Classification

Here you will find resources that give you an in-depth idea of the regulatory activities of the NFVCB as it relates to classification and film release. From the statics of films and video works, classification guideline to the FAQs

Films and videos to be distributed in Nigeria are required to be classified with appropriate ratings and certified by the NFVCB.

The process for film classification is as follows:
  • Submission of a film or video work by a distributor or film company in a stipulated format.
  • Preview of a film or video work by a groups of individuals called Film Censorship and Classification Committees Films are normally previewed by the Film Censorship and Classification Committee using the stipulated guidelines and looking at issues such as drug use, horror, language, nudity, ritual, sex, sexual violence, theme, tribalism and racism, violence, or any content which could disrupt the peaceful state of the nation. Reporting and Rating is done using film classification software called the Magpie Suite.
  • The distributor or film company is then informed of the rating, consumer advice (if any) and reasons behind the rating which if they accept
  • The FAQs provide additional information on popular topics

    Here you will find resources that give you an in-depth idea of the regulatory activities of the NFVCB as it relates to classification and film release. From the statics of films and video works, classification guideline to the FAQs

    Films and videos to be distributed in Nigeria are required to be classified with appropriate ratings and certified by the NFVCB.

    The process for film classification is as follows:
    • Submission of a film or video work by a distributor or film company in a stipulated format.
    • Preview of a film or video work by a groups of individuals called Film Censorship and Classification Committees Films are normally previewed by the Film Censorship and Classification Committee using the stipulated guidelines and looking at issues such as drug use, horror, language, nudity, ritual, sex, sexual violence, theme, tribalism and racism, violence, or any content which could disrupt the peaceful state of the nation. Reporting and Rating is done using film classification software called the Magpie Suite.
    • The distributor or film company is then informed of the rating, consumer advice (if any) and reasons behind the rating which if they accept
    • The FAQs provide additional information on popular topics
 
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