AMVCA 2026 UPDATED: Here Are the 12th Edition Winners

BusinessDay article: AMVCA 2026 UPDATED, Here Are the 12th Edition Winners

By Anthony Udugba

Published May 9, 2026

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) took place at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria. The ceremony honoured outstanding achievements in African film, television, and digital storytelling. The night belonged to My Father’s Shadow, which won multiple major awards and emerged as the most celebrated production of the evening.

Best Movie

My Father’s ShadowProduced by Fumbi Ogunbanwo and Rachel Dargavel

The film stood out for its emotional depth, compelling storytelling, and exceptional production quality.

Best Director

Akinola Davies Jr. – My Father’s Shadow

Recognised for a strong artistic vision and confident storytelling.

Best Lead Actor

Uzor Arukwe – Colours of Fire

Honoured for a commanding and emotionally rich performance.

Best Lead Actress

Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman – The Serpent’s Gift

Praised for an authentic and powerful performance.

Best Supporting Actor

Bucci Franklin – To Kill a Monkey

Recognised for adding intensity and depth to the film.

Best Supporting Actress

Mercy Aigbe – Farmer’s Bride

Celebrated for a nuanced and memorable supporting role.

Best Cinematography

Kabelo Thathe – My Father’s Shadow

Honoured for striking visuals, strong composition, and atmospheric storytelling.

Best Writing, Movie

Wale Davies – My Father’s Shadow

Awarded for a screenplay with emotional depth and sharp dialogue.

Best Sound Design

Pius Fatoke and CJ Mirra – My Father’s Shadow

Recognised for creating an immersive and emotionally resonant soundscape.

Best Costume Design

Valerie Okeke – Colours of Fire

Praised for costumes that enriched character and visual storytelling.

Best Makeup

Hakeem Onilogbo – Warlord

Awarded for transformative makeup work that supported the story.

Best Art Direction

Ajamolaya Bunmi – Colours of Fire

Recognised for visually rich production design.

Best Writing, TV Series

MTV Shuga Mashariki

Honoured for socially relevant and engaging storytelling.

Best Music Score

Duval Timothy and CJ Mirra – My Father’s Shadow

The score added emotional weight and atmosphere.

Best Documentary

Beyond Olympic Glory

Celebrated for its inspiring portrayal of athletes.

Best Short Film

Hussaini

Recognised for telling a compelling story in a concise format.

Trailblazer Award

Uche Montana

Presented to one of the industry's rising stars.

Industry Merit Awards

Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O. Kanayo

Honoured for their lasting contributions to African cinema.

Night’s Biggest Story

My Father’s Shadow dominated the 2026 AMVCAs, winning Best Movie, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Writing, Best Sound Design, and Best Music Score. Its success reflected both technical excellence and powerful storytelling.

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