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Nkem Owoh and Sanni Mu’azu receive Industry Merit Award – AMVCA Image : 19469

Nkem Owoh and Sanni Mu’azu receive Industry Merit Award – AMVCA

With decades of excellence etched into African cinema, Nkem Owoh and Sanni Mu’azu were honoured with the Industry Merit Award. Their legacy is not just in roles played, but in paths paved and generations inspired. This was a night of reverence, applause and deep gratitude for two icons of the screen.

Iyo Prosper Adokiye wins the Best Digital Content Creator Award – AMVCA 11 Image : 19467

Iyo Prosper Adokiye wins the Best Digital Content Creator Award – AMVCA 11

For creating standout digital content that captured audiences across Africa, Iyo Prosper Adokiye emerges as the AMVCA 11 Best Digital Content Creator.

'Mwizukanji' takes home the Best Indigenous Language Southern Africa Award – AMVCA 11 Image : 19466

'Mwizukanji' takes home the Best Indigenous Language Southern Africa Award – AMVCA 11

Cosmas Ng’Andwe’s film, 'Mwizukanji', wins the Best Indigenous Language Southern Africa award at this year’s AMVCAs.

' 'Zi M Uzo' is the Best Indigenous M-Net Original winner – AMVCA 11 Image : 19463

' 'Zi M Uzo' is the Best Indigenous M-Net Original winner – AMVCA 11

For its cultural significance and impactful storytelling, 'Zi M Uzo' wins the Best Indigenous M-Net Original award at AMVCA 11.

Mercy Aigbe is crowned the 2025 Best Supporting Actress – AMVCA 11 Image : 19459

Mercy Aigbe is crowned the 2025 Best Supporting Actress – AMVCA 11

For her unforgettable performance in 'Farmer's Bride', Mercy Aigbe earns the AMVCA 11 Best Supporting Actress award.

The 2025 Best Short Film Award goes to 'Brukaci' – AMVCA 11 Image : 19465

The 2025 Best Short Film Award goes to 'Brukaci' – AMVCA 11

For captivating audiences even in a short-form film, Jide Jblaze Oyegbile's 'Brukaci' wins the AMVCA 11 Best Short Film award.

The Best Indigenous Language East Africa winner – AMVCA 11 Image : 19464

The Best Indigenous Language East Africa winner – AMVCA 11

With its rich storytelling and cultural resonance, 'Makosa Di Yangu' takes home the Best Indigenous Language East Africa award at AMVCA 11.

'Lisabi' wins the Best Indigenous Language West Africa Award – AMVCA 11 Image : 19462

'Lisabi' wins the Best Indigenous Language West Africa Award – AMVCA 11

The thrilling film 'Lisabi: The Uprising' takes home the AMVCA 11 Best Indigenous Language West Africa award.

The Best Unscripted M-Net Original winner is 'Nigerian Idol' – AMVCA 11 \ Africa Magic Image : 19461

The Best Unscripted M-Net Original winner is 'Nigerian Idol' – AMVCA 11 \ Africa Magic

Produced by Kassim Sule and Anneke De Ridder, 'Nigerian Idol' claims the Best Un-Scripted M-Net Original award at AMVCA 11.

'My Fairytale Wedding' wins the Best Scripted M-net Original Award – AMVCA 11 Image : 19460

'My Fairytale Wedding' wins the Best Scripted M-net Original Award – AMVCA 11

For crafting an unforgettable story, Chinenye Nworah and Taiwo Adebayo's 'My Fairytale Wedding' takes home the Best Scripted M-net Original award.

The Best Supporting Actor is Gabriel Afolayan – AMVCA 11 Image : 19458

The Best Supporting Actor is Gabriel Afolayan – AMVCA 11

For bringing depth, brilliance, and a standout performance to Clarence Peter's 'Inside Life', Gabriel Afolayan clinches the AMVCA 11 Best Supporting Actor award.

Chioma Chukwuka wins Best Lead Actress – AMVCA 11 Image : 19457

Chioma Chukwuka wins Best Lead Actress – AMVCA 11

Chioma Chukwuka’s unforgettable performance in 'Seven Doors' earns her the honour of Best Lead Actress at this year’s AMVCA.

Femi Adebayo emerges as the Best Lead Actor – AMVCA 11 Image : 19456

Femi Adebayo emerges as the Best Lead Actor – AMVCA 11

For his outstanding performance in 'Seven Doors', Femi Adebayo takes home the prestigious AMVCA 11 Best Lead Actor award.

Awam Amkpa wins Best Director for ‘The Man Died’ – AMVCA Image : 19455

Awam Amkpa wins Best Director for ‘The Man Died’ – AMVCA

With a masterful eye and unwavering vision, Awam Amkpa brought Soyinka’s words to life in bold, cinematic strokes. The Man Died became more than a film, it was a protest, a poem, and a powerful act of remembrance. And on May 10th, the work was honoured at Africa’s most prestigious awards ceremony.

The Best Movie Award goes to 'Freedom Way' – AMVCA 11 Image : 19454

The Best Movie Award goes to 'Freedom Way' – AMVCA 11

Blessing Uzzi’s exceptional movie 'Freedom Way' claims the top prize of the night — the Best Movie Award.

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Africa’s finest crowned in a dazzling turn up! Every winning moment – AMVCA Image : 19468

Africa’s finest crowned in a dazzling turn up! Every winning moment – AMVCA

Saturday, May 10th saw the assembly of Africa’s most revered performers and storytellers as they flaunted their looks on the red carpet. But the real show began when the best storytellers and performers were crowned for their outstanding work. Here are all the winning moments. Thank you Africa for celebrating excellence.

Young Filmmakers Day – AMVCA 11 Image : 19449

Young Filmmakers Day – AMVCA 11

It was a day of inspiration and learning for budding creatives at the MultiChoice Talent Factory’s Young Filmmakers Day, where facilitator Shawn Butler shared valuable insights into the art and business of filmmaking.

Celebrating the icons – AMVCA 11 Image : 19446

Celebrating the icons – AMVCA 11

The eleventh edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) kicked off with a special event honouring Nollywood veterans and legends of the African film and television industry.

Afro-futuristic slay! Stars shut down the red carpet – AMVCA Image : 19445

Afro-futuristic slay! Stars shut down the red carpet – AMVCA

Africa’s biggest stars hit the AMVCA red carpet dripping in avant-garde glam, futuristic fabrics, and pure royal energy. We caught up with them to talk African storytelling, industry dreams—and of course, to serve face and fashion. This carpet wasn’t walked, it was conquered.

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Bimbo Ademoye wins Best Actress in a Comedy award – AMVCA 9 Image : 16479

Bimbo Ademoye wins Best Actress in a Comedy award – AMVCA 9

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Taking the stage by a storm, the top 12 from the Nigerian Idols – AMVCA 8 Image : 19599

Taking the stage by a storm, the top 12 from the Nigerian Idols – AMVCA 8

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Electrifying performance by Lagbaja & Rema – AMVCA 8 Image : 19642

Electrifying performance by Lagbaja & Rema – AMVCA 8

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Daniel Perry bags another win as the Best Actor in a Comedy – AMVCA 9 Image : 16854

Daniel Perry bags another win as the Best Actor in a Comedy – AMVCA 9

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Is it too much? – AMVCA 7 Image : 10381

Is it too much? – AMVCA 7

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Chioma Chukwuka wins Best Lead Actress – AMVCA 11 Image : 19457

Chioma Chukwuka wins Best Lead Actress – AMVCA 11