Netflix Orders First Nigerian Original From ‘Vaya’ Director Akin Omotoso

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Netflix has unveiled its first Nigerian original – a drama from Vaya director Akin Omotoso. The streamer has ordered an as-yet-untitled six-part series that will be directed by Akin, Daniel Oriahi …

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have shown how much our members love Nigerian movies. So, we’re incredibly excited to be investing in Made in Nigeria stories – bringing them to audiences all around the world.” Dorothy Ghettuba, manager of international originals, who oversees its African original push, added, “Our continent has a wealth of diversity, multiplicity, and beauty in stories that have yet to be told and we want to be top of mind for creators in Nigeria, especially when it comes to stories they haven’t had a chance to tell yet.”

 

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