The eagerly anticipated Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards is set to ramp up its 2025 edition with the official announcement of its nominees list on Monday, November 3. The glamorous unveiling ceremony will be led by the Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Hon. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, and renowned media and advertising guru, Mr. Yinka Adebayo, MD Media Reach.
According to Seun Oloketuyi, founder, Best of Nollywood Awards, the 2025 edition saw an overwhelming response from filmmakers, with over 100 films submitted across 39 competitive categories, reflecting the robust growth and creative depth of the Nigerian film industry.
The grand finale of the BON Awards 2025 is scheduled to hold in Lagos, the epicenter of Nigeria’s creative economy, come Sunday, December 14, with organisers promising an event of unparalleled excellence.
“The sheer volume and quality of submissions this year is a testament to the fact that Nollywood is consistently pushing its boundaries. We had to work harder than ever to arrive at this final list. Our return to Lagos is also symbolic—it’s where the dream began, and this year, we will ensure the event is exceptionally excellent, just like Lagos itself. Filmmakers, fans, and stakeholders should prepare for an edition that will set a new benchmark for film awards in Africa, especially with our Guinness World Record Attempt for the Longest Red Carpet in the world.”
