Allison Precious Emmanuel

Allison Precious Emmanuel
Born
Allison Precious Emmanuel

(2001-11-10) November 10, 2001
Known forFilmmaking
Notable workHijack '93, The Boy Who Gave

Allison Precious Emmanuel is a Nigerian actor, director, screenwriter, and filmmaker. He is best known as the youngest filmmaker to premiere a feature film, The Boy Who Gave, in Nigerian cinemas, and for his portrayal of Ben “Owiwi” in the 2024 Netflix film Hijack ‘93. He is also the youngest triple nominee in the history of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF).

Early life

Allison was born on November 10, 2001[1] in Bonny Island, Rivers State, where his film The Boy Who Gave was shot. He studied Information Management at the Rivers State University.[2][3]

Career

At 21, Allison won the maiden edition of SDGs Short Film Challenge and Awards with his film, Daddy Lessons taking home a 1 million Naira cash prize.[4][5] In 2024, he gained recognition after starring alongside Nnamdi Agbo, Sam Dede, and more as Ben “Owiwi” in the Robert O. Peters-directed disaster film, Hijack ‘93, based on the 1993 Nigerian Airways hijack.[6][7][8]

In November 2025, Allison screened his first feature film The Boy Who Gave at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF).[9][10] He starred in, wrote and directed the film, and made history as the youngest triple nominee in the history of the festival earning Best Actor, Best Director, and Best Film nominations.[9][1] The film stars Tina Mba, Blossom Chukwujekwu, and Chuks Joseph. At age 24, Allison became the youngest filmmaker to premiere a feature film in Nigerian cinemas after the film was officially released in May 2026.[3]

Allison was listed alongside Uzoamaka Power and Martha Ehinome in YNaija’s list of 8 Nollywood Breakout Stars to watch out for in 2026.[11]

Filmography

  • The Boy Who Gave (2025)[12]
  • Hijack ’93 (2024)[13]
  • Dead of Night (2024)[14]
  • Masquerades of Aniedo (TV Series 2023–2024)[15]

References

  1. 1 2 Okogba, Emmanuel (2025-11-18). "AFRIFF: Nigerian filmmaker Allison Emmanuel makes history as youngest triple nominee". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-07-09.
  2. ↑ "Allison Precious Emmanuel". FilmFreeway. Retrieved 2026-07-09.
  3. 1 2 "Allison Emmanuel on "The Boy Who Gave": Inside His Inspiring Journey to AFRIFF with His Debut Feature Film - Nollywood Reporter". 2025-11-08. Retrieved 2026-07-09.
  4. ↑ "21-year-old filmmaker wins SDGs Short Film Challenge N1m grand prize - P.M. News". Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  5. ↑ Rapheal (2023-08-29). "3 winners emerge at SDGs short film challenge and awards, get N1.85m". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  6. ↑ "'Hijack 93' Soars on Nigeria's Tragic History but Crashes on Execution". www.premiumtimesng.com. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  7. ↑ Kareem, Azeez (2024-10-03). "Netflix unveils trailer for Hijack '93". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  8. ↑ "Spotlights on 1993 Hijack History – THISDAYLIVE". Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  9. 1 2 "Allison Precious Emmanuel: 'The Boy Who Gave' a Debut Worth Talking About". Pulse Nigeria. 2025-11-17. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  10. ↑ Akari, Itode (2026-05-16). "Filmmaker Touts Rivers As Emerging Nollywood Hub, Hails 'The Boy Who Gave' As Top Production". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  11. ↑ Adeyinka, Ayomitide (2026-03-02). "8 Nollywood Breakout Stars To Watch Out For This Year". YNaija. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  12. ↑ "The Boy Who Gave". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  13. ↑ "Hijack '93". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  14. ↑ "Dead of Night". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
  15. ↑ "Masquerades of Aniedo". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-07-07.
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