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Nigeria Hosts 12th Africa Magic Awards, Trailblazer Honored

5/10/2026

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Nigeria Hosts Awards

Nigeria hosted the 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards in Lagos on 9 May 2026.
Queen Mercy Atang and Nana Akua Addo wore a bread-loaf dress and a silver cathedral-inspired gown.
Uche Montana received the Trailblazer Award while ceremony honored “Tlhaho Ya Mosadi” with Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa), Daniel Anyiam with Best Editing for “To Kill A Monkey,” and “Colours of Fire” with awards for costume, make-up and art direction.

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Franklin Wins

The ceremony introduced a Best Indigenous Language Film (North Africa and Central Africa) category, expanding regional storytelling recognition.
Bucci Franklin won Best Supporting Actor for “To Kill a Monkey,” after studying Benin street culture, and dedicated the award to his mother who died a week before the film’s release.
Bovi Ugboma and Nomzamo Mbatha hosted the evening as IK Osakioduwa handed off hosting duties after more than a decade.

History

Historical Context

MultiChoice introduced the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards on 9 March 2013 in Lagos, broadcasting the ceremony to over 50 African countries and featuring 26 award categories that highlighted Nollywood’s growing influence. Building on that launch, the 12th AMVCA adds Best Indigenous Language Film awards for North and Central Africa, reinforcing Nigeria’s role as a continental cultural hub.

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Nigeria Hosts Awards

Nigeria hosted the 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards in Lagos on 9 May 2026.
Queen Mercy Atang and Nana Akua Addo wore a bread-loaf dress and a silver cathedral-inspired gown.
Uche Montana received the Trailblazer Award while ceremony honored “Tlhaho Ya Mosadi” with Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa), Daniel Anyiam with Best Editing for “To Kill A Monkey,” and “Colours of Fire” with awards for costume, make-up and art direction.

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