AMVCA 2026 Winners Announced at Lagos Ceremony

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) took place on a Saturday at Eko Hotel in Lagos, starting at 7 PM. The event celebrated significant achievements in African film and television.

Notable winners included Hakeem Onilogbo, who won Best Makeup for "Warlord," and Wale Davi, who secured the Best Writer award for "Father's Shadow." Other winners included Valeri Okek for Best Costume Design for "Colour of Fire," and CJ Mirra, who won Best Score Music for "Father's Shadow." The ceremony featured a variety of categories, with nominees such as Adeola Thelma Bamgboy, who was recognized multiple times, and Lateef Adedimeji, who won Best Indigenous Language Film for "Lisabi: Legend Born." The event highlighted the creativity and talent within the African entertainment industry.