WIVES
After seven years away from theatrical cinema, EbonyLife returns to the big screen.
While we have continued creating and building across streaming, film, hospitality, creative development, and cinema exhibition, the time has now come for our return to cinemas with a story worthy of the moment.
EbonyLife, together with its partners, proudly announces the completion of production on The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives, the definitive screen adaptation of the celebrated novel by acclaimed Nigerian author @lolashoneyin
This landmark production brings together EbonyLife Media alongside leading exhibition and distribution partners @genesispicturesng@genesiscinemas , @thenileentertainment , and @silverbirdfilmdistribution@silverbirdcinemas , together with @flytimehq , a powerhouse in music, event production and live entertainment, reinforcing the scale and cultural ambition behind this release.
Then there is our exceptional crew, our visionary director, and a cast unlike anything audiences have seen brought together before. Bold, iconic, and remarkably assembled.
We proudly unveiled this extraordinary ensemble in January, and very soon we will reveal the roles each actor brings to life inside Baba Segi’s unforgettable household.
Production is officially wrapped.
The secrets are ready.
The household is complete.
Baba Segi awaits.
In cinemas December 4, 2026.
The countdown begins.
#babasegiwivesthefilm #thebabasegicollective #africancinema
Here’s a glimpse into the Film Lab journey so far 🎬
From developing ideas to building real industry connections, it’s been all about growth, collaboration, and bold storytelling.
And we’re just getting started.
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🎬 Meet the Producers
At the heart of Film Lab Africa is Creative Growth, supporting producers to evolve their craft, expand their capabilities, and strengthen their voice within the industry.
Through this programme, selected producers will undergo a structured development process, gaining deeper insight into storytelling, production systems, and project delivery.
They will also work alongside writers to bring selected projects to life in a live production environment.
Delivered under the British Council’s Creative Growth programme, Film Lab Africa is building stronger producers and a stronger screen ecosystem.
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🎬 British Council Film Lab - Creative Hustle: From Idea to Audience.
As African filmmakers increasingly engage global markets, this British Council Film Lab session brings together industry experts to unpack how films move from concept to international audiences.
Hosted by @tambayobenson the conversation explores key pathways across financing, production, and distribution and what it takes to position projects for global success.
Featuring:
• Sheila Nortley – Development & studio/streamer financing (Idea → Production).
• Tendeka Matatu – International sales & distribution (Production → Global Sales).
• Melissa Adeyemo – Independent financing & festival pathways (Indie Production → Festival → Distribution).
From securing funding to navigating international markets, this session offers practical insight into building sustainable pathways for African films globally.
📌 Register via the link in bio to secure your place.
Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 |
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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🎬 Masterclass: A Case Study of Severance.
As part of the British Council Film Lab, we are hosting Nicky Weinstock for an in-depth case study session exploring how powerful stories move from concept to global screens.
Focusing on Severance, the session will unpack its journey from development through to production highlighting the creative, technical, and collaborative processes behind a globally successful series.
For African filmmakers looking to strengthen their craft and engage international audiences, this session offers practical insight into high-end storytelling, scale, and navigating the global screen industry.
This forms part of the Film Lab’s commitment to supporting African stories in reaching global platforms.
📌 Register via the link in bio and receive your meeting link
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026 | Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
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🎬 Meet the Script Consultants
We are pleased to introduce the script consultants supporting the Writers’ Phase of Film Lab Africa, part of the British Council’s Creative Growth programme.
Bringing specialist expertise in story development and script refinement, the consultants will work closely with participants to strengthen their projects, from early drafts through to polished, production-ready scripts.
Their contribution ensures a rigorous development process, equipping writers with the tools, insight, and discipline required to elevate their work to international standards.
This forms a key part of the programme’s commitment to building strong storytelling, enterprise capability, and sustainable pathways into the global screen industry.
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🎬 Meet the Faculty
We are pleased to introduce the faculty leading the Writers’ Phase of Film Lab Africa, part of the British Council’s Creative Growth programme.
✨ Xavier Ighorodje – Head Writer / Facilitator
✨ Tosin Otudeko – Co-Facilitator
✨ Dana Fanairu – Showrunner
Bringing experience across writing, development, and production, the faculty will guide participants through a structured process from story development to production and market readiness.
This reflects the programme’s focus on building strong storytelling, enterprise capability, and pathways to industry.
#BritishCouncilFilmLab #MeetTheFaculty #Nollywood #EbonyLifeCreativeAcademy #IconicSteps
🎬✨ Masterclass: The Showrunner’s Playbook with Greg Yaitanes.
As part of British Council Film Lab Africa, we are proud to host Emmy and Golden Globe-winning director and showrunner Greg Yaitanes for an exclusive session on crafting compelling television worlds from script to screen.
Known for his work on House of the Dragon, Presumed Innocent, and House, Greg will share his insights on:
• Creative leadership in TV production
• Collaboration across departments
• Mentorship and building sustainable careers in storytelling
📌 Register now using the link in our bio to receive your meeting link and secure your spot.
The session is scheduled for Monday, April 13, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
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🎬 Introducing Our Shortlisted Writers
We are proud to introduce the shortlisted writers for Film Lab Africa Phase 2, part of the British Council’s Creative Growth programme.
This cohort represents a new generation of storytellers, developing original content with a clear pathway from story to screen and market.
Through this film accelerator, they will engage in training, mentorship, and industry collaboration to strengthen storytelling and market readiness.
We look forward to seeing these stories come to life and contribute to the growth of Nigeria’s film sector.
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