"It is an Offense to Distribute or Exhibit any Film or Video Content, Including Skits..." NFVCB.

It is illegal, according to the federal government, to release skits, films, or music videos without first getting approval from the National Films and Videos Censors Board (NFVCB).

The executive director of the board, Shaibu Husseini, stressed the significance of improving video content classification in Nigeria. Husseini disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday, June 26, that the NFVCB has begun the process of creating “a world-class classification center” and cautioned content creators against disseminating films, music videos, or skits that are not categorized.

In order to find and bring charges against filmmakers who break this rule, the NFVCB is currently working with security organizations. Husseini stated: 

“It is an offense to distribute or exhibit any film or video content, including skits and musical videos, on any platform without classification by the National Film and Video Censors Board.

“The board is working with relevant security agencies to track individuals and production companies involved, ensuring they face the full extent of the law.”

In addition, the NFVCB criticized the dissemination and marketing of same-sex content on social media and reminded filmmakers and content producers that it is against the law in Nigeria to openly display same-sex relationships.

For every film and video work that is examined by its internal committee, the NFVCB issues a certificate of censorship, which specifies the classification or rating. The ratings and categorization symbols consist of:

1. “G” for general exhibition.
2. “PG” for content intended for children under parental guidance.
3. “C” for films specifically for children.
4. “12” for content not recommended for children under 12 years.
5. “12A” indicating no one under 12 may enter a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
6. “15” for content not recommended for persons under 15.
7. “18” for mature audiences only.