Funke Akindele Loses Best Supporting Actress at AMVCA 2026
At the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA), Funke Akindele lost the Best Supporting Actress award to Linda Ejiofor. Ejiofor's performance in the film "Insecure," which grossed 2 billion at the box office, earned her the accolade.
The nominations for Best Supporting Actress included notable figures such as Bisola Aiyeola, Sola Sobowale, and Akindele herself, whose performance generated significant online conversation prior to the ceremony. The category was judged by a jury led by veteran actress Joke Silva.
In the Best Supporting Actor category, Bucci Franklin won for his role in "Oboz," with nominees including Lateef Adedimeji and Gabriel Afolayan. Despite Akindele's strong online presence and predictions favoring her, the award ultimately went to Ejiofor, highlighting the competitive nature of the event.
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