The much-anticipated 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) nominees have been unveiled, and it’s time to celebrate the extraordinary talent that continues to shape the African entertainment industry. From filmmakers to actors and storytellers, the AMVCAs have long served as a beacon for recognizing excellence across the continent, and this year’s list is no exception.
Broadcast live on Africa Magic channels, the announcement brought attention to the remarkable achievements of African creatives who have not only entertained but also inspired audiences worldwide. The 2025 awards ceremony will take place on May 10 at the luxurious Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, where the very best in film and television will be honoured.
Public voting opens until May 4 on the Africa Magic website, so fans have the chance to cast their votes for the nine audience-voted categories. A distinguished panel of judges, led by veteran filmmaker Femi Odugbemi, will determine the winners of the remaining 18 juried categories, including prestigious awards such as the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Trailblazer Award—both of which honour the pioneers who’ve paved the way for others.
Here are the nominees for some of the most coveted awards:
Best Movie
- Christmas in Lagos
- Farmer’s Bride
- Freedom Way
- House of Gaa
- Inkabi
- Lisabi
- Skeleton Coast
- Suspicion
Best Director
- House of Gaa
- Inkabi
- Seven Doors
- Skeleton Coast
- The Man Died
- The Weekend
Best Lead Actress
- Chioma Chukwuka (Seven Doors)
- Gbubemi Ejeye (Farmer’s Bride)
- Uzoamaka Onuoha (Agemo)
- Uche Montana (Thin Line)
- Uzoamaka Aniunoh (Phoenix Fury)
- Hilda Dokubo (Wives on Strike 3)
- Bimbo Ademoye (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre)
Best Lead Actor
- Gideon Okeke (Tokunbo)
- Bucci Franklin (The Weekend)
- Femi Branch (House of Gaa)
- Thapelo Makoena (Skeleton Coast)
- Bimbo Manuel (Princess on a Hill)
- Stan Nze (Suspicion)
- Femi Adebayo (Seven Doors)
- Adedimeji Lateef (Lisabi: The Uprising)
Best Supporting Actress
- Meg Otanwa (Inside Life)
- Tina Mba (Suspicion)
- Ireti Doyle (All’s Fair in Love)
- Ini Dima-Okojie (Skeleton Coast)
- Mercy Aigbe (Farmer’s Bride)
- Omoni Oboli (Wives on Strike 3)
- Darasimi Nadi (Aburo)
Best Supporting Actor
- Gabriel Afolayan (Inside Life)
- Adedayo Adebowale (Lisabi)
- Aliu Gafar (Seven Doors)
- Femi Jacobs (Freedom Way)
- RMD (Christmas in Lagos)
- Uzor Arukwe (Suspicion)
- Mike Afolarin (House of Gaa)
Best Cinematography
- Agemo
- Inkabi
- Lisabi: The Uprising
- Skeleton Coast
- Soft Love
- The Legend of The Vagabond Queen Of Lagos
- Yen Ara Asaase Ni
… and many more in other categories, ranging from Best Costume Design to Best Short Film and Best M-Net Original.
As we await the ceremony, one thing is certain: the 11th AMVCA will be a celebration of the power of storytelling and the talent that continues to push boundaries across the African continent. With nominations spanning a rich tapestry of languages, genres, and styles, the AMVCA promises to be an unforgettable night in the world of African entertainment.
Who are you rooting for? Don’t forget to cast your votes and be a part of this monumental celebration!
