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THE 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers\u2019 Choice Awards<\/a> (AMVCA 2026) held on Saturday, May 9, delivered one of the most glamorous nights in African entertainment history. The luxury venue was transformed into a glamorous cinematic arena featuring: massive LED screens, gold-themed stage design, celebrity lounges, fashion media stands, and luxury sponsor installations. From Linda Ejiofor\u2019s double victory to Uzor Arukwe\u2019s heartfelt speech and the dominance of films like \u201cThe Herd, Colours of Fire, and To Kill A Monkey,\u201d AMVCA 12, once again proved why the ceremony remains Africa\u2019s biggest entertainment awards platform. Lateef Adedimeji<\/a> took home the Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa) with his epic film, \u201cLisabi: A Legend is Born.\u201d Bucci Franklin won the Best Supporting Actor for his role in the movie \u201cTo Kill A Monkey.\u201d The movie also won the Best Cinematography, which went to Kabelo Thathe. Red Carpet Fashion<\/strong><\/p>\n Like other global awards such as the Oscars, Golden Globe, fashion remained one of the biggest highlights of the evening at this year\u2019s AMVCA. The red carpet was abuzz with style and glamour, as celebrities showcased their unique fashion sense. Linda Ejiofor wore a dazzling emerald green couture gown with crystal embellishments and a dramatic flowing train. Ex-Big Brother Nigeria (BBNaija) star Bisola Aiyeola stunned audiences in a futuristic metallic silver gown with dramatic shoulder structures and glittering details. It was not only a night for the female folks as the stars strut the red carpet stylishly. Uzor Arukwe wore a black velvet tuxedo with gold embroidery accents and polished black shoes, creating one of the night\u2019s most elegant male fashion appearances.
The event brought together the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me of the African entertainment industry, with celebrities turning out in their finest attire to walk the red carpet.
Held at the Eko Hotel & Suites in Lagos, Nollywood stars, filmmakers, producers, and digital creators gathered in their numbers to celebrate excellence in African cinema, television, and storytelling.\n<\/p>\n
The event kicked off with Icon\u2019s Night, followed by Cultural Night, which celebrated African cinema and its stars. The Cultural Night with the theme: \u201cHonouring Craft, Celebrating Culture,\u201d featured traditional attire from various African cultures.
This year\u2019s ceremony attracted top entertainers, filmmakers, influencers, politicians, and business executives from across Africa. It was filled with emotional speeches, standing ovations, unforgettable red carpet fashion, surprise victories, and historic wins that immediately dominated social media conversations across the continent.\n<\/p>\n
Ejiofor stole the show, bagging two awards: Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress for her performances in \u201cThe Serpent\u2019s Gift\u201d and \u201cThe Herd,\u201d respectively.
Uzor Arukwe also took home the Best Actor award for his role in \u201cColours of Fire\u201d. Other notable winners included Akinola Davies Jnr., who won Best Director, and \u201cMy Father\u2019s Shadow,\u201d which clinched Best Movie.\n<\/p>\n
Ajamolaya Bunmi walked home with the Best Art Direction award for his creative ingenuity in the movie \u201cColours of Fire.\u201d
Uche Montana was honoured with the Trailblazer Award, while veteran actors Kanayo O. Kanayo and Sola Sobowale received Industry Merit Awards.\n<\/p>\n
From bold couture statements to elegant classics, the evening highlighted the creativity and charisma of Africa\u2019s entertainment industry.
Uche Montana, Tobi Bakre, and Osas Ighodaro were among the many stars who turned heads with their stunning outfits.<\/p>\n
The outfit featured subtle African-inspired detailing and was widely praised online for its elegance and sophistication.
Funke Akindele<\/a> turned up in a fitted black couture dress decorated with silver stones and layered textures, which many fashion critics described as classy and timeless.\n<\/p>\n
Show host Nancy Isime appeared in a sculpted gold dress with flowing cape details that quickly became one of the most shared fashion looks on social media.\n<\/p>\n
His counterpart Lateef Adedimeji and wife Adebimpe, showed why they are celebrity couple, as they attracted attention with coordinated royal Yoruba attire featuring luxurious embroidery, beads, and regal accessories.\n<\/p>\n