Meet the Judges — Skudan Monologue Challenge 2025
The Skudan Monologue Challenge 2025 brings together an exceptional panel of judges — visionary professionals whose artistry, experience, and commitment to storytelling embody the spirit of School of Dawn. Each judge contributes a unique perspective, ensuring a fair and inspiring evaluation process for all participants. Moses Babatope Film Executive, Producer & Co-Founder of FilmOne Entertainment A leading figure in African cinema, Moses Babatope is renowned for his work as Co-Founder and former Managing Director of FilmOne Entertainment, one of Nigeria’s foremost film distribution and production companies. Now spearheading Nile Media Entertainment, Moses continues to elevate African storytelling to global audiences. His deep understanding of film, creative business, and audience engagement makes him a cornerstone of this year’s judging panel. Flavia Motsisi Film Executive & Creative Professional A South African filmmaker and creative professional, Flavia Motsisi brings a pan-African perspective to the judging table. Her experience across storytelling, production, and creative leadership bridges cultures and strengthens the continent’s cinematic voice. Her inclusion as a judge reinforces the Monologue Challenge’s mission to celebrate African talent beyond borders — inspiring emerging artists to see their craft as a global language. Esther Abah Film Director A gifted storyteller and the director of Apples and Oranges, Esther Abah is known for her strong visual style and emotional depth behind the camera. Her collaboration with Skudan marked a creative milestone — one defined by passion, discipline, and vision. Now serving as a judge, Esther brings that same artistic sensitivity to help identify and champion the next generation of acting talent. Together These three judges — representing Nigeria, South Africa, and the broader African creative industry — embody Skudan’s belief that storytelling is a shared language that unites us all. Their collective expertise ensures that every performance is seen, appreciated, and celebrated with integrity and purpose.