AMVCA 2024 Nominees and winners Revealed at Glittering Event

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) commenced its much-anticipated 10th edition at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos, showcasing the crème de la crème of talent from Nigeria and across the African continent. As the event unfolded, a select group of winners were already unveiled, setting the stage for an evening of glamour and celebration.

Veteran presenter IK Osakioduwa lent his seasoned charm to the occasion as the host, infusing the event with his trademark style and flair. The festivities kicked off with a vibrant ‘Cultural Day’, featuring captivating musical performances and special cultural presentations. The red carpet witnessed a parade of dazzling fashion statements from entertainment luminaries such as Toke Makinwa, Uti Nwachukwu, and BBN reality stars Neo and Venita, alongside other notable celebrities.

A total of 25 categories will determine the eventual winners, comprising 16 non-voting and nine audience voting categories, as well as two prestigious recognition awards. Following the main event, attendees are invited to revel in the after-party, where an array of outfit changes will showcase the diverse and exquisite tastes of Nollywood’s brightest stars. The AMVCA 2024 promises to be an unforgettable celebration of African talent and creativity, marking yet another milestone in the annals of Nollywood history.

Among the esteemed categories, the 10th AMVCA will shine a spotlight on the Lifetime Achievement and Trailblazer Awards. Key categories include Best Actor in a Leading Role, Best Actress in a Leading Role, Best Movie, and Best Director, among others.

Here are the nominees in some of the prominent categories:

Best Makeup:
– Francesca Otaigbe (“Over the Bridge”)
– Campbell Precious (“Mami Wata”) – Winner
– Hadizat Gambo (“Mojisola”)
– Hakeem Onilogbo (“Jagun Jagun – The Warrior”)
– Feyisayo Oyebisi (“A Tribe Called Judah”)

Best Art Direction:
– “Blood Vessel” (Victor Akpan)
– “Over The Bridge” (Abisola Omolade) – Winner
– “Breath of Life” (Okechukwu Frost Nwankwo, Kelechi Odu)
– “The Black Book” (Pat Nebo and Chima Temple)
– “Jagun Jagun: The Warrior” (Tunji Afolayan)
– “Mami Wata” (C.J Fiery Obasi)
– “Omen” (Eve Martin)

Best Costume Design:
– Demola Adeyemi (“Over The Bridge”)
– Bolanle Austin Peters, Ituen Basi, Folake Coker, and Clement Effanga (“Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti”)
– Lola Awe (“Jagun Jagun: The Warrior”) – Winner
– Bunmi Demilola Fashina (“Mami Wata”)
– Daniel Obasi (“Breath of Life”)

Best Writing TV Series:
– “Skinny Girl in Transit” (Season 7)
– “Wura” (Season 2)
– “Volume” – Winner
– “Masquerades of Aniedo”
– “Slum King”

Best Writing in a Movie:
– “Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti” (Tunde Babalola) – Winner
– “Breath of Life” (BB Sasore)
– “Over The Bridge” (Tosin Otudeko)
– “Jagun Jagun: The Warrior” (Adebayo Tijani)
– “A Tribe Called Judah” (Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele, Collins Okoh, and Akinlabi Ishola)
– “Mami Wata” (CJ Fiery Obasi)

Best Sound Design:
– Ava Momoh (“Over the Bridge”)
– Daniel Pellerin and Amin Bhatia (“Kipkemboi”)
– Grey Jones Ossai (“Blood Vessel”) – Winner
– Grey Jones Ossai (“Breath of Life”)
– Samy Bardet (“Mami Wata”)

Best Editing:
– Antonio Ribeiro (“The Black Book”) – Winner
– Chuka Ejorh And Onyekachi Banjo (“Over The Bridge”)
– Holmes Awa (“Breath of Life”)
– Alex Kamau And Victor Obok (“Volume”)
– Dayo Nathaniel (“Ogeere – Earth”)
– Nathan Delannoy (“Mami Wata”)

Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa):
– “Jagun Jagun” (Femi Adebayo) – Winner
– “Mami Wata” (CJ Fiery Obasi)
– “Ijogbon” (Kunle Afolayan)
– “Orisa” (Odunlade Adekola)
– “Nana Akoto” (Kwabena Gyansah)

Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa):
– Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One) – Winner

Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa):
– Motshameko O Kotsi – Winner

Best Documentary:
– Lobola, A Bride’s True Price? – Winner

Best Cinematography:
– Over The Bridge (KC Obiajulu) – Winner

Best Indigenous M-Net Original:
– Irora Iya – Winner

Best Digital Content:
– Medical Negligence and Copyright Infringement – Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola (Layi Wasabi) – Winner

Best Short Film:
– Broken Mask – Winner

The list of nominees reflects the rich tapestry of talent and creativity within the African film industry, promising a fiercely contested and exhilarating awards ceremony.

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