Nollywood, Nigeria’s booming film industry, just got a major spotlight with the release of “Making Movies the Nollywood Way” by acclaimed filmmaker and Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards founder, Seun Oloketuyi. Launched in August 2025, this coffee-table book is a treasure trove for aspiring filmmakers and movie lovers, offering a rare behind-the-scenes dive into the creative and technical magic of Nollywood’s prolific scene.
Packed with insights from 21 industry heavyweights like Opa Williams, Wale Adenuga, and Emem Isong, the book blends vivid action photos, portraits, and stories of triumphs and challenges. Oloketuyi calls it a “passion project” to document Nollywood’s journey and empower the next generation of storytellers. “This is a masterclass in print,” an anonymous critic raved, praising its detailed look at the industry’s grit and glory.
From budget constraints to cultural storytelling, the book captures Nollywood’s unique hustle—producing over 2,500 films yearly despite limited resources. It’s a must-read for anyone dreaming of breaking into Nigeria’s cinematic powerhouse. The book is available as an e-book on Amazon, with a launch event set for September 7, 2025, at Radisson Blu, Ikeja, and a reading session at the University of Lagos.
