Ruth Kadiri

Awards & Honours

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Ruth Kadiri's career is marked by both critical acclaim and commercial success. Her AMVCA win for Kamsi recognized her dramatic range, while her BON Awards Special Honour in 2026 celebrated her broader impact on the industry. She has been ranked among the Top 10 actresses in Nollywood, a testament to her enduring popularity and consistent output.

AwardsRuth Kadiri won the Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2022 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards for her performance in Kamsi. In 2026, she was announced as a recipient of a Special Honour at the BON Awards, recognizing her contributions to Nollywood.

Honours & Distinctions

BON Awards Special Honour

Best of Nollywood Awards·2026

Recognized for her contributions to Nollywood alongside Pete Edochie, Peju Ogunmola, and Steve Sodiya.

Cannes Lions Speaker

Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity·2026

Invited to speak at the prestigious international festival.

Rankings & Lists

#10

Top 10 Actresses in Nollywood

Various Nollywood publications·2026

Magazine Covers

BellaNaija Style

April 2026

Ruth Kadiri Just Gave Athleisure an Editorial Makeover

Guardian Nigeria

January 2026

The business of storytelling: Ruth Kadiri on why Nollywood must invest in structure, not just stars

Records & Feats

First Nollywood actress to reach 3.96 million YouTube subscribers with her own channel

Digital Milestone·2026

Her RuthKadiri247 channel is one of the most subscribed Nollywood channels on YouTube.