The Warri International Film Festival (WARRIFF) is a festival that will be held annually in the Oil City of Warri in Delta State, Nigeria, every December 8th to 12th, starting from the year 2024. The unique selling point of WARRIFF which is organised by WARRI PERFORMING ARTS... is that it is open to all filmmakers on an equal basis, irrespective of their region or country of origin. Therefore, it will bring together a diverse community of creatives from around the world. It will enhance the world's cultural and artistic varieties through films, industry panels, seminars, master classes, training and retraining, awards for various categories, unique rendezvous through top class parties, special side attractions and lots more.

Registered in 2021, WARRIFF is committed to bringing an educational touch to the festival through movie screenings, exhibitions, tours, skill acquisitions, and interactive sessions, among others.

The criteria of WARRIFF's selection of films shall be without discrimination whatsoever by reason of gender, country, ethnicity, religion, ability/disability, and / or other such mundane considerations.

Awards & Prizes

Best Feature Length Film
Best Short Film
Best Skit
Best Director
Best Female Actor
Best Male Actor
Best Upcoming
Best Cinematography
Best Editing
Best Soundtrack
Best Lighting
Best Producer
Best Screenplay

Rules & Terms

The festival committee reserves the right to exclude films which does not conform with the aims of the festival or which will offend the national feelings and susceptibilities of any participating country or are likely to promote racial discrimination. Films not presenting sufficient technical qualities for good public screening can also be refused.
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  • Emmanuel Ofeno

    It was a great festival, and a pleasure to have my short film, 'The Red Room' nominated for the festival, and amongst the lost of best short films. More strength and blessings to the organisers and team.

    January 2026
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  • Temisanren Ereyitomi

    WARRIFF’s first edition was an exciting launch — a lively, culturally rich festival that showcased diverse African cinema, celebrated local and international filmmakers, and highlighted Warri’s potential as a new creative hub. With vibrant screenings, standout award winners, strong sponsor support, and civic engagement, it offered an encouraging beginning for what could become one of Nigeria’s most anticipated annual film events.

    December 2025
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