Peace Aniyam-Osigwe has announced that
she will be stepping down as president of the Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Aniyam-Osigwe was the
head of the academy for 10 years. She made the announcement at the just
concluded 2014 award ceremony held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa.
“I believe, as we
celebrate 10 years of the AMAAs, that we have sown the seed to achieve his
dream. The seed has germinated, however, we all have to water the plant to see
that it grows and blossoms and bears bountiful fruit. This is the AMAA journey.
It has been a journey
of sheer determination, perseverance, staying power and faith. These
characteristics have been the driving force behind the organization of the
AMAAs. In spite of the many challenges with funding and overall support that
threatened to overwhelm us , the AMAAs is still standing 10 years on.’
I remain sincerely
grateful and humbled by this journey and as I hand over the wheel to next
driver of AMAA, I know in my heart that I have fought the good fight. As I exit
this stage in my life, my prayers and wishes are all geared towards the
realization of the African Film Fund to ensure that we can continue to tell our
stories.
Ten years as the CEO
of AMAA has been an important period. I need to go back to work in the creative
industry and help improve on the economy of the African creative industries.”
she said.
Story Credit: Vanguard
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