Makinde’s Vision in Action: 150 Oyo Youths Empowered in Film Production Through KAP Academy— By Moyosoreoluwa Olamilekan Eldreez
In a bold step toward building Oyo State’s creative economy and empowering young people, Governor Seyi Makinde has facilitated the training of 150 youths across the state in filmmaking and digital storytelling. This laudable initiative, executed in partnership with Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Film & Television Academy, demonstrates the administration’s firm commitment to job creation, innovation, and youth development. The training program, designed to equip participants with hands-on skills in various aspects of film production which includes: directing, cinematography, editing, and scriptwriting—reflects Governor Makinde’s vision of transforming Oyo State into a hub for the creative and digital economy. In his welcome address, the Chairman, Oyo State Local Government Service Commission, Hon. Akinwale Akinwole (Wolekanle), urged the beneficiaries to be good ambassadors of Oyo State and their respective local governments. He emphasized the importance of discipline, dedication,...