Agege Kunle Afolayan partnership to train youths in film, music and podcasting, creating pathways into Nigeria’s creative industry

Agege, Lagos State, 25 February 2026 Agege Local Government has partnered with veteran filmmaker Kunle Afolayan to equip young creatives in the community with practical industry skills in film, music and podcasting.

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The collaboration, initiated by Chairman Ganiyu Obasa, is designed to provide structured training programmes that will prepare youths for sustainable careers in Nigeria’s growing creative sector.

Accompanied by the vice chairman, council manager and members of the management team, Obasa visited Afolayan to map out a strategic pathway for youth development through the creative arts.

According to Obasa, the Agege Kunle Afolayan partnership aims to identify promising talents within the local government area and connect them with opportunities to feature in professional productions, as well as compete nationally and internationally.

“Our discussions focused on building a strong partnership to create real platforms where young people can find their footing, develop their skills, and confidently explore their creativity within the film and creative industry,” Obasa wrote on X.

The chairman added that the initiative would prioritise originality, discipline and long-term growth, ensuring participants are not only trained but strategically positioned for enduring success.

“This is about opening doors, creating pathways, and ensuring Agege youths are prepared to compete and thrive on bigger stages,” Obasa stated.

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Officials say the partnership represents a decisive investment in grassroots talent development, with the potential to transform creative aspirations into viable careers.