Nigerian documentary filmmaker Joel Kachi Benson’s documentary Madu has won the 2025 Emmy Award for Outstanding Arts and Culture Documentary at the 2025 News and Documentary Emmy Awards in New York City.
The film tells the inspiring story of Anthony Madu, a young Nigerian ballet dancer who rose to fame after a video of him dancing barefoot in the rain went viral.
Benson dedicated the win to Nigeria and to every child with a dream, emphasizing the importance of sharing stories.
He said: “This is a great honour. Thanks to Disney and the entire team at Hunting Lane.
“This win is for Nigeria, and we dedicate it to Anthony Madu and every child out there with a dream. The world is waiting to hear your story.”
The documentary follows Anthony’s journey from Lagos to the UK, where he received a scholarship at the prestigious Elmhurst Ballet School. Madu premiered on Disney+ and has been recognized globally for its impact and excellence.
Source: African Publcity
