Entertainment
2024 BON Awards: Femi Adebayo’s Jagun Jagun Bags 12 Nominations
Renowned Nollywood actor and producer, Femi Adebayo, has added another major achievement to his career as his blockbuster Yoruba movie, Jagun Jagun, has secured an impressive twelve nominations at the 2024 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards.
This epic film, which was released on Netflix in 2023, has become a favorite among critics and audiences alike, earning widespread acclaim for its storytelling, performances, and production quality.
The categories in which Jagun Jagun is nominated include:
– Best Indigenous Movie
– Best Supporting Actor
– Director of the Year
– Best Use of Makeup
– Best Cinematography
– Best Costume
– Best Actor
– Best Sound
– Best Soundtrack
– Best Production Design
– Best Special Effects
– Best Actress
Femi Adebayo, who both starred in and produced the film, shared his excitement and gratitude in a viral post on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday. He wrote: “Wow Guys! We’ve done it Again!! Delighted to announce that JAGUN JAGUN – THE WARRIOR (a Netflix Original Movie) has been nominated for Twelve (12) Awards at the 2024 BON Awards.”
This incredible recognition comes just days after Jagun Jagun bagged seven nominations at the 2024 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), highlighting its growing impact within Nollywood and the broader African film industry.
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Jagun Jagun tells the gripping tale of war, leadership, and betrayal in ancient Yoruba land. Its powerful narrative, coupled with Femi Adebayo’s outstanding performance, has positioned the movie as one of the leading productions of recent years. With nominations spanning crucial categories like Best Indigenous Film, Best Cinematography, and Best Actor, the movie continues to shine as a cinematic masterpiece.
The film’s success is also a testament to the growing influence of Nigerian cinema on international streaming platforms, as Netflix continues to expand its African catalog, bringing the rich stories of Nollywood to a global audience.
Femi Adebayo’s excitement over the BON nominations is shared by fans and industry professionals alike. The film’s achievements reflect his dedication to pushing the boundaries of Nigerian storytelling. In his post, Adebayo thanked his team, fans, and everyone who contributed to the success of Jagun Jagun, further expressing his hope for the movie’s continued success at the upcoming award ceremonies.
As the countdown to the 2024 BON Awards begins, many are eager to see how Jagun Jagun will perform and if it will sweep multiple awards at the prestigious event.
With twelve nominations at the 2024 BON Awards, Jagun Jagun has solidified its place as one of Nollywood’s top films of the year. Femi Adebayo’s epic movie is expected to dominate the awards season, further elevating the status of Nigerian cinema on the global stage.
Fans and followers of Nollywood will be eagerly watching the BON Awards to see if Jagun Jagun emerges victorious in its nominated categories.
Nigerian music icon Davido, popularly known as ‘OBO,’ is being celebrated across the globe as he marks his 32nd birthday today, November 21.
Fans, supporters, and friends have flooded social media with goodwill messages, prayers, and tributes to honour the Unavailable crooner.
In a heartfelt post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Davido expressed gratitude for reaching this milestone. “Big 32 soon! Omo, God is good. Happy to be alive! My eyes don see shege! But steady my fans dey shout shekpe!” he wrote, reflecting on his journey and the unwavering support of his fan base, the ‘30BG.’
Fans were quick to shower the superstar with love and admiration:
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@prettymfon wrote: “OBO baddest!!! 30BG everywhere you go!!! Happy birthday to the real GOAT, 001. God bless you more and more. May you live long to reap the fruits of your labour. Enjoy!!!”
@AbiolaBlackdiva added: “Happy birthday baba ibeji.”
@Big_Rosie_ celebrated with: “We mount and still shouting Shekpe 001 happy big 32.”
In a generous act of celebration, Davido’s wife, Chioma Adeleke, announced a giveaway of ₦40 million to 200 people, encouraging participants to subscribe to a YouTube channel as part of the entry process. She posted on X: “To celebrate Davido’s birthday today, I’ll be sharing ₦40million to 200 people. All you have to do is subscribe to the YouTube channel below and drop a screenshot as proof! Good-luck!!!”
Adding to the festivities, Mr Jay Autos LLC, an auto dealership, gifted Davido a brand-new Escalade 600 Premium Luxury. In an announcement, the company stated: “On your birthday our brand Mr Jay Autos LLC has decided to gift you this new Escalade 600 Premium Luxury. We appreciate your patronage and love for the brand. Happy birthday oriade @davido cheers to many more years.”
Davido, who has consistently dominated the Nigerian and global music scene, continues to inspire millions with his talent, resilience, and generosity. As the celebrations unfold, fans worldwide remain united in wishing the 30BG leader more success and happiness in the years to come.
Nigerian beauty queen and Miss Universe runner-up, Chidimma Adetshina has revealed her decision to step away from beauty pageants.
Speaking candidly about her future plans, she shared, “I am putting pageant to bed. I’m going to focus more on my education and establishing who Chidimma is. More into runways. So many things I would like to touch on and see where my potential can go to.”
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Adetshina’s decision comes after a challenging experience during her participation in the Miss Universe competition.
Following this chapter of her life, she has chosen to shift her priorities toward her education, acting aspirations, and exploring her potential in other fields.
Having recently returned to Nigeria from South Africa, where she encountered personal hurdles, Adetshina expressed resilience and a positive outlook. “I hold no grudges,” she noted, emphasizing her focus on growth and new opportunities.
Her announcement has sparked widespread conversations, with many admirers and industry stakeholders praising her courage to redefine her journey.
As she steps into this new phase, Adetshina is determined to embrace fresh challenges and make her mark in diverse areas of interest.
Entertainment
’46 Minutes To Heaven’: Davido’s Logistics Manager, Israel DMW Celebrates First US Trip
Israel DMW, the logistics manager to renowned Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido, has expressed profound gratitude following his recent visit to the United States.
In a heartfelt post shared via his Instagram page, Israel, who secured a five-year US visa just last month, described his experience in America as otherworldly, likening it to being just “46 minutes to Heaven.”
His excitement and appreciation were evident as he thanked God, his boss Davido, his Edo community, and Nigerians at large for their support.
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“It’s 46 minutes to Heaven when you get to America. 5yrs visa shit. Thank you, God Almighty. Thank you, baba twins. Thank you, sir. Thanks to my Edo people. Thanks to all Nigerians,” he wrote.
This milestone highlights yet another chapter in Israel’s journey alongside Davido, who has been instrumental in elevating the lives of those in his circle.
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