Location Ife Road, Besides Bimoore Event Centre, Ondo City
Phone 07016326712
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About Ekiwoods

The Movie Village

Ekiwoods is a Hub for Filmmaking and Empowerment, a world-class center for film production in Ondo City of Nigeria, to attract filmmakers from both Nigeria and abroad to create high-quality content, while simultaneously promoting talent development, financial inclusion, and the growth of the local film and music industry through the Ekiwood Cooperatives initiative.

Ekiwood Movies Village strives to be not only a center for filmmaking excellence but also a catalyst for empowering talent, fostering financial inclusion, and driving sustainable growth within the Ondo city entertainment industry.

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A Hub for Filmmaking and Empowerment

Our Mission

To build the world’s first movie village and resort, poised to creating the true African stories, improve on the film industry capacity to earn more at home and abroad and harness the untapped talent bank which abounds in ONDO CITY and NIGERIA to its full capacity, with ONDO taking a place of pride among top filming making communities.

We are on a mission to make ondo and Nigeria the beehive of film and entertainment activities by providing facilities where film makers nod story tellers worldwide can come for pre-production, post production and distribution. 

EKIWOOD is building a world class movie village, which when completed will be the Disney land of Africa, a retro, African themed film making and entertainment village with infrastructures for film studio, music studio, Animation Studio,Film Academy, Film sets, Film archive, hall of fame for veteran in the film industry, Native cultural chalets, Recreation Center, Artificial lakes, lounges.

Aim & Objectives

Ekiwoods Aims to establish Ekiwood Movies Village as a world-class center for film production in Ondo City of Nigeria, attracting filmmakers from both Nigeria and abroad to create high-quality content, while simultaneously promoting talent development, financial inclusion, and the growth of the local film and music industry through the Ekiwood Cooperatives initiative.

 

The Objectives of Ekiwood is broken into for major segments

  • Infrastructure and Services
  • Talent Development and Support
  • Industry Collaboration and Innovation
  • Economic Impact and Sustainability

Ekiwoods Board

People Have Like Minds have come together to make this a Reality

Co-Founder/Board Member
AYOMIDE ADEWOLE ( ENIREKAN )
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Co-Founder/Board Member
Kolade Olabisi
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Co-Founder/Board Member
Idris Mamukuyomi
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Co-Founder/Board Member
Adeyosoye Feyisola Adeniyi
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Objectives

Infrastructure and Services

Develop state-of-the-art infrastructure, including sound stages, backlots, production offices, and post-production facilities equipped with cutting-edge technology.
Offer comprehensive production services such as equipment rentals, experienced crew, catering, transportation, and other logistical support.
Establish partnerships with local businesses to offer competitive rates and packages for filmmakers.

Talent Development and Support

* Launch education and training programs focused on various aspects of filmmaking (screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, etc.) alongside workshops on project budgeting, financial management, and loan application processes.
* Create an incubator program to provide resources, guidance, and networking opportunities for promising filmmakers to develop and produce their projects.
* Partner with educational institutions to offer practical experience and internship opportunities for students on productions at the village.
* Establish the Ekiwood Cooperatives program to provide microloans and financial support to aspiring musicians and filmmakers, fostering their creative endeavors and contributing to the diversification and sustainability of the industry in Ondo and its environs.
* Offer ongoing mentorship and support to program participants beyond just financial assistance.

Industry Collaboration and Innovation

* Host industry events and workshops, attracting international filmmakers, investors, and distributors.
* Facilitate co-productions and joint ventures between local and international filmmakers.
Invest in research and development to support advancements in film technology and explore innovative storytelling techniques.
* Partner with organizations promoting financial inclusion and social impact investing to attract funding and support for the Ekiwood Cooperatives.
* Offer preferential rates or incentives for productions that collaborate with or hire talent supported by the Ekiwood Cooperatives.

Economic Impact and Sustainability

* Generate job creation and economic growth through film production activities in Ondo City.
* ⁠Develop a sustainable business model through diverse revenue streams and responsible resource management.
* Track and report on the number of individuals benefiting from the Ekiwood Cooperatives program and the success of their projects.
* Use program revenue to reinvest in the initiative and expand its reach.
* Promote positive social impact by contributing to the social and cultural development of the surrounding communities beyond Ondo City.