BAZE University, Abuja, played host to an army of filmmakers across Africa as the Continental Film Screening Project by the Film Africa Network (FAN) opened on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, amid celebration of African cinema.
The opening film is the award-winning South African/Welsh documentary, “Comrade Tambo’s London Recruits”, a powerful account of espionage, courage and solidarity during the anti-apartheid struggle.
The project, a partnership between the Pan African Writers Association (PAWA) and Driving Park Limited, is part of FAN’s ‘Africa Watches Together” campaign to address the poor circulation of African films across the continent.
The film which has received rave reviews for its emotional impact and cinematic storytelling, is a compelling and inspiring watch.
The FAN Nigeria Country Representative, Osezua Stephen-Imobhio, who flew into Abuja this morning to ensure the technical readiness of tomorrow’s screening, said the initiative will prove that Africa has an audience for its own stories.
“For years, African films have struggled to travel within Africa. This campaign bridges that gap.
“We have put everything in place for a seamless experience and we invite all film enthusiasts in Abuja to be part of this historic screening at BAZE University,” he said.
FAN delegation to be led by its Executive Director, Dr Wale Okediran.is expected pay a courtesy call on the Founder of BAZE University, Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, and Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abiodun Adeniyi”.
Attendance at the screening which is open to all film and cultural enthusiasts is free of charge.
The second screening for ‘ Comrade Tambo’s London Recruits’ in Nigeria will take place on Monday, November 30 2026 at Pencil, Film and Television Institute ( PEFTI), Isolo, Lagos.
Dates for the screenings of the six selected films in the remaining 20 African countries under the pilot program will soon be announced.
