Popular Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau is etching her name in the sands of time, defying odds and surmounting challenges that could have stalled her career.
Once banned from the northern film industry by the Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria for her role in a romantic musical video by Jos-born singer ClassiQ in 2016, Sadau’s journey to success has been marked by resilience and determination.
Following the ban, Sadau transitioned to Nollywood, making her debut in a 13-week drama series titled ‘Sons of the Caliphate’. Her talent and dedication caught the attention of filmmakers beyond the northern region, leading to her role in ‘The American King’, directed by award-winning U.S.-based Nigerian filmmaker Jeta Amata. The film featured a star-studded cast including Nollywood icons Nse Ikpe Etim and Eyinna Nwigwe, as well as Hollywood stars Akon, Vannessa Martini, and Miguel Nunez Jr.
Since then, Sadau’s career has soared to new heights, defying the limitations imposed by her initial ban. Her latest milestone is her appointment to serve on the technical committee of the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprise (iDICE) programme by the federal government.
The inauguration of the committee, presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the State House in Abuja, marked a significant moment in Sadau’s journey. Expressing her joy and gratitude on Instagram, Sadau thanked Senator Kashim Shettima and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the recognition and inclusion.
In response to her appointment, the Director General of the Nigerian Film Corporation, Ali Nuhu, congratulated Sadau on her achievement, emphasizing the significance of her role within the iDICE initiative. As a member of the technical committee, Sadau will provide strategic, technical, and operational assistance to the Program Coordination Unit (PCU) and the Fund Advisory Board.