Two films rendered in Hindi are among the 102 new works approved by the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) for distribution and exhibition for the month of January 2026.
According to a statement by Ogbonna Onwumere, Head of Media NFVCB, this is in line with its statutory mandate to regulate and classify film and video content.
This reflects an increase of 161.5% compared to 39 films classified in December, 2025.
A breakdown by Language shows 86 films rendered in English were approved, eight films rendered in Igbo were approved, three films rendered in Yoruba were approved, three films rendered in Hausa were approved, and two films rendered in Hindi were approved by the board.
“This distribution reflects the continued dominance of English-language productions in the Nigerian film market, while also highlighting contributions from indigenous Nigerian languages and foreign content. A further perusal by ratings reveals the following categories, G (General Viewing): 3, PG (Parental Guidance): 4, 12A: 4, 15: 64, 18: 27.”
The classification outcome indicates a significant number of films falling within the 15 and 18 rating categories, underscoring the board’s commitment to ensuring age-appropriate content and safeguarding young audiences from potentially harmful material.
“We shall commence the issuance of take down orders on films not classified by the board. The implication of the demand notice is that all films not classified on the channel will also be taken down.”
