Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo’s Yoruba epic, Jagun Jagun, emerged as the biggest winner at the 2024 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards held at the Sugar Factory Film Studios in Ilorin, Kwara State. The Netflix Original took home six prestigious awards, including Best Indigenous Film, Best Actor for Femi Adebayo, Best Production Design, Best Special Effects, Best Costume, and Director of the Year, awarded to Bayo Tijani and Tope Adebayo.
Nominated in 12 categories, Jagun Jagun has been widely celebrated as a standout production in Nollywood, showcasing the depth and potential of Yoruba cinema on a global platform. The film’s success at the BON Awards further cements Femi Adebayo’s influence as a leading creative force in the industry.
The 16th edition of the BON Awards brought together top Nollywood stars and was hosted by actress and producer Toyin Abraham. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State also attended the event and presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to veteran actor Kanayo O. Kanayo.
2024 BON Awards: Full List of 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
Impact of Jagun Jagun
Jagun Jagun has been praised for its stellar storytelling, exceptional visuals, and authentic portrayal of Yoruba culture. Its success at the BON Awards further underscores its significance as a milestone in Nigerian cinema.
Fans and industry professionals have continued to laud Femi Adebayo for his visionary approach and dedication to elevating Nollywood’s global appeal.