Our Team

Meet Our CHAIRMAN

A seasoned professional in Printing, Publishing, and Research, Mr. Burji has led impactful projects, including high-profile book publications. His entrepreneurial spirit and expertise in marketing and business strategy drive the company’s vision.

He headed the Department of Research and Documentation of the only Private Research Firm from Northern Nigeria; Century Research and Communications Ltd, owners of Concern Magazine.

He was the Secretary of ‘General Hassan Katsina Biography Project’, Project Manager of ‘Obasanjo and Nigerian Foreign Policy’ Book Project, Research Consultant of ‘Mai Daura’, a Book Project of Late Emir of Daura, MuhammadBashar.

Al-Hussein Burji is a blind investor of any beautiful business idea, anentrepreneur and professional marketer. He obtained a diploma in Marketing, Purchasing and Supply from Kano State Polytechnic, School of Management Studies.

Our Dedicated Professionals

Ahmad S. Alkanawy - MD/CEO

Ahmad Salihu Alkanawy is a visionary leader with extensive experience in filmmaking, creative direction, and industry management. With a deep passion for storytelling and cultural preservation, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the Nigerian Film Industry. His expertise spans Scriptwriting, Directing, Producing, Advocacy Filmmaking, and Industry Consultation. Professional Training & Development.

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Bala Anas Babinlata - Head Technical

Head Technical

Bala Anas Babinlata is an accomplished filmmaker, author, and trainer based in Kano, Nigeria. With a career spanning over three decades, he has made significant contributions to the Nigerian film industry, particularly in the Kannywood sector. Born on 14th November 1964 in Kano, Babinlata has directed numerous award-winning films, including Waraka, Kadaura, and Alkawari, which have earned him accolades such as the Best Indigenous Film Award at the Zuma Film Festival and the MOPPAN Award for Best Director. His work often explores cultural themes, and he has published several books, including Kulu, In da Alkawari, and Tsuntsu Mai Wayo, further showcasing his storytelling prowess.

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Musa Ismail - Administrative Secretary

Administrative Secretary

Musa Isma'il Serves on administrative capacity with decades of experience. One time Secretary at Skylimit Media and Communication Company Limited. Managing Director Bluepeak Consult Limited, Youths Writers Association of Northern Nigeria and Managing Director at Solimex Nigeria Limited. A seasoned administrator leads to the execution of wireshousing Data Management at Ministry of Commerce Kano. Implementation and Managing the take-up of Pay Parking Management System with Kano State Government among few.

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Hasina Burji - Head ICT

Head ICT

Hasina Alhussein Burji was born in Kano State and hails from Kumbotso Local Government. She is an entrepreneur with a passion for business and creativity. She holds a degree in Chemistry Education from Northwest University, Kano, and has successfully built a brand in both fashion and traditional perfumery. She has a vast and rooted experience on modern digital engineering which give her an easy control in all computerized operations, digital marketing specialization and social media management.

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Advisory members

Sanusi S. Daneji

Scripting Head

Sunusi Shehu was a trained educationist that turned into writing for both television and movies with flair for being a films and writings critique. Also, he has two of earliest Hausa entertainment Magazines. Sunusi, was credited with naming the Hausa Film Industry ‘Kannywood’ in one of his writings in the magazine which he was an editor/publisher of TAURARUWA and SHIRIN FIM Magazines that were enterprises with a lot of potentials.

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Khalid Musa

Head Administration

Haladu Musa (Khalid Musa) is an experienced civil servant, filmmaker, scriptwriter, and production consultant with a strong background in public administration and media production. He has played significant roles in government service, film scriptwriting, and consultancy for film and media projects. His contributions span across scriptwriting, film production, legislative functions, and training workshops on filmmaking and governance.

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Baba Ali Yakasai

Production Designer

Baba Ali Yakasai is a seasoned filmmaker, production designer, and media consultant with extensive experience in television, film, and radio production. His 22-year career at NTA Kano saw him rise from a Graphic Artist to Producer/Director, specializing in Children’s and Youth Programming. He has written, directed, and produced numerous Hausa home videos, radio dramas, and serial dramas, including Auren Jari, Kalu Bale, Rumfar Kara, Yanci Na, and Ruwan Dare. His expertise in production design has contributed to popular films and TV series such as Kwana Casa’in, Dadin Kowa and Labarina. Additionally, he has created film tricks, costumes, and visual elements that enhance storytelling.

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