Gabriel Afolayan won the Best Supporting Actor award for his compelling performance in Inside Life—a role that blended emotional intensity with quiet strength and left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike.
Afolayan, known for his depth and authenticity on screen, brought a remarkable presence to Inside Life. His performance stood out for its subtlety, emotional layering, and natural chemistry with the film’s lead cast—firmly cementing his reputation as one of Nigeria’s most gifted actors.
The category featured an impressive slate of nominees, each delivering unforgettable supporting performances that elevated their films: Adedayo Adebowale Macaroni – Lisabi: The Uprising, Aliu Gafar – Seven Doors, Femi Jacobs – Freedom Way, Richard Mofe-Damijo – Christmas in Lagos, Uzor Arukwe – Suspicion, Mike Afolarin – House of Ga’a, Efa Iwara – Princess on a Hill.
