In a significant step forward for the cultural promotion of Igbo heritage and filmmaking, the Umu Igbo Unite (UIU) Tri-State Chapter has come on board as a sponsor for the 2024 ImoIFF. Through its UIU Cares Initiative, the chapter aims to support innovative projects that inspire positive change, especially within Nigeria’s vibrant film industry. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing Igbo culture, fostering community growth, and highlighting untold stories through cinema.
UIU Tri-State’s network of over 1,000 members and its impactful local charity efforts position it as an ideal sponsor for the 2024 edition of ImoIFF. By providing financial backing, UIU is ensuring the festival continues its mission to spotlight Nigerian filmmakers and promote cinematic storytelling that bridges cultural gaps. The collaboration will also amplify ImoIFF’s global reach, showcasing the creativity and rich heritage of Nigeria’s Igbo community.
Izu Okafor, Convener of ImoIFF, expressed his excitement, noting that the partnership with UIU Tri-State would strengthen the festival’s capacity to support filmmakers from both Nigeria and the diaspora. “This is more than sponsorship; it’s a commitment to telling authentic Nigerian stories and empowering a new generation of filmmakers,” Okafor stated.
The UIU Tri-State Cares Initiative has a long-standing tradition of supporting sustainable development projects across Nigeria, and this partnership with ImoIFF underscores their continued dedication to uplifting the arts, heritage, and creative industries in Igboland.
By sponsoring the 2024 edition, UIU Tri-State Chapter not only expands its impact within the Igbo community but also helps to elevate Nigerian cinema on an international stage. This collaboration paves the way for an enriching festival experience, bringing together film lovers, cultural advocates, and professionals from across the globe.
Stay tuned as ImoIFF and UIU Tri-State gear up to celebrate Nigerian cinema in the heart of Owerri from November 28th to 30th, 2024.
