20/03/2026
Gateway City Documentary to Premiere at iREP Film Festival
The SMA Foundation, led by Samuel Mawuyon Ajose, is thrilled to announce that its supported documentary, Gateway City, has been selected for the 15th iREPRESENT (iREP) International Documentary Film Festival. The film, directed by award-winning filmmaker Viyon Awhanse, explores Badagry's rich history and its significance in West Africa.
Gateway City showcases Badagry's role as a gateway to the world, highlighting trade, diplomacy, and history. The documentary asks how big cities can incorporate important gateways into future growth.
The film will premiere at the Ecobank Pan-African Centre (EPAC) in Victoria Island, Lagos, on March 21, 2026, at 1:55 PM.
Samuel Mawuyon Ajose said, "We're keeping our history alive and showing the world how amazing Lagos is."
Viyon Awhanse, an acclaimed filmmaker, has worked on notable African films like "My Father's Shadow" and "Lady" .