President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday hailed renowned movie producer,
Tunde Kilani for his skills in preserving the culture and heritage of
Nigeria.
Buhari in a statement issued by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser on
Media & Publicity applauded Kilani for his contribution to national
development, especially his mentoring of younger Nigerians in the film
industry.
“The president joins the media and entertainment industry in
congratulating renowned movie producer, filmmaker and photographer,
Tunde Kelani, on his 70th birthday.
“Buhari felicitates with all family members, friends, professional
colleagues and the teeming fans of the artiste, who started out as a
journalist before mastering the art of storytelling through the stage
and tube, and rising steadily to become one Nigeria’s foremost directors
and producers in Nollywood.
“The President commends Kelani’s uncanny story telling skills and his
ability to breathe life into scripts and translate literature to
movies, thereby enhancing understanding of the rich cultural heritage of
the country and consistently updating the narrative of a unified and
progressive nation.
“As the ace producer turns a septuagenarian, President Buhari
believes the rising profile of the Nigerian film industry around the
world testifies to the hard work, creativity and passion of artistes
like Kelani, who toiled earnestly to attract global viewership,
recognition and awards.“The President affirms that Kelani, through sacrifice, discipline and
diligence, has contributed immensely to national development,
especially his mentoring of younger Nigerians in the film industry.
“President Buhari prays that God will bless Kelani with good health and strength to continue in his noble trade,” he wrote.