Lagos partners EbonyLife, Del-York to train filmmakers
Published 27 February 2021
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has entered into a collaboration with two creative firms, EbonyLife Media and Del-York Creative Academy, to empower thousands of filmmakers.
The ministry has officially launched the Lagos State Creative Industries Initiative which will serve as a training platform for practitioners in the creative sector on the use of modern technology, to enhance the content and quality of entertainment in the country.
At least 1,500 practitioners are set to benefit from the partnership which aims to enhance their skills and exposure.
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Speaking during the week at the unveiling of the initiative, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, said, “LACI is a continuation of Lagos State’s commitment to supporting our creative industries, as we drive towards leading Africa in this area and being recognised as a centre of exce
Free skills training for 1500 filmmakers, creatives, launches in Lagos
The project is a collaboration between Lagos State, EbonyLife Media, and Del-York Creative Academy.
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The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture on Friday officially launched the Lagos State Creative Industries Initiative (LACI) aimed at empowering 1500 filmmakers and creatives with free skills training.
As part of its strategy to fast-track the initiative, the state is partnering with two creative firms, EbonyLife Media and Del-York Creative Academy, to enhance the skills and exposure of approximately 1,500 practitioners in the State’s creative industry.
In 2021, EbonyLife Creative Academy will offer free, practical three-month courses for up to 480 learners, covering all aspects of filmmaking and media content production.