In a statement on Monday, the Board said the affected films were released without undergoing the mandatory censorship processes.
Executive Secretary of the Board, Abba El-Mustapha approved the suspension following a management meeting and consultations with relevant stakeholders.
According to the Information Officer of the Board, Abdullahi Sulaiman, the suspended titles failed to comply with requirements mandating all films to be submitted for approval before being produced, marketed, streamed, or broadcast.
Other filns on the suspension list are Dakin Amarya, Dadin Kowa, Gidan Sarauta, Mashahuri, Wasiyya, Tawakkaltu, Mijina, Wani Zamani, Mallaka, Kudin Ruwa, Boka Ko Malam, Wayasan Gobe, Rana Dubu, Fatake, Jamilun Jiddan, Shahadar Nabila, Tabarmar, Kishiyata, and Rigar Aro.
“All producers and owners of these films must stop airing or streaming their content immediately and are required to submit their productions to the Board for censorship between Monday, May 19, and Sunday, May 25, 2025,” the statement said.
The Board warned that failure to comply within the stipulated timeframe would attract legal consequences.
It also called on television stations and the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to support its efforts in ensuring compliance with laid down laws to promote professionalism in the Kannywood industry.
