Genevieve Nnaji joins list of Oscar Academy membership

Nigerian actress, Genevieve Nnaji has joined the list of people to become a member of the Oscar Academy.

The veteran thespian is among 819 members invited by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to join The Academy’s membership class.

The invitees, who are artists and executives were selected for their immense contribution to theatrical motion picture and have distinguished themselves in the film industry.

They were chosen from 68 countries. From Nigeria are Genevieve Nnaji and Akin Omotoso.

If the 819 members accept the invites, agent members of the 2020 class will be allowed voting privileges at the upcoming Oscars.

Genevieve accepted her invite on Twitter, writing: “I’m honored to be a member of the family. Thank you @TheAcademy !!”

I’m honored to be a member of the family. Thank you @TheAcademy !! https://t.co/KBmza9he9E

— Genevieve Nnaji MFR (@GenevieveNnaji1) July 1, 2020

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the 93rd Oscars will now hold on April 25, 2021, two months later than the initial February date.