Moses Babatope is a leading figure in Nigeria’s film and entertainment industry, with over two decades of experience spanning cinema operations, distribution, and production.
As Group CEO of The Nile Media Entertainment Group, he oversees a dynamic portfolio comprising Nile Cinemas, Nile Entertainment, and Nile Motion Pictures — driving the company’s mission to redefine African storytelling, elevate cinematic experiences across the continent, and expand digital monetisation and access for filmmakers and creators.
A visionary executive and passionate advocate for the creative economy, Moses has been instrumental in shaping the Nigerian box office landscape and building bridges between Nollywood and global markets. Prior to founding The Nile Group, he co-founded Filmhouse Group and served as Managing Director of FilmOne Entertainment.
In recognition of his leadership in championing African stories on the world stage, Moses was recently appointed to the Advisory Committee for the Oscar-qualifying Toronto International Film Festival’s new industry market, TIFF: The Market — set to launch in September 2026 — where he will contribute to expanding opportunities for African filmmakers and industry players globally. Moses is also a member of the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the body behind The International Emmys.
