Bovi and Nomzamo Mbatha Recreate Viral Snub at AMVCA 2026

During the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards 2026 held in Lagos, comedian Bovi Ugboma and South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha recreated a viral incident involving Nollywood stars Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham. The duo performed a skit referencing a widely discussed "snub" moment that had previously gone viral online.

In their lighthearted exchange, Mbatha portrayed Akindele while Bovi played Abraham, eliciting laughter from the audience. Bovi humorously quipped about Akindele, saying, "Aunty Funke, mtcheeww," during the segment, which sparked reactions from guests at the venue.

This reenactment reignited discussions about the relationship dynamics among top Nigerian film stars, particularly following a viral clip from a movie premiere where Toyin Abraham was seen greeting colleagues while Akindele appeared not to acknowledge her. The AMVCA ceremony continued at the Eko Hotel, with winners announced across multiple categories.