BIFF Announces Jury for 2025 Fifth Edition

The Bayelsa International Film Festival (BIFF) has officially appointed the jury panel for its highly anticipated fifth edition in 2025. The festival organizers have tasked the distinguished jury members with ensuring a fair and professional evaluation of films submitted for the competition.

Leading the jury as Head Jury is Prof. Samuel Ogunbiyi, a renowned lecturer and filmmaker from Nigeria. Serving as Secretary is Prof. Atul Marewad, a respected lecturer and film critic from India.

The jury panel also includes:

• Prof. Saviour N. Agoro – Lecturer/Filmmaker (Nigeria)
• Prof. Osakue Omoera – Lecturer/Film Critic (Nigeria)
• Rob Nilsson – Veteran Hollywood Director (USA)
• Santosh Ram – Veteran Filmmaker (India)
• Train Schickele – Hollywood Actor (USA)

The Bayelsa International Film Festival continues to uphold its commitment to celebrating global cinema by bringing together esteemed industry professionals to judge outstanding cinematic works. The festival team looks forward to an exciting edition in 2025.