Nigerian television drama series Sands of Time has achieved a significant milestone, winning seven awards across various platforms. The series received four awards at the 2026 Nigerian Electronic Media Content Exhibition and Awards (NEMCEA), followed by three international television honours from film festivals in Canada. This notable achievement highlights the series' impact on both local and international audiences.
At NEMCEA, Sands of Time: We Happy People won the Best Overall Drama Series award. The series' producer, Stellamaris Duru, was named NTA Best Producer, while Hydra Aneme and Chinyere Wilfred took home Best Actor and Best Actress awards, respectively. These recognitions demonstrate the series' excellence in production, acting, and overall storytelling.
The series continued its awards run with international recognitions. Sands of Time won Best Television Series (Africa) at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF), Best Television/Web Series at the Brampton International Nollywood Film Festival (BINFF), and Best Television Series (Africa) at the International Comedy and Art Film Festival (TICAFF). These awards showcase the series' appeal to diverse audiences worldwide.
Reacting to the awards, producer Stellamaris Duru attributed the achievement to the production team's commitment to creating relatable stories. She emphasized that the series aims to tell stories that audiences can connect with and enjoy with their families. The recognition received locally and internationally validates the team's efforts.
Duru highlighted the series' growing television reach across Nigeria, with Sands of Time currently airing on several stations throughout the week. The production has made a conscious effort to make the series accessible to a broad audience by airing on different TV stations and platforms, including YouTube.
The broad broadcast reach has helped Sands of Time connect with viewers across Nigeria, while its international recognition demonstrates the potential for Nigerian television stories to reach global audiences. Duru emphasized that the biggest achievement is not just the awards but knowing that the story is resonating with audiences beyond Nigeria.
This achievement marks a notable milestone for Sands of Time, with the production receiving recognition for its overall performance, production, and acting, as well as its television storytelling on international platforms. The series' success showcases the growing impact of Nigerian television stories and their potential to transcend borders.
Key points
- Sands of Time won seven awards across local and international platforms.
- The series received awards for Best Overall Drama Series, Best Producer, Best Actor, and Best Actress at NEMCEA.
- Sands of Time won international awards at TINFF, BINFF, and TICAFF.
