🏆 Award Categories

Prizes will be presented across multiple competitive and honorary categories, including:

• 🎬 Best Feature Film
• 🎥 Best Short Film
• 📽️ Best Documentary
• 🎞️ Best Student Film / Emerging Filmmaker
• ✍️ Best Screenplay
• 🎭 Best Actor & Actress
• 🎥 Best Director
• 🎨 Best Cinematography & Editing
• 🌍 Best International Film
• 🎤 Audience Choice Award (decided by festival attendees)
• 🏅 Special Jury Awards

✨ Honorary Recognitions

Beyond competitive awards, ABIFF will honor individuals and institutions whose work has shaped the creative industry and inspired communities:

• Lifetime Achievement Award – Celebrating a legendary figure in Nollywood and global cinema.
• Pioneer Impact Award – For individuals or organizations advancing Abia’s cultural and creative economy.
• Youth Innovation Award – Honoring a young creative disrupting the industry with fresh ideas.
• Community Service & Humanitarian Award – Recognizing outstanding contributions to society through art and philanthropy.

🎁 Prize Packages

Awardees will receive:

• Customized ABIFF Award Trophies & Certificates of Excellence.
• Cash prizes, scholarships, and grants (sourced through sponsors and partners).
• Production & distribution support from festival partners to further creative careers.
• Exclusive media exposure through ABIFF’s media partners—local and international.

🎤 Performing Artists & Presenters Eligibility

To maintain the highest standards of professionalism and excellence, all performing artists and presenters participating in ABIFF must meet the following criteria:

1. Professionalism & Experience

• Established or emerging talents with proven track records (music, comedy, acting, dance, spoken word, media presentation, etc.).
• History of live performance, stage presence, or public presentation is required.

2. Cultural & Ethical Standards

• Performances must respect cultural values and the dignity of Abia State and Nigeria.
• Content that promotes violence, hate, indecency, or negative social behavior is not permitted.

3. Festival Representation

• Artists and presenters are expected to act as ambassadors of ABIFF and participate in promotional activities when required.

4. Collaboration & Diversity

• Preference for artists who embrace cultural diversity, innovation, and collaboration.
• ABIFF encourages inclusion of young talents, women, and underrepresented voices.

5. Commitment & Availability

• Selected performers must commit to scheduled rehearsals, briefings, and the festival calendar. Timeliness and professionalism are mandatory.