Lagos, Nigeria – Friday, March 13, 2026
FilmOne Entertainment, West Africa’s leading distributor of Nollywood and international content, hosted its 2026 Exhibitors Showcase in Lagos, bringing together key players from across the film industry for an exclusive preview of the stories set to shape cinema screens in the year ahead.
Held under the theme “Global Stories, Indigenous Strength,” the showcase offered distributors, producers, studio executives, talent and brand partners a curated first look at a slate of upcoming Nollywood and Hollywood releases, alongside insights into FilmOne’s evolving content strategy and its continued commitment to growing the cinema business across Africa.
More than a film preview, the annual showcase serves as a meeting point for the industry, a space where conversations around storytelling, distribution and audience engagement come to life.
Speaking at the event, Chief Content Officer, FilmOne Limited, Ladun Awobokun, noted that the showcase reflects the company’s broader vision for the industry.
“Our Exhibitors Showcase goes beyond screening films. It’s about bringing the industry together, sharing ideas, and strengthening the ecosystem that allows great stories to reach audiences,” she said. “Our 2025 performance underscores the scale of what is possible when strong storytelling meets the right platforms. We are proud to spotlight the incredible creativity coming out of Nollywood, while continuing to connect African audiences to some of the most exciting global stories.”
Also speaking at the event, Kene Okwuosa, Group Chief Executive Officer, Filmhouse Group, emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainable industry growth.
“The milestones we achieved in 2025 are a reflection of years of intentional investment in infrastructure, partnerships, and people,” he said. “This showcase is not just a look at what’s next on our screens, but a statement of our confidence in the future of African cinema and our role in shaping it for global relevance.”
This year’s event also welcomed a delegation from The Walt Disney Company, South Africa, one of FilmOne’s long-standing partners. The visiting team included Rochelle Knock, Country Head, The Walt Disney Company SA; Angela Garrad, Senior Manager, Media Sales and Partnerships; and Hilda Leiye Matjila, Studios Marketing Manager, among other representatives.
Their presence underscores the strong international partnerships that continue to expand the range and quality of films available to cinema audiences across the region.
The FilmOne Entertainment Exhibitors Showcase remains one of the company’s flagship industry events, reinforcing its role as a key force in distribution and a trusted partner in shaping the future of cinema in Africa.
