- Makemation” is described as an emotional, thought-provoking, and humorous coming-of-age drama that follows the journey of a determined, brilliant, and resilient young girl from a low-income community in Lagos, according to Mr. Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu
- The movie set to hit cinemas across Nigeria starting Easter Weekend, April 18, 2025, the film aims to spotlight the continent’s talented youth, particularly young girls, and showcase their innovative solutions for pressing African challenges through AI and technological advancements.
- Nollywood actors to feature includes Richard Mofe-Damijo, Tony Umez, Shaffy Bello, Ibrahim Chatta, Toyin Afolayan, and Ali Nuhu
The Lagos State government has unveiled its groundbreaking production, “Makemation,” Africa’s first feature film focused on technology and artificial intelligence (AI).
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the movie set to hit cinemas across Nigeria starting Easter Weekend, April 18, 2025, the film aims to spotlight the continent’s talented youth, particularly young girls, and showcase their innovative solutions for pressing African challenges through AI and technological advancements.
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In a statement released by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, “Makemation” is described as an emotional, thought-provoking, and humorous coming-of-age drama that follows the journey of a determined, brilliant, and resilient young girl from a low-income community in Lagos.
The film combines entertainment with a powerful message of hope and transformation, demonstrating how innovation can tackle poverty and create lasting change.
“We have consistently prioritised the growth of our creative industry and believe that fostering creativity and innovation is crucial for our state’s development.
“By supporting initiatives like this, we aim to promote our talented filmmakers and artists while showcasing technology’s immense potential in storytelling.
“Together, we are building a vibrant creative ecosystem that entertains, drives economic growth, and positions Lagos as a leading hub for the arts in Africa,” he wrote on his X handle.
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Boasting a star-studded cast including Nollywood’s finest actors such as Richard Mofe-Damijo, Tony Umez, Shaffy Bello, Ibrahim Chatta, Toyin Afolayan, and Ali Nuhu, “Makemation” delves into the fascinating intersection of human experience and artificial intelligence.
