NDDC and UNIPORT Launch Film Training for Niger Delta Youth

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is partnering with the University of Port Harcourt to promote the creative industry in the Niger Delta. This collaboration includes a four-day technical training program on film production for filmmakers, held at the university's Theatre Arts and Film Studies auditorium.

Dr Selina Dan-Albert, the NDDC Head of New Media in the Corporate Affairs Department, stated that the initiative aims to empower young people with relevant skills for the creative industry. The training is designed to inspire interest in filmmaking as a viable career.

Professor Edward Imo, Head of the Department of Theatre Arts and Film Studies, emphasized the program's goal of equipping participants with necessary technical skills and highlighted the importance of storytelling in reflecting human experiences. He urged responsible use of emerging technologies in filmmaking.

The initiative is seen as a significant investment in the region's creative sector, with calls for other government agencies to support similar human capital development efforts.