Nollywood on the big screen
Championing Nollywood films and boosting local content in Nigerian cinemas.
Our story
Promoting and protecting the value of cinema exhibition in Nigeria.
CEAN is the association of Nigeria's cinema owners, operators and managers. As viewing and distribution options multiply, we help exhibitors keep delivering unparalleled movie-going experiences, and keep the spotlight on the excitement of going to the movies together.
- Incorporated
- Feb 2018
- Head office
- Yaba, Lagos
Full houses
Marketing campaigns and distributor partnerships that bring record audiences through cinema doors.
One industry voice
Uniting cinema exhibitors across Nigeria on one collaborative platform.
Policy that lets cinema grow
Working with government for policies that support a sustainable exhibition industry.
What CEAN does
One industry voice, from Nigerian policy rooms to the global exhibition conversation.
Policy & advocacy
Representing exhibitors on classification, licensing, taxation, copyright, customs, piracy and the policies that shape cinema investment in Nigeria.
African exhibition
Building relationships with cinema associations and exhibition leaders across Africa to share market intelligence, standards and practical experience.
Global industry
Working with international cinema bodies, studios, distributors, data partners and technology providers on release windows, audience growth and the future of theatrical exhibition.
