NFVCB chief denies plans to arrest skit makers over unapproved content

By Tosin Brown

The Executive Director of the National Films and Videos Censors Board (NFVCB), Shaibu Husseini has refuted claims that the agency intends to arrest skit makers who release content without approval.

In a disclaimer issued on Saturday, Husseini labeled these allegations as false and misleading. “Our attention has been drawn to this and other misleading headlines circulating. We want to categorically state that at no time and nowhere did we issue such a statement,” he clarified.

Husseini emphasized that the agency’s focus is on filmmakers and content creators who produce, promote, exhibit, and distribute unlawful content, including same-sex themed materials and pornography.

“Our last public statement was targeted at filmmakers and content creators involved in producing and distributing unlawful content, including same-sex themed content prohibited by law. We wish to assure that the NFVCB will continue to engage with all stakeholders as we transition from censorship to classification (rating),” Husseini stated.

Since taking office, Husseini has been actively engaging with stakeholders across the country to establish a solid foundation for the agency’s success.