**Oscar Moments that Left Us Speechless: A Look into the Most Shocking Moments in the Academy's History** The Oscars, Nigeria's own version of which we fondly refer to as the Nollywood Awards, is more than just a glamorous celebration of cinema excellence. It's also a stage where dramatic moments play out in real life. From scathing remarks to jaw-dropping incidents, the Academy Awards has seen its fair share of controversy over the years. Take, for instance, the 2020 ceremony, when Binyavanga Wainaina, a renowned Kenyan author, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a celebrated Nigerian author, were both snubbed for Best International Feature Film. Although their absence from the nominees' list didn't attract as much attention as some other scandals, it left many in the literary world wondering why they were overlooked. However, one incident that stole the spotlight in recent years was the infamous slap incident during the 2022 Oscars ceremony. Will Smith walked on stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock for making a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith's, shaved head. The exchange was heated, with Rock firing back at Smith, saying he didn't mean to offend him. Despite his win for Best Actor for his role in King Richard, Smith faced severe backlash for his actions. He was later issued a 10-year ban by the Academy, which prevented him from attending any of their events until 2032. In a later interview, Smith explained the chaos that ensued that night, saying, "There are many nuances and complexities to it. But at the end of the day, I lost it."