The highly anticipated ninth edition of the Africa Movie Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) took place on Saturday at the prestigious Eko Hotels in Lagos State, Nigeria. The glamorous event was co-hosted by popular TV host IK Osakioduwa and former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi, who added charm and elegance to the evening.
This year, the AMVCA witnessed three former Big Brother housemates shine brightly as they clinched top honors in various categories. Diane Russet walked away with the coveted award for “Best Original Drama Series,” while Elozonam was honored for his outstanding contributions in the “Best Online Social Content Category.” Tobi Bakre, on the other hand, emerged as the “Best Actor in Drama,” cementing his place as a rising star in the industry.
Recognizing style and fashion, the Best Dressed award for men was bestowed upon the influential Enioluwa Adeoluwa, while Beauty Tukura, an ex-BBNaija contestant, claimed the prestigious honor for women.
The complete list of winners for the AMVCA 2023 includes:
Best Actor in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series): Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi)
Best Actress in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series): Bimbo Ademoye – Selina
Best Actor in a Drama – (Movie/TV Series): Tobi Bakre – Brotherhood
Best Actress in a Drama – (Movie/TV Series): Osas Ighodaro – Man of God
Best Supporting Actor (Movie/TV Series): Abdisattar Ahmed – Gacal
Best Supporting Actress (Movie/TV Series): Efe Irele – Four Four Forty Four
Best Short Film: Adeoye Adetunji – Pa Aromire
Best Online Social Content Creator: Elozonam, Kie Kie – Back From The Future
Best Original Telenovela: Mpali
Best Unscripted Original: King Bugar
Best Original Comedy Series: Njoro Wa Uba
Best Original Drama Series: Ricordi
Best Art Director: Wale Adeleke – King Of Thieves (Agesinkole)
Best Costume Designer (Movie/TV Series): Adeola Art-Alade – The Real Housewives of Lagos (Reunion Episode)
Best Picture Editor (Movie/TV Series): Holmes Awa & Daniel Tom – Crime & Justice
Best Sound Editor (Movie/TV Series): Anu Afolayan – Anikulapo
Best Soundtrack (Movie/TV Series): Kent Edunjobi – Anikulapo
Best Makeup (Movie/TV Series): Maryam Ndukwe, Hakeem Effects Onilogbo – Shanty Town
Best Writer (Movie/TV Series): Sola Dada – Anikulapo
Best Cinematographer (Movie/TV Series): Loukman Ali – Brotherhood
Best Movie, Southern Africa: Jewel – Elvis Chucks
Best Movie, East Africa: Click Click Bang – Philip Karanja Njenga
Best Movie, West Africa: Brotherhood – Jade Osiberu
Best Television Series: Crime & Justice – Yinka Edward
Best Documentary: Nigeria-the Debut – Nora Awolowo
Best Director: Loukman Ali – Brotherhood
The Multichoice Talent Factory Film: Leaked
Best Indigenous Language, Swahili (Movie/TV Series): Philip Karanja Njenga – Click Click Bang
Best Indigenous Language, Yoruba (Movie/TV Series): Anikulapo – Kunle Afolayan
Best Indigenous Language, Hausa (Movie/TV Series): Aisha – Abubakar Bashir Maishadda
Best Indigenous Language, Igbo (Movie/TV
Series): Uhuruchi – Victor Iyke
Best Overall Movie, Africa: Anikulapo – Kunle Afolayan
Industry Merit Award: Patience Ozokwor
The Trailblazer Award: Angel Onigwe
The AMVCA 2023 proved to be a night of triumph and celebration, honoring outstanding talent in the African film industry. The winners showcased exceptional skill, creativity, and dedication, reaffirming Africa’s position as a powerhouse of cinematic brilliance. With the AMVCA setting the stage for recognizing excellence, the future of African cinema shines brighter than ever.
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