Censors Board Lifts Ban On Sugar Rush

By Ayodele Oluwafemi

The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has lifted the suspension placed on the movie “Sugar Rush” screening in Nigerian cinemas.

NFVB had previously banned the movie screening in Nigerian cinemas, stating that it granted temporary approval subject to review for subsequent permanent approval.

The board, in a press statement, disclosed that the movie ‘Sugar Rush’ has been classified and granted final approval for public screening.
The executive director/CEO of the board, Alhaji Adedayo Thomas stated: “The past week has been eventful for us as an organization with diverse speculations in the media on the perceived ban of Sugar Rush movie at the cinemas while we were still doing our due diligence on the movie for final approval.

“We are pleased to inform the general public that the movie has been classified and granted final approval for public screening.”
Thomas also stated that the unprecedented successes of the creative industry was responsible for the nation’s award as the Emerging Film Market at the Official Convention of the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), CinemaCon, Las Vegas, USA.

Reacting to the development, the screenwriter, Jade Osiberu, on her Instagram account said:
“We got such an outpouring of love in the last week, I couldn’t respond to all the calls and messages but your kind words and prayers were very encouraging ❤️❤️❤️Thank you soo much everyone.

“Thanks in particular to @alhadedayothomas and the @nfvcb for helping to get us back on the big screen and for the unwavering support of the industry.

“This film is really special, you guys made it special. This weekend is our official opening weekend now ??? Take everyone you know to go see Sugar Rush for yourself!!! #SugarRush”

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