Akinola Davies Jr. has won the 2026 BAFTA for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer for his masterpiece, 'My Father’s Shadow.' As the first Nigerian film ever selected for Cannes’ Official Selection, this semi-autobiographical drama set in 1993 Lagos is the year's most celebrated debut. The post Akinola Davies Jr. Wins First BAFTA Outstanding Debut for “My Father’s Shadow” appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today! .