Former Chairman of the Classification Committee of the National Film Authority (NFA), Socrate Safo, has highlighted the significant work his team undertook in classifying films during his tenure.
Speaking in an interview with Doreen Avio on Daybreak Hitz, Safo revealed that his team classified “over 300 movies” while also engaging film practitioners to raise awareness about the importance of film classification.
He praised the newly-appointed Executive Secretary of the NFA, Kafui Danku-Pitcher, for continuing the classification initiative, describing it as crucial for upholding standards within the industry.
In a recent press release, the NFA, under Danku-Pitcher’s leadership, reminded filmmakers and exhibitors of their obligations under the Development and Classification of Film Act, 2016 (Act 935). The statement stressed that “a person shall not exhibit or cause to be exhibited a film unless the film has been passed and classified by the NFA.”
The release further explained that the regulation applies to all forms of audio-visual content—including feature films, short films, trailers, TV series, documentaries, advertisements, music videos, and content shared via cinemas, television, online streaming platforms, or public spaces.
Additionally, the NFA announced a new enforcement measure, which takes effect from May 1, 2025. Under the new rule, any producer, distributor, or exhibitor submitting content for classification must hold a valid Film Producer, Distributor, or Exhibitor licence issued by the NFA.
