Africa's Most Vibrant Film Experience
Founded in 2018, the Benue International Film Festival has grown to become Nigeria’s premier celebration of African storytelling. Named after the “Food Basket of the Nation,” BIFF reflects the abundance of creative talent across the continent.
Our annual program spans eight days of screenings, masterclasses, and cultural events, bringing together filmmakers, industry professionals, and cinema lovers from around the world to Makurdi, the heart of Middle Belt Nigeria.
Celebrating African cinema and storytelling from the heart of Nigeria's Food Basket.
$ 399
LISTEN TO THE Event Speakers
Femi Odugbemi
Filmmaker, Entrepreneur
Femi Odugbemi
Filmmaker, Entrepreneur
Femi Odugbemi is a Nigerian writer, filmmaker, television producer and the founder and executive producer of Zuri24 Media, a content production company in Lagos, Nigeria.
Paul Apel Papel
Actor | CEO of Papel Image Tech
Paul Apel Papel
Actor | CEO of Papel Image Tech
Paul Apel Papel is an Abuja-based award-winning filmmaker, producer, and film editor known for his technical excellence and for championing the growth of Nollywood in Northern Nigeria. He is the CEO of Papel Image Tech, a production and equipment house.
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Films: Eagle Wings, Blue Flames, 90 Ninth Day, The Bond, and The Caller.
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Editing & Technical Credits: He won awards for his editing work on the hit movie Mr. and Mrs. and has directed popular TV series like Halita.
Sam Dede (Samuel Dedetoku)
Actor | Director | Politician | Lecturer
Sam Dede (Samuel Dedetoku)
Actor | Director | Politician | Lecturer
Samuel Dedetoku, professionally known as Sam Dede, is a legendary Nigerian actor, director, politician, and lecturer. Often referred to as "The General," he is widely considered one of the most influential and versatile actors in the history of Nollywood.
He transitioned into public administration when he was appointed as the Director-General of the Rivers State Tourism Development Agency in 2012.
Victor Okhai
Filmmaker | Media Consultant
Victor Okhai
Filmmaker | Media Consultant
Victor Okhai is a multi-talented filmmaker, veteran journalist, and media consultant with a career spanning over three decades. He is a prominent leader in the Nigerian creative industry, currently serving as the National President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN).
A versatile intellectual, Okhai is also an investment banker and global policy analyst. He notably ventured into politics as a presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2019 general elections, advocating for youth inclusion and systemic reform.
Hilda Dokubo
Actress | Author | Politician
Hilda Dokubo
Actress | Author | Politician
Hilda Dokubo is a legendary actor, youth advocate, and social activist who is widely regarded as one of the most talented emotional performers in Nollywood’s history. Often called the "Queen of Tears" for her mastery of emotive roles, she has transitioned into a powerful voice for regional development and creative education.
She is the founder of the Centre for Creative Arts Education (CREATE), a training hub based in Port Harcourt aimed at empowering young people through creative skills.
In recent years, she has become a prominent political figure, currently serving as the Chairperson of the Labour Party in Rivers State.
Francis Onwochei
Actor | Producer | Consultant
Francis Onwochei
Actor | Producer | Consultant
Francis Kainebi Onwochei is a consummate stage and screen actor, veteran TV/Film producer, and industry consultant. With a career spanning several decades, he has established himself as a pillar of the Nigerian creative arts.
Known for his versatility, Onwochei has starred in numerous iconic theatrical productions and cinematic projects. Beyond performance, he is a seasoned filmmaker and creative strategist who has played a significant role in the growth and professionalization of Nollywood.
Sam Dede (Samuel Dedetoku)
Actor | Director | Politician | Lecturer
Sam Dede (Samuel Dedetoku)
Actor | Director | Politician | Lecturer
Samuel Dedetoku, professionally known as Sam Dede, is a legendary Nigerian actor, director, politician, and lecturer. Often referred to as "The General," he is widely considered one of the most influential and versatile actors in the history of Nollywood.
He transitioned into public administration when he was appointed as the Director-General of the Rivers State Tourism Development Agency in 2012.
C. J. Obasi
Film Director | Screenwriter
C. J. Obasi
Film Director | Screenwriter
C. J. Obasi, often called "The Fiery One," is a visionary director, screenwriter, and editor who is a leading figure in the "New Nigerian Cinema." He is the co-founder of the Surreal16 Collective, a cinema movement dedicated to challenging the status quo of Nollywood through avant-garde and genre-defying storytelling.
His third feature, Mami Wata (2023)—a hyper-stylized black-and-white fantasy—became a global sensation. It was the first film by a homegrown Nigerian director to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, where it won the Special Jury Award for Cinematography.
He gained early fame for Ojuju (2014), a zero-budget zombie thriller that won Best Nigerian Film at AFRIFF and proved that high-concept genre films could thrive in Nigeria.
Obasi is a voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (The Oscars). Mami Wata was selected as Nigeria’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 96th Academy Awards.
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