Funke Akindele loses Best Supporting Actress at AMVCA 12
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, lost the Best Supporting Actress award at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards to fellow actress Linda Ejiofor for her role in The Herd. Ejiofor emerged winner in a category that featured some of Nollywood’s biggest names, including Akindele, whose performance in Behind The Scenes […]
Celebrities Dazzle at the 12th AMVCA Cultural Day
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards kicked off on Friday with the Cultural Day event, marking the beginning of activities preceding the Award Night scheduled for Saturday. Attendees appeared in elaborate traditional outfits, showcasing African culture, fashion and heritage at the event held at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. […]
Joke Silva Explains Surprising AMVCA Nominations Snubs
Head Judge for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, and Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has explained why some actors and films failed to secure nominations for the 2026 edition, admitting that award decisions can sometimes be subjective. Silva addressed concerns over the nomination process following reactions from fans and actors […]
Is This the Last AMVCA? Filmmaker Sparks Future Concerns
Filmmaker Mildred Okwo has suggested that the ongoing edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards could be its final outing, raising concerns about the future of the popular awards platform. In a post on X on Monday, Okwo wrote, “I will be very surprised if this AMVCA is not the farewell edition.” Her comment […]
AMVCA 2026 voting closed ahead of May 9 awards ceremony
Organisers of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards have announced the close of voting for the 12th edition of the awards, with winners set to be unveiled on May 9. In a post shared on Sunday, Africa Magic thanked viewers for participating in the voting process across audience categories. “And that’s a wrap! Voting for […]
Don Julio is lead sponsor for AMVCA 12th edition
MultiChoice on Thursday unveiled plans for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, confirming May 9, 2026, as the date for the ceremony and naming veteran actress, Joke Silva, as Head Judge, bringing decades of industry experience to the role. For headline sponsor Don Julio Tequila, the announcement also outlines the depth […]
See the full list for the 12th edition
Organisers of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards have unveiled nominees for the 12th edition of the awards, ahead of the main ceremony scheduled for May 9. The organisers had earlier announced the appointment of veteran actress, Joke Silva, as Head Judge, succeeding Femi Odugbemi. This year’s edition features 32 categories, comprising 18 jury-voted awards, […]