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Nigerian filmmaker Niyi Akinmolayan has called on entrepreneurs to explore the use of artificial intelligence to restore old Nollywood movies, suggesting that the idea could become a profitable business while helping to preserve the country's film heritage.
The filmmaker shared the proposal in a recent Instagram post, where he highlighted the possibility of improving Nigerian films and television programmes originally produced and distributed on VHS tapes and Video CDs.
According to Niyi Akinmolayan, modern AI technology could be used to upgrade the quality of these older productions and make them suitable for contemporary viewing platforms.
He also pointed to television programmes previously aired on the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), suggesting that they could benefit from similar restoration efforts.
“Someone should start a business using AI tools to restore and revitalize old nollywood films that were made on VHS and VCD,” he wrote.
Beyond the technical possibilities, Niyi Akinmolayan believes the initiative could provide an additional revenue stream for the original filmmakers. Restored productions could be made available to audiences again, creating opportunities for licensed releases and distribution through digital platforms.
However, he questioned whether enough copies of the old movies and television programmes still exist to make such a venture possible.
His suggestion has generated interest among social media users, particularly those who grew up watching Nollywood productions on video tapes and discs.
Some welcomed the idea, while others expressed willingness to pay for improved versions of classic Nigerian movies.
One user described the proposal as a brilliant business opportunity, while another specifically mentioned old Nkem Owoh films as productions they would love to watch in high definition.
For years, VHS tapes and VCDs played a major role in bringing Nigerian movies into homes across the country. Many productions from that era introduced audiences to memorable actors, distinctive storytelling and characters that remain popular today.
Unfortunately, some surviving copies have deteriorated or retain technical limitations, including unclear pictures, background noise and poor sound quality.
AI-powered restoration tools could help address some of these challenges by reducing visual distortions, improving image clarity and enhancing audio.
However, the technology cannot always recreate details that were never captured in the original recordings.
The proposed business would also need to address copyright ownership, access to original materials and permission from filmmakers or other rights holders.
Niyi Akinmolayan's suggestion adds to the growing conversation about how artificial intelligence could support Nollywood beyond the production of new content.
It also presents an opportunity to introduce younger audiences to films that helped shape the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Although no specific restoration project has been announced, the idea has renewed interest in giving classic Nollywood productions another opportunity to reach audiences.
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