Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo’s Netflix Yoruba epic, Jagun Jagun, emerged as the top winner at the 2024 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards. Held at the Sugar Factory Film Studios in Ilorin, Kwara State, the 16th edition of the prestigious event recognized the film with six awards from its 12 nominations.
BON Awards Won by Jagun Jagun
The film swept major categories, including:
- Best Indigenous Film
- Best Actor (Femi Adebayo)
- Best Production Design
- Best Special Effects
- Best Costume
- Director of the Year (Bayo Tijani & Tope Adebayo)
The film’s recognition highlights its cultural authenticity, stellar storytelling, and cutting-edge visuals, solidifying its place as a milestone in Nollywood history.
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Full List of Key Winners
- Best Cinematography: Adire
- Best Social Message: Unleashed
- Director of the Year: Bayo Tijani & Tope Adebayo (Jagun Jagun)
- Best Short Film: Out of Many
- Best Actress: Wunmi Dada (Unknown Soja)
- Best Supporting Actor: Keppy Ekpenyong (The Weekend)
- Best Supporting Actress: Mercy Aigbe (Ada Omo Daddy)
- Best Actor: Femi Adebayo (Jagun Jagun)
- Best Editing: Momiwa
- Best Costume: Jagun Jagun
- Best Soundtrack: Oloku Ada
- Best Sound: Offshoot
- Best Use of Food: Nwanyi Abacha
- Best Indigenous Film: Jagun Jagun
- Best Child Actress: Darasimi Nadi (Unknown Soja)
- Best Child Actor: Nifemi Lawal
- Most Promising Actress: Chioma Okafor
- Most Promising Actor: Ozechi Franklin Izuchuchukwu
- Best Production Design: Jagun Jagun
- Best Screenplay: Momiwa
- Best Kiss: Halima Ganiyu & David Akande (Eti Keta)
- Best Documentary: Is It Your Money?
- Best Special Effects: Jagun Jagun
For a complete list, visit BON Awards Official Site.
Fans and industry stakeholders continue to applaud Jagun Jagun for elevating Nollywood’s global reputation. Its intricate portrayal of Yoruba culture and powerful performances are a testament to Femi Adebayo’s visionary filmmaking.
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