Adire Receives Four Nominations at the Best of Nollywood Awards

The makers of Farmer’s Bride record another achievement.

‘Adire’ featuring Kehinde Bankole has earned four nominations at the Best of Nollywood Awards.

In an official statement, the producers and distributors of the film, FilmOne Entertainment took to their Instagram page to announce their recent achievement.

“Adire has just earned 4 nominations at the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, and it’s no surprise! From breathtaking cinematography to outstanding performances from the cast and crew. Big congratulations on this achievement,” the post said.

The nominations are Best Cinematography, Best Actress, Best Costume and Best Production Design. Released on Netflix on January 13, 2024, Adire raked ₦8 million in its opening weekend.

With over 30 categories, the BON Awards is an annual film event presented by Best of Nollywood Magazine, honouring outstanding achievements in the Nollywood Industry with the first edition held in 2009.

Adire follows the life of a young female fashion entrepreneur played by Kehinde Bankole, who has a dark past of being a sex worker and must now contend with its consequences. It is solely created and written by Jack’enneth Opukeme who doubled as an actor in the film.

Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, also known as Captain Degzy, the cast includes Femi Branch, Kelechi Udegbe, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, Ibrahim Chatta, Yemi Blaq, Yvonne Jegede, Lizzy Jay, Mike Afolarin, Tomi Ojo, Damilola Ogunsi, Onyinye Odokoro, Ifeanyi Kalu and Layi Wasabi.

Other films nominated include Jagun Jagun, which boasts 12 nominations.

We would love to hear your thoughts on this! Please leave your comments below.