| Dear Bayo | |
| Director: | Imoh Umoren |
| Story: | Imoh Umoren |
| Starring: | Chimezie Imo Tunbosun Aiyedehin |
| Runtime: | 102 minutes |
| Country: | Nigeria |
| Language: | English |
Dear Bayo is a 2020 Nigerian romantic drama film written and directed by Imoh Umoren.[1] The film stars Chimezie Imo and Tunbosun Aiyedehin in the lead roles while the film marked the fifth directorial venture of Imoh Umoren.[2] The film was mostly shot in Niger Delta. The film was released on 31 January 2020 and opened to positive reviews.
The storyline follows a love affair between a youth corper Bayo who plays the titular role and Ebipade, a humble girl. Both are from humble backgrounds and are smitten by each other but have to overcome obstacles in their personal lives to be together forever.
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in a Lead role – English | [3] | |
| Best Supporting Actor – English | ||||
| Best Supporting Actress – English | ||||
| Movie with the Best Soundtrack | ||||
| Best Use of Make up in a Movie | ||||
| Movie with the Best Cinematography | ||||
| Movie with the Best Editing | ||||
| Most Promising Actress | ||||
| Most Promising Actor |