Uzoamaka Onuoha Takes Home Best Female Performance Award at AFRIFF 2024
Nollywood actress Uzoamaka Onuoha has won the Best Female Performance in a Feature award at the African Film Festival, held on November 9, 2024. Her performance captivated audiences and critics alike, earning her this distinguished award after multiple nominations.
The award recognizes her exceptional role in Agemo, a film that has been praised for its powerful storytelling and exploration of complex themes. Uzoamaka’s victory highlights her talent and versatility as a rising star in Nollywood, marking a significant milestone in her career as she gains recognition on an international stage.
In Agemo, Uzoamaka Onuoha takes on the lead role of Agatha, a character who finds herself in a mysterious and perilous world, where she faces the harsh realities of life and the dangers posed by a manipulative society.
Directed by Moshood Abiola Obatula, the film delves into dark and supernatural elements, exploring themes such as manipulation, power struggles, and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals. Through Agatha’s journey, Agemo sheds light on the challenges faced by women, presenting a narrative that resonates with many viewers and brings attention to societal issues in a fresh, engaging way.
Uzoamaka Onuoha has made a name for herself as a versatile actress with several notable roles in Nigerian cinema. Besides Agemo, she has starred in popular films like Inside Life (2022), If I Am President (2018), and the highly acclaimed Blood Sisters (2022).
Her expanding body of work showcases her ability to take on diverse characters and bring them to life with nuance and depth. This latest award is a testament to her growing influence in Nollywood and her potential to become one of the industry’s leading actresses.
The film Agemo was initially teased in December 2023 with the release of its first-look images, creating anticipation among fans and critics. Written by Esther Olayinka, the movie boasts an ensemble cast that includes Raphael Ayara, Joe Kosoko, Yinka Quadri, Mojisola Afolayan, Kola Olaiya, Lawal Aramide Pabira, and Darasimi Madi.
With its intriguing storyline, talented cast, and timely themes, Agemo is set to make waves as it reaches the public this year, further solidifying Uzoamaka Onuoha’s place in Nollywood’s landscape and expanding the industry’s reach to a global audience.
