Nigeria Shines at Kaduna Film Festival 2025, Sweeps 10 Awards, Beats Uganda

Nigeria dominated the 2025 Kaduna International Film Festival, surpassing Uganda by winning 10 out of 16 awards. Notable wins included Best Actor for Kelechi Udegbe, Best Actress for Maryam Booth, and Best Director for Steve Ayeny.
The festival also introduced new award categories, with Nigeria excelling in all. The event showcased Nigeria's strength in filmmaking, with awards in various categories like Best Cinematography, Best Feature Film, and Best Music Score.
Nigerian filmmakers displayed innovation and excellence, with films like "Offshoot" and "Taqdeer" receiving multiple accolades. This success highlights Nigeria's growing influence in the film industry and its commitment to producing quality cinema.
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