Full Nominees List for ZAFAA Awards 2013

PREAMBLE
In recent years, the African entertainment industry has metamorphosed rather rapidly into a veritable competitor in the showbiz world. One of the most evident examples of this is the ever-increasing popularity of this black African country. It has become a Mecca of sorts to highly rated foreign musicians – who hitherto, were only seen on our television sets, performing alongside our local artists. For instance, in the past four years or thereabouts, the oil-rich West African country has played host to worldly acclaimed rappers such as 50 Cent, Wyclef Jean and Ludacris, to mention a few. This is a positive development, signifying the interpenetration of globalisation.
However, the country's achievements in the music sector could be seen asthe tip of the iceberg when compared to the movie industry. In turn, the African movie industry in comparison to its counterparts could be said to be the fastest growing emerging market. This no doubt, is a colossal achievement, bearing in mind that the first movie was produced barely fifteen years ago. It is therefore not surprising that after household names like Hollywood (the American movie industry) and Bollywood (the Indianmovie industry), the Nigerian "Nollywood" is considered next in line for recognition.
The African Film Festival and Academy Awards (also known as ZAFAA) is a highly regarded and anticipated film event within the African communities and has already become a part of the UK's annual cultural calendar. Through ZAFAA Global Awards UK, the African film plans to rebrand its movie industry with the intention of re-launching itself into the international movie market on the same level as other global movie industries.
AT A GLANCE
NOLLYWOOD ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED UK, NIGERIA TELEVISION AUTHORITY INTERNATIONAL (NTAI), ZAFAA GLOBAL AWARDS UK AND NIGERIA TELEVISION AUTHORITY (NTA) are jointly organising ZAFAA Global Awards this year.
As the name depicts, NOLLYWOOD ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED (NEL) is a showbiz-oriented organisation, which has a bias for the promotion of the African entertainment industry as a whole. The body of the organisation intends to achieve this goal through fully organised participation in all spheres of the industry. However, the primary objectiveis to help in the promotion of our culture and above all, serve as a worthy ambassador of Africa.
ZAFAA Global Awards Limited UK was registered as an entertainment promotion company. Their ambition is to develop talents and bring them to stardom, as well as promoting artists in all aspects of entertainment. This is evident in the various UK ZAFAA Global Awards held over six years and counting.
ZAFAA Global Awards is an annual event that stands shoulder to shoulder with other reputable foreign awards such as the American Oscar, the British BAFTA and Indian Bollywood Movie Awards. It attempts to recognise African filmmakers, actors and other contributing personalities in the Diaspora. ZAFAA's main aim therefore, is to promote African movies and culture, as well as compliment African artists with their foreign counterparts.
TROPHY
"Our Trophy is Our Pride and the Symbol of our Belief"
ZAFAA Global trophies are made by the same company that produce the Oscar and BAFTA trophies; the quality is made, such that artists who receive it should be proud of their work as well as the benefits that come with it. Artists generally should be rewarded in accordance with their efforts in the industry, inspiring newcomers to reach the same goals.
THE EVENT
ZAFAA brings leading international actors, actresses, filmmakers, movie industry professionals and the international media together with the sole purpose of showcasing the best African Cinema has to offer to the Western world, to a large public audience in London. This prestigious event will be held from the 14th to the 16th of November.
Two days will be used to project the diversity of African films, tourism and rich cultural heritage at the Greenwich Odeon Cinema Bugsby Way, London SE10, while the awards night will be held at THE KIA OVAL KENNINGTON, LONDON, SE11 5SS.
AWARDS
This is being organised in honour of African filmmakers who have contributed to the development and progress of the African film industry over the years in diverse ways, as well as to reward those who have been outstanding in their roles in films during the year 2012/2013, either on thecontinent or in the Diaspora.
"ZAFAA Global Award is the biggest African entertainment event outside of Africa."
FILM SEMINAR
This seminar is run by accomplished African filmmakers, lecturers, seasoned filmmakers and home entertainment experts. It will treat modern film techniques and current filming trends, amongst others, to the large array of African film stars who will be present for this all-important educative seminar. In addition, it will be a forum that will offer much needed impetus for creative exchange and discussion among filmmakers.
CULTURE AND TOURISM
This will include the exhibition of cultural activities and tourist potentials in participating States, especially the States that have annual activities, with the potential of attracting tourists and investors to the economic strength of the African State. Examples of this are the Abuja Nigeria Carnival, the Calabar Annual Carnival, the Lagos State Boat Regatta and the Eyo Festival as well as many others from other African countries. These are events that would attract international tourists and investors just like the annual Notting Hill Gate Carnival that is usually held in the UK every last weekend of August.
CATEGORIES
Acting (English)
Best lead Actor
Best Lead Actress
Best supporting Actor
Best supporting Actress
Best upcoming actor (Male)
Best upcoming actor (Female
Best child Actor (Male)
Best child Actor (Female)
Film
Best Director
Best Producer
Best cinematography
Indigenous
Acting
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best upcoming actor (Male)
Best upcoming actor (Female)
Best Director
Best Producer
Film
Best African film 2013
Best sound Editor
Best Film Editor
Best screen play
Best Lighting
Best short film
Best African TV in UK
Lifetime Achievement
Lifetime achievement award to individuals
Posthumous Award
Special recognition
Special recognition to government officials and individuals who have contributed to the acceleration and growth of the African movie industry including:
- Ministers
- Arts & Culture
- Information
- Committee Chairmen on Information (Senate)
- High Commissioners
- Ambassadors
- Individuals
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS
Nollywood Entertainment Limited UK, is a body registered in England & Wales in association with ZAFAA Global Awards, both entertainment companies also registered in Nigeria.
We promote African entertainment industry through film festivals and Academy Awards.
HERE ARE THE FULL NOMINEES LIST
Best Use Of Costumes
Single And MarriedGHANA
The PrinceGHANA
House Of GoldGHANA
Best Child Performance
Lisa Asor Awuku-House of Gold GHANA
Tobe Oboli-Brothers Keeper NIGERIA
Victor Okenwa-God Of Shiloh NIGERIA
Victor Okenwa Jr.-Musical Whispers NIGERIA
Best Screenplay
Letter To A MotherGHANA
House Of GoldGHANA
Single And MarriedGHANA
Brother's KeeperNIGERIA
Best Special Effects
Last Flight AbujaLONDON
The Twin SwordNIGERIA
Spirit Of A HeroNIGERIA
Best Cinematography
Letter To A MotherGHANA
Single And MarriedGHANA
House Of GoldGHANA
Last Flight To AbujaNIGERIA
Best Sound
Brother's KeeperNIGERIA
Last Flight To AbujaLONDON
House Of GoldGHANA
Best Editing
Brother's KeeperNIGERIA
Last Flight To AbujaLONDON
Single And MarriedGHANA
Best African TV In UK
BEN TV SKY 182
OH TV SKY 199
VOX AFRICAN TV SKY 218
NOLLYWOOD MOVIES SKY SKY 329
AFRICAN CHANNEL SKY 209
ABN TV SKY 290
Best New Comer
Itz Tifanny– Married & Single: GHANA
Henry Ado Asiedu– House Of Gold: GHANA
Mercy Chinwo– House Of Gold: GHANA
Katherine Obiang– Journey To Self : NIGERIA
Marie Gomez- Shameful Deceit : LONDON
Desmond Finney– Ibu In Sierra Leone: SIERRA-LEONE
Best Supporting Actress
Tana Adelana– Single and Married GHANA
Omawumi Megbele– House of Gold GHANA
Beverly Naya– Brothers Keeper NIGERIA
Martha Ankoma– Cartel NIGERIA
Best Supporting Actor
Lucklay– The Cartel NIGERIA
Francis Odega– House Of Gold GHANA
Adjetey Annang– Letter To My Mother GHANA
Best Short Film
Hope-NIGERIA
I See U- CAMEROON
Beleh- CAMEROON
Best Indigenous Movies
Mo SorireNIGERIA
Ifa IwaNIGERIA
MahuruNIGERIA
Okomfo AnokyeGHANA
MdundikoTANZANIA
Best Picture
House Of Gold -GHANA
Brother's Keeper– NIGERIA
Last Flight To Abuja-LONDON
The Cartel-NIGERIA
Letters To A MothNon Competitive Honours
In Recognition Of Their Contribution To The African Film Industry
Theodora Ibekwe
Collins Archie Pearce
Best Lead Actress Indigenous
Tayo Odueke- Mo Sorire NIGERIA
Moji Olaiya- MahuruNIGERIA
Fathia Balogun-Mahuru NIGERIA
Ngozi Nwosu-Mo Sorire NIGERIA
Ronke Ojo-Ifa Iwa NIGERIA
Best Lead Actor Indigenous
Femi Brainard- Mo Sorire NIGERIA
Alex Adu Kofi-Okomfo AnokyeGHANA
Ricardo Agbor:Ifa Iwa -NIGERIA
Wale Adebayo:Mahuru-NIGERIA
Life Time Achievement Award
Ernest Abby Quaye)Ghana)
Posthumous Award
Late Chief Justus Esiri(Nigeria)
Best Director
House Of Gold –Pascal AmanfoGHANA
The Prince –Frank Rajah AreseGHANA
Brothers Keeeper –Ikechukwu OnyekaNIGERIA
Journey To Self –Tope Oshin OgunNIGERIA
Letters to My Mother –Pascal AmanfoGHANA
Last Fight to Abuja –Obi EmelonyeLONDON
Best Actress
Yvonne Nelson– The Prince (GHANA)
Omoni Oboli– Brothers Keeper (NIGERIA)
Yvonne Nelson– House of Gold (GHANA)
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde– Last Flight to Abuja(NIGERIA)
Best Actor
Majid Michael– Brothers Keeper NIGERIA
Solomon Akiyesi– Blood of Shiloh NIGERIA
Mike Ezuruonye– The Cartel NIGERIA
John Dumelo– Letter To My Mother GHANA
Majid Michael– The Prince GHANA
Zafaa Global Jurors 2013
Andy Amenechi
Award winning director, President of the Director's Guild Of Nigeria
Fidelis Duker
Notable film maker and festival director of the Abuja International Film Festival,Former president of the Directors' Guild Of Nigeria.(DGN)
Kabat Esosan Egbon:Notable film director and writer
Kingsley Omoefe :Notable film maker and former vice president of the Directors' Guild Of Nigeria
Olanrewaju Abiodun:Notable film director.