Lagos State will host the 17th edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards in 2025. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu officially accepted the hosting rights on Sunday at the Lagos House, Marina, during a visit by Nollywood stakeholders and BON organisers.
Key highlights:
- Governor Sanwo-Olu pledged continued support for Nigeria’s creative industry.
- BON Awards plans to attempt an 8km red carpet, aiming for a Guinness World Record.
- Nollywood stars Segun Arinze, Biola Adebayo, Femi Branch, Wole Ojo, and Scarlet Gomez were present.
- The governor emphasised the need for structured support, saying: “It’s not about the government; it’s about the people.”
This move reaffirms Lagos’ position as Nigeria’s creative capital.
