Sen. Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in collaboration with the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) says no fewer than 250 persons will benefit from film grants for film logistics in FCT.
Kingibe disclosed this at a one-day sensitisation workshop on film grants for film logistics for women and youths in FCT.
According to newsmen, the four areas councils in FCT are Abaji, Kwali, Gwagwalada And Kuje.
Kingibe, who said the purpose of the grants was to empower women and youths in the creative industry, urged delegates from the various area councils to utilise the grants to achieve its purpose.
The lawmaker, who was represented by her aide on special duties, Emmanuel John, said people could make money through creativity.
According to her, most comedians on social media make their money in millions more that legislators.
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