Winners have emerged in the 2023 Abuja International Film Festival (AIFF) held on October 30 to November 3, 2023 at the Silver bird Galleria in Abuja.
The 2023 Abuja International Film Festival (AIFF) Awards had the theme “Beyond Borders: Globalisation and the Film Business”.
Winners Of 2023 Abuja International Film Festival (AIFF) Awards
- Overall Best Film (Golden Jury Award): Dangerous Mission
- Outstanding Actress: Bimbo Akintola for her role in ‘Dangerous Mission’
- Outstanding Director: Teco Benson (MFR) – ‘Dangerous Mission’
- Outstanding Experimental Film: The Delectable Azimasama (Nigeria)
- Outstanding Animation Film: No Way Out (Uganda)
- Outstanding Cinematography: Momo in Dubai (India)
- Outstanding Music Score: Silent Storm, a Cameroonian film
- Outstanding Screenplay: Tibetan Hearts (USA)
- Outstanding Short Film by Foreigners: Suitcase (Iran)
- Outstanding Actor: Jude Orhora for his role in ‘Ivie.’
- Outstanding Feature Film (Nigeria): Saving Raymond
- Outstanding Documentary Film: Ichie Mask in Time (Nigeria) and Ikorodu (The history, the people and the culture)
- Outstanding short film (Nigeria): The Major
- Outstanding Student Film: Leaked, a Nigerian film
- Audience Choice Award: “Riding Rail in China”, a Chinese film
Fidelis Duker, Founder of the AIFF congratulated the awardees , adding that 20 years of AIFF was milestone that should be celebrated alongside those who have contributed to its success story.
In his words:
“One of the most rewarding aspects of the Abuja International Film Festival has been the opportunity it has provided to young filmmakers.
We take pride in giving aspiring directors, producers and actors the chance to showcase their works on an international platform.
Through our carefully curated selection process, we ensure that emerging talents from Nigeria and beyond have the visibility they deserve and the opportunity to connect with industry professionals.
We will continue to provide a platform for young filmmakers to shine and contribute to the growth of the film industry.”
