The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) on Monday says all is set for this year’s film festival to take.pace in Lagos State.

The event organisers, in a statement issued in Abuja by AFRIFF Founder, Chioma Ude, said that it would be held at  AFRIFF HUB, the Palms, Oniru, between Nov. 3 and Nov. 9.

Ude, explained that the festival’s opening night would feature ‘Headless’, a highly anticipated crime thriller by Michael Ndiomu.

She said, “The film, showcasing the gritty journey of a Nigerian filmmaker, aligns perfectly with AFRIFF’s vision of blending local narratives with global appeal.

“African filmmaking is rapidly evolving, and Nigeria is at its core.
“With films like HEADLESS, we aim to showcase how African stories can stay true to cultural roots while resonating globally.”

According to her, this year’s festival will feature 150 films from Africa and the Diaspora, along with industry discussions and networking events.

The closing night film, ‘Out of Breath’ by Obi Emelonye, is a cinematic journey into Igbo culture, blending romance, action, and traditional proverbs to create a globally engaging story.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that this year’s programme is titled: “Indigenous to Global: Cultural Wealth to Global Prosperity.”