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At 65, Gov AbdulRazaq AbdulRahman Champions A New Era In Nigerian Filmmaking With Sugar Factory

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At 65 years old, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is not just governing Kwara State—he is reshaping Nigeria’s creative industry. His administration’s landmark achievement, the Sugar Film Factory, is a testament to his commitment to positioning Kwara as a premier hub for movie production in West Africa.

 

The Sugar Film Factory: A Game-Changer for the Creative Industry

 

Located in Ilorin, Kwara State, the Sugar Film Factory is a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate film, television, and photography production in Nigeria. With world-class infrastructure and cutting-edge technology, the studio provides a dedicated space for filmmakers, content creators, and media professionals to bring their visions to life.

 

Key Features of the Sugar Film Factory

 

• Cyclorama Studio – A seamless, curved background studio ideal for special effects and chroma keying, enabling high-quality green screen production.

• TV Production Studios – Two fully equipped studios designed for television production, ensuring that broadcast-quality content can be produced within the facility.

• Independent Film Production Studio – A large space designed for feature film production, with ample room for set construction and advanced equipment.

• Green Rooms & Makeup Facilities – Comfortable spaces for actors and crew to prepare and relax, ensuring smooth production workflow.

• Training Rooms – Dedicated spaces for filmmaking workshops, technical training, and creative development to nurture local talent.

• Photography Studios – Professional studios designed for portrait and commercial photography, equipped with advanced lighting and camera equipment.

• Co-Working Offices – Shared office spaces that encourage collaboration and networking among industry professionals.

• Canteen – A well-equipped cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for cast and crew.

 

Governor AbdulRazaq’s Achievements with the Sugar Film Factory

 

Governor AbdulRazaq’s vision for the Sugar Film Factory extends beyond just building infrastructure. His administration has ensured that the facility contributes significantly to the state’s creative economy.

 

1. Completion of a World-Class Film Studio

The full completion of the Sugar Film Factory is a major milestone in Kwara’s creative sector. The facility meets international production standards, making it an attractive destination for Nollywood and global filmmakers.

2. Creation of Jobs and Economic Growth

The film industry is a major employer worldwide, and the Sugar Film Factory is playing its part in job creation. The facility has already generated over 100 direct jobs and more than 500 indirect jobs, benefiting actors, directors, cinematographers, set designers, and production crews.

3. Hosting Prestigious Events

The 2024 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards was successfully hosted at the Sugar Film Factory, attracting top filmmakers, actors, and investors to Kwara State. This event reinforced Kwara’s status as a leading location for entertainment and boosted tourism and business opportunities in the region.

4. Innovative Content Production: The ‘Dancinematic Universe’

The studio has already begun producing innovative content, including the “Dancinematic Universe”—a pioneering project that blends music videos with cinematic storytelling through dance. This unique approach is setting a new standard in African filmmaking.

5. Diversifying Kwara’s Economy

Traditionally, Kwara’s economy has relied heavily on civil service employment. However, Governor AbdulRazaq’s investment in the creative industry is diversifying the state’s economic landscape, attracting investors, talent, and new business opportunities.

6. Empowering Local Talent and Filmmakers

Recognizing the need for continuous skill development, the Sugar Film Factory features training rooms where young filmmakers can hone their craft. Workshops, masterclasses, and mentoring programs ensure that Kwara remains at the forefront of creative innovation.

7. Encouraging Industry Collaboration

With co-working spaces, modern equipment, and a high-tech production environment, the facility encourages partnerships between filmmakers, producers, and media entrepreneurs. This collaborative ecosystem makes Kwara an ideal destination for major film projects.

 

Governor AbdulRazaq: The Architect of Modern Nigerian Filmmaking

 

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s strategic vision and leadership have positioned Kwara State as a powerhouse in the Nigerian film industry. His bold investments in creative infrastructure are shaping the future of Nollywood and setting a new benchmark for film production in Africa.

 

At 65 years old, he is not just leading a state—he is pioneering a movement that will leave a lasting legacy in Nigeria’s entertainment and creative economy. With the Sugar Film Factory, Kwara is showing the way forward, proving that with the right investment, Nigeria can compete on a global stage in film and television production.

 

Seun Oloketuyi

Founder and Chairman of BON Awards Advisory Board

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‘It’s over between us’ — Oluwadolarz’s fiancee Ifeluv announces break-up

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Popular content creator Ifeluv has announced her break-up with her fiancé and baby daddy, singer Oluwadolarz.

SOCIETY REPORTERS reports that the development comes four months after singer Oluwadolarz proposed to Ifeluv.

In a post on her Instagram page on Tuesday evening, Ifeluv accused Oluwadolarz of infidelity and financial irresponsibility.

In a lengthy statement, she claimed that he had failed to fulfil his promises after their engagement.

She wrote: “I left him the first time because of cheating. He spent two years trying to convince me that he had changed.

“Meanwhile, I have been taking 85 per cent responsibility for our child because he is broke most of the time. Just living a fake life and chasing anything in a skirt. He absolutely has nothing to his name. If you give him an advert deal, he won’t deliver.

“Brands keep threatening him, and every time he sees me achieving something, he starts crying because he hates it. But guess what? I make my own money.

“I rarely even visit him. He even embarrassed me online with a public apology, and I let it slide, accepting his proposal—only to go pick up my son at his place and find his actress, Lola, hiding in the bathroom. And this guy looked me dead in the eye and said nothing was going on!

“This man was my absolute first. But now? It’s over.”

Oluwadolarz has not responded to the allegations at the time of this report.

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Baba Tee: Anybody Who Moves Close To My Wife Will Die – Portable Sends Stern Warning

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Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has warned men to stay away from his wife, Ashabi Simple.
The singer stated that any man who sleeps with his wife will end up dead. Portable gave the warning while reacting to Nollywood actor Babatunde Bernard Tayo, aka Baba Tee’s confession of sleeping with his colleague Ijoba Lande’s wife, Darasimi.

Speaking via a series of voice notes shared on Instagram, Portable expressed his disappointment over Baba Tee’s action.

In the voice notes, Portable condemned his action, stressing that he has so much respect for the actor and never expected him to do such a thing.

He said, “Baba Tee, with the way I like you so much, you shouldn’t be sleeping with other people’s wives.

“You gave Lande’s wife doggy, is that how you people behave in the movie industry? I swear to God, if anybody moves close to my own wife, the person would die o, my wife that is an actress, if I see anybody doing rubbish with her, the person will die. I’m telling you because it should not be like that. Why would you sleep with that guy’s wife? And I like and respect you o.

“Normally, the person who sleeps with another man’s wife is not at fault but why did you sleep with another man’s wife? Don’t you know it’s a dirty thing that causes setback? You that you’re a blessed person.

“A man who sleeps with another man’s wife despite knowing her husband, it’s a setback for him. God won’t let you see set back bro. With the way women are many in the world, you’re now allowing that man molest you, even if though his wife is a dog.

“Please o I’m begging you in God’s name, you know you come to visit me a lot and we both visit each other, it won’t be good if we become enemies.

“Now that Truth or Dare is what you’re using to sleep with other people’s wives, please stop it, it’s not good egbon.

 

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Court summons VeryDarkMan over defamation of Mercy Chinwo

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A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, has summoned controversial blogger, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan over alleged criminal defamation of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo.

The court, in a summons dated March 5, 2025, ordered VDM to appear in person on March 13, 2025, to respond to allegations brought against him by Chinwo.

Chief Magistrate Emmanuel Iyanna issued the directive following claims that the blogger made damaging statements about the singer on social media.

The dispute stems from VDM’s online posts, where he accused Chinwo of misappropriating $345,000 allegedly linked to her former record label boss, Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, also known as Eezee Tee.

The singer, however, dismissed the claims as false, providing emails, receipts, and other documents to counter the allegations.

In the criminal complaint filed by her legal team, led by Pelumi Olajengbesi of Law Corridor, Chinwo argued that VDM’s actions violated Sections 391 of the Penal Code and Section 24(1)(B) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act 2015.

Aside from the criminal charges, Chinwo has also filed a N1.1 billion defamation lawsuit against the blogger at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The lawsuit seeks an order compelling VDM to delete all alleged defamatory posts, issue a public apology, and retract his statements.

Meanwhile, a separate case involving Eezee Tee remains before the Federal High Court in Lagos.

On February 17, 2025, the court upheld a subsisting arrest warrant against the record label executive over alleged fraudulent conversion, with his arraignment scheduled for March 6, 2025.

Chinwo’s lawyers contend that VDM’s social media posts, made on February 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, and 17, were intended to tarnish the singer’s image and mislead the public.

They maintain that the false claims have caused significant reputational damage, professional setbacks, and emotional distress to their client.

With the court summons now in place, all eyes will be on March 13, when VDM is expected to answer to the allegations before the magistrate.

 

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