Nigerian Films Shine with Multiple Nominations at AMAA 2026
The Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) has announced its nomination list for the 22nd edition, with Nigerian films "To Adaego With Love," "The Herd," and "Colours of Fire" emerging as the top contenders. "To Adaego With Love," directed by Nwamaka Chikezie, leads with 11 nominations, followed by "The Herd," directed by Daniel Etim-Effiong, with 10 nominations, and "Colours of Fire" with 9 nominations. The nominations cover various categories, including Best Film and acting awards, showcasing Nigeria's strong presence in this year's nominations.
The awards ceremony is scheduled for 15 November 2026 at the Lagos Marriott Hotel. AMAA CEO Raymond Anyiam-Osigwe stated that the nominated films reflect Africa's diverse cultures and creative excellence.
The jury's representative, Dr Shaibu Husseini, expressed confidence in the nomination process. Notable Nigerian actors nominated include Toyin Abraham, Osas Ighodaro, and Faithia Balogun in the Best Actress category, while Daniel Etim-Effiong is nominated for Best Actor.
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