In an update published by Channels Television, the Nigerian film industry celebrated a historic night as several stars and productions took home top honors at the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards. Wunmi Mosaku and the Nigerian-produced film My Father’s Shadow were among the major winners, signaling the continued global ascent of Nollywood-linked talent.
The recognition underscores a year where Nigerian storytelling has dominated international streaming platforms and prestigious award circuits alike.
The triumph was also celebrated by Daily Post, which noted that the win is a testament to the improving production quality in the Nigerian creative sector. Daily Post quoted a film critic saying, “Nollywood is no longer just about volume; it is now about world-class artistry.”
The Guardian Nigeria also featured the story, reporting that the government intends to use these wins to drive further investment into the creative economy. The Guardian quoted a ministry official: “Our stars are our best ambassadors, and their success at the BAFTAs is a victory for the entire nation.”
Echotitbits take: The “Nollywood to the World” movement has reached a new pinnacle with these BAFTA wins. Beyond the prestige, this translates to higher valuations for Nigerian intellectual property and more co-production deals with global studios. Expect the Federal Government to roll out more tax incentives for the film industry in the 2026 budget to capitalize on this momentum.
Source: The Punch – https://punchng.com/full-list-nigerians-shine-at-2026-bafta-film-awards/, February 24, 2026
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