Ogeyinka Merit Award of Excellence

The Ogeyinka Merit Award of Excellence (also known as the African Film and Theatre Awards) is based in the heart of London, United Kingdom. The Awards are dedicated to nurturing and supporting the rising talents within the African film and theatre industries and acknowledging the elite and established actors for their commitment to the Industry. The organisation also honour artists in music and the media.

Notable artists include Sophie Okenedo, Chiwetel Ejiofor, David Oyelowo, Sade, Taio Cruz, Chucky Venn, Dizzie Rascal, Shirley Bassey, Gloria Idahota Williams, Biyi Bandele, Gina Yashere, Lemar Obika,