Nigerian media mogul Mo Abudu has announced the opening of EbonyLife Place, London, UK’s first-ever cinema hub exclusively for African and black films.

The  News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Abudu shared the update on Monday on her social media page, alongside a video of the property.

According to her, the EbonyLife Place London, located on Wandsworth Road, will officially open in October as the UK’s first cultural and creative hub dedicated exclusively to African cinematic culture.

“EbonyLife Place London will become the first cinema in the United Kingdom dedicated exclusively to African and Black films, while also creating a vibrant cultural hub celebrating our fashion, music, food and art,” she said.

According to her, the cultural hub will feature several spaces designed to offer visitors more than a cinema experience.

“The space will include our Grand Reception, The Afrobeat Restaurant, Fèhintì Lounge, Maji Concession & Bar, Zuri Retail and The Living Wall Gallery.”

The London project expands the EbonyLife Place brand beyond Nigeria and into the UK, with the new venue positioned as a space for African and Black storytelling, culture and entertainment.