FilmOne Entertainment Wins Big At Best Of Nollywood Awards Ceremony (BON)

FilmOne Entertainment shone at this year’s Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, clinching nine awards across diverse categories in a night that celebrated the very best of Nigerian cinema. This achievement solidifies FilmOne’s position as a powerhouse in Nollywood distribution and production.

The awards, presented at a high‑profile industry event, celebrated outstanding achievements in filmmaking, storytelling, performance, and technical craft highlighting the creative excellence that continues to define Nigerian cinema on both the continent and the global stage.

While official listings from the Best of Nollywood (BON) 2025 show a spread of winners across various productions, FilmOne Entertainment’s slate was widely recognised in multiple categories, underscoring the company’s role in driving quality filmmaking and promoting diverse narratives to audiences.

FilmOne’s winning titles and categories included:

1. Best Supporting Actress: Mercy Aigbe (My Mother Is a Witch)

2. Best Soundtrack: Iyalode

3. Best Use of Food: Owambe Thieves

4. Best Indigenous: Abanisete

5. Best Screenplay: My Mother Is a Witch

6. Best Use of Makeup: Labake Olododo

7. Best Editing: Reel Love

8. Movie of the Year: Farmer’s Bride

9. Director of the Year: Farmer’s Bride

“This remarkable haul of nine awards reflects our commitment to excellence, and the immense talent and vision within our team and collaborators,” said Ladun Awobokun, Chief Content Officer, FilmOne Entertainment & FilmOne Studios. “We are proud to champion stories that resonate deeply with audiences across West Africa and beyond.”

The company’s success this awards season comes on the heels of outstanding box office achievements including record‑breaking Nigerian and international titles distributed by FilmOne and sustained efforts to elevate Nollywood’s profile through bold acquisitions and strategic premieres.

FilmOne Entertainment continues to expand its footprint in the African entertainment landscape, with its partnerships, original productions, and distribution networks extending the reach of African cinema across borders.