Nigerian filmmaker and actress, Ruth Kadiri, has received a notable recognition from YouTube, being named one of the top four female creators redefining creativity on the platform.
The honour celebrates her influence in shaping YouTube as a space for cultural storytelling and global connection.
Taking to Instagram, Kadiri shared her excitement and appreciation for the acknowledgment.
She reflected on her journey as a content creator and highlighted how far she has come since launching her channel, which has grown in popularity due to her consistent and engaging storytelling through film.
She said: “The other day, YouTube celebrated its 20th anniversary. I had the surreal honour of being recognised as one of four female creators who are redefining the boundaries of creativity and shaping YouTube into a beacon for cultural storytelling and global connection.
“To be named one of the top female YouTubers in Nigeria is something I never imagined when I first started sharing my passion for movie-making with the world. What began as a simple desire to tell stories has grown into something far beyond my expectations.”
Kadiri went on to express heartfelt gratitude, attributing her success to divine grace and the support of her followers.
“I’m deeply grateful to God for the grace, the gift, and the growth. Thank you to @youtube for this incredible recognition, and thank you, my amazing community, for walking this journey with me. I love you all. Here’s to more stories, flavour and a world of impact.”
Her recognition by YouTube comes as part of the platform’s broader celebration of its 20th anniversary, highlighting content creators who have made significant contributions to its evolution.
