The Nollywood stakeholders will also have automatic rights to vote for the Oscar winners for 10 years.
Nollywood star Richard Mofe-Damijo, filmmakers Kunle Afolayan, Jade Osiberu, CJ Obasi and screenwriter Shola Dada have been named members of the Oscar Academy.in a statement said it extended invitations to 398 artistes and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to motion pictures.
Following the announcement, the Nollywood stakeholders will also have automatic rights to contribute to who gets nominated and wins Oscars through thier votes.Kunle was invited in the writers category, while Jade and Obasi were invited in the producers and directors categories respectively.The five Nigerians will join compatriots Newton Aduaka, Tunde Kelani, Funke Akindele, Daniel K.
Additionally, Academy Award nominees are automatically considered for membership and do not require sponsors.
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