Nigerian art curator Sandra Mbanefo Obiago will headline the 2026 national convention of the Forum of Women in Film and Television Nigeria, scheduled for Thursday in Lagos.
According to The Guardian, the event will take place at Glover Memorial Hall under the theme, “One Industry, Many Voices: We Build Together.”
The convention will bring together professionals from filmmaking, television, radio, advertising and digital media to explore opportunities for collaboration.
Organisers said the gathering would encourage mentorship, professional development and stronger connections among women in the creative industry.
Nollywood filmmakers, media personalities to attend
Obiago will deliver the keynote address, while several prominent media professionals will participate in discussions.
The speakers include filmmaker Biodun Stephens, media executive Kadaria Ahmed and broadcaster Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi.
Other participants include Rosemary Egabor-Afolahan and Esosa Osagiede.
The programme will feature panel discussions, networking opportunities and interactive sessions exploring professional development.
A special conversation titled “The Cross Over: A Career Beyond Borders” will examine opportunities for creative professionals seeking international careers.
Organisers said the programme would encourage participants to exchange ideas and establish useful professional relationships.
FWIFT seeks stronger collaboration among women
In a statement announcing the event, the organisation explained that greater cooperation was necessary to strengthen Nigeria’s creative economy.
It described its objective as bringing women together across different media sectors to share professional knowledge and resources.
The group maintained that collaboration could improve opportunities for African storytelling and provide greater visibility for female creatives.
FWIFT also disclosed that the convention would be free and open to interested members of the public.
The African Women’s Development Fund is supporting the programme.
FWIFT is a professional organisation focused on mentorship, advocacy, training and career opportunities for women working in film and other media industries.
The convention forms part of its efforts to build a stronger network of female creative professionals across Nigeria.
