The BON Awards is the rave of the moment and Abeokuta City is waiting with bated breath to welcome those who are coming witness 9th edition of the most anticipated Nollywood event.
The sensational and delectable actor, Gbenro Ajibade and Kannywood Queen, Rahama Sadau have been unveiled as hosts of Best of Nollywood, BON 2017 Award. According to organisers, the duo have been carefully selected as this year’s anchors because not only do they have the requisite physical demands for such an assignment, they surely do possess the intellectual gravitas to steer it to a safe habor. “Gbenro is one actor, who many admire for his carriage and personal discipline. Married to beautiful Osas, he has successfully strived to balance family values with professional pressure, thus putting him on this enviable pedestal. On her part, Rahama as a budding face in the industry is daily achieving what no Kannywood actor or actress has come close to since her debut, with such energy that scares the faint-hearted. Today, she is arguably one of the most sought after actresses, with huge cross-over potential. The actors will certainly thrill their audience and treat them to a taste of the qualities that have set them apart as BON promises to shut down the Gateway state on December 16th, 2017.” Even as this year’s award promises to be exciting and eventful, and its venue goes South West, we look at the milestones of the prestigious awards so far now in its 9th year, the years of manifestation. In 2016 Best of Nollywood Awards held its 8th edition at El-Dorda Events Center in Aba, Abia State on 10th December. It was a gathering of greatness and promises considering that the country and citizens were feeling the heat of recession. What a way to assuage Nigerian and Abians by hosting a great show portraying the immense potential of the motion picture industry. Hosted by ace comedian. Okey Bakassi and ravishing Mercy Aigbe, the award had the presence of its Cheif Host, Governor of Abia State, Dr Ikpeazu. Alex Ekubo in his role, The First Lady stole the show winning The Best English Actor In A Lead Role and Judith Audu (Not Just Married) won the Best English Actress in a Lead role.
2015 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 7th edition
December 13, 2015
Location Ondo State
Country Nigeria
Hosted by Bimbo Akintola and Gideon Okeke
Cheif Host – Governor – Mimiko, Ondo State
Best Actor in Leading Role (English)
Sadiq Daba – October 1
Best Actor in Leading Role (Yoruba)
Muyiwa Ademola -Fimidara Ire (Winner)
Best Actress in Leading Role (English)
Nse Ikpe Etim – Stolen Water (Winner)
Best Actress in Leading Role (Yoruba)
Fathia Balogun – Torerba (Winner)
2014 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 6th edition
Date October 11, 2014
Location Port Harcourt
Country Nigeria
Hosted by Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi and Fred Amata
Cheif HOst – Rotimi Amaechi
Best Actor in Leading Role (English)
Tope Tedela – A Mile from Home
Best Actor in Leading Role (Yoruba)
Yinka Quadri – Aremo Ite
Best Actress in Leading Role (English)
Ivie Okujaye – Black Silhouette
Best Actress in Leading Role (Yoruba)
Sheyi Ashekun – Fifehanmi
2013 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 5th edition
Date 5 December 2013
Location Dome, Asaba, Delta,
Country Nigeria
Hosted by
Cheif host – Udugaghan
The Dark Comedy film Confusion Na Wa won the category Movie of the Year.
Best Lead Actor in an English Movie
OC Ukeje (Alan Poza)
Best Lead Actress in an English Movie
Omoni Oboli (Brother’s Keeper)
Best Lead Actor in a Yoruba film
Mike Ezuruonye(Unforgivable)
Best Lead Actress in a Yoruba film
Joke Muyiwa (Ayitale)
2012 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 4th edition
Date 11 November 2012
Site TBS Auditorium, Lagos, Nigeria
Hosted by Nonso Diobi and Sylvia Nduka
Nollywood actor Nonso Diobi and former Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Sylvia Nduka.
Best Lead Actor in an English film
Joseph Benjamin (Married but Living Single)
Best Lead Actress in an English Movie
Nse Ikpe Etim (Phone Swap)
Best Lead Actor in an Yoruba Movie
Femi Adebayo (Aiyekooto)
Best Lead Actress in a Yoruba film
Ayo Adesanya (Amope Alasela)
2011 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 3rd edition
Date 11 November 2011
Site Lagoon Restaurant, Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Hosted by Ini Edo and Tee A
Best Lead Actress in an English Movie
Nse Ikpe Etim (Mr. and Mrs.)
Best Actor in a Leading role (English)
Joseph Benjamin (actor) (Mr. & Mrs.)
Best Actress in a Leading role ( yoruba )
Fathia Balogun (Ajaa Meji)
Best Actor in a Leading role ( yoruba )
Muyiwa Ademola (Iyo Aye)
2010 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 2nd edition
Date 12th December 2010
Site Ijebu-Ode, Ogun, Nigeria
Hosted by Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha and Deji Falope (Africa’s leading Television & Radio Personality)
Best Indigenous Actor in a lead role (yoruba)
Yomi Fash Lanso (OJ)
Best Indigenous Actress in a lead role ( yoruba )
Ronke Osodi Oke (Asiri)
Best Actor in a Leading role ( english )
Ramsey Noah (The Figurine)
Best Actress in a Leading Role ( english )
Omoni Oboli (The Figurine)
2009 Best of Nollywood Awards was the debut edition
Date: 6th December 2009
Location: Martinos Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Host by Funke Akindele