THE National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has secured a permanent headquarters in Abuja after nearly three decades of operating without one, marking a major milestone in the agency’s history.
The development was confirmed on Tuesday when the NFVCB management team, led by its Director-General, Dr. Shuaibu Husseini, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, to express gratitude for her pivotal role in making the acquisition possible.
Dr. Husseini revealed that the new office space, a property confiscated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) since 2017, was allocated to the board following the minister’s recommendations and support.
“Thank you, Honourable Minister, for your assistance and recommendations. EFCC has allocated the accommodation to us. It is one of those confiscated since 2017, so we expect to do some renovations. We are happy because, after 28 years, we have finally acquired our own property under your watch,” Husseini said.
He added that the building offers enough space to house the long-envisioned NFVCB museum, which will serve as a platform to showcase Nigeria’s diverse cultural heritage.
The NFVCB boss also pledged the board’s loyalty and commitment to supporting the minister’s vision, aligning its efforts with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
In her remarks, Minister Musawa commended Dr. Husseini for his exceptional leadership and dedication to the board, describing him as passionate and patriotic.
“I am happy for your doggedness and success in steering the National Film and Video Censors Board in the right direction. From the time that Mr. President appointed you, I must say that you are exceptional, and a personification of ‘I am a Nigerian’.
“We are already making a huge difference with this new permanent headquarters that you have. I am proud of you and so happy to be in this journey with you because you will help me do my work, and we will in turn help the President to do his work,” Musawa said.
Looking ahead, the NFVCB announced plans to formally establish its museum within the new headquarters, in addition to preparing for its upcoming Digital Conference in November.
“Dr. Husseini extended a special invitation to the minister to attend the event, further strengthening the partnership between the board and the ministry.
The acquisition of the permanent headquarters is seen as a landmark achievement for Nigeria’s film and creative sector, which continues to expand its global influence.
