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Highlights: What the Stars Wore at the AMVCA.

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Now that the drama has died down a little, for the 2025 AMVCA let’s talk about this particular time of the year when stars align and Africa’s finest strut their stuff on the most glamorous carpet in African entertainment. The 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards didn’t just bring the heat, it scorched. And the fashion? Darling, it spoke. From earthy art to celestial couture, here’s who served the most unforgettable looks of the night.

 

Diiadem – The Golden Butterfly

 

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Diiadem at AMVCA red carpet

Diiadem fluttered in like a luxe butterfly goddess in a body-hugging gown encrusted with shimmering gold and brown embellishments. The highlight? Giant beaded butterflies perched dramatically across the bodice and flowing train. The plunging neckline and mermaid silhouette? A moment. She didn’t come to play, she came to dazzle.

 

Bimbo Ademoye – The Pink Dream

 

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Bimbo Ademoye at AMVCA red carpet

Soft, sweet, and sassy, Bimbo glided in with a dreamy dual-tone pink number. The darker rose bodice hugged her beautifully, while the pastel ruffled skirt brought the drama. Glittering accents at the waist tied it all together, giving us fairy tales and fierceness.

Ini Dima-Okojie – Dark Royalty

 

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Ini-dinma Okojie at AMVCA red carpet

Ini looked like she walked out of a high-fashion fantasy. Her sheer black corset gown featured a bold off-shoulder neckline and sculpted skirt. The pearly accessories added a soft, luxe contrast to the edginess of her dress. Gothic glam? Signed, sealed, delivered.

 

Nana Akua Addo – White Swan Realness

 

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Ghanaian star Nana at AMVCA red carpet

Yes, the Ghanaian queen came to slay, and we love her, so she stays. Nana wore a show-stopping white masterpiece made entirely of scale-like discs. The headpiece alone? Architectural brilliance. The gown gave a futuristic mermaid in heaven, and honestly, she wins for drama and detail.

 

Doyin David – Mother Nature, But Make It Fashion

 

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Doyin David at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Doyin’s earth-toned gown was a wearable sculpture. Crafted from root-like textures with pops of green leaves, she gave a forest queen on a runway. The silhouette hugged her in all the right places while still being avant-garde. Nature chic? We see you.

 

Uche Montana – Tropical Mermaid Energy

 

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Uche Montana at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Uche brought color, shine, and flow with a teal sequined dress featuring burnt-orange chiffon drapes. The sheer details, flowing fishtail, and flower-like patterns were a tropical storm in the best way. A look that moved, literally and figuratively.

 

Mercy Atang – Regal in Gold

 

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Mercy Atang at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Mercy went full-on empress in a gold-toned gown with geometric beading, dramatic tassel sleeves, and a perfectly matching purse. The standout feature? A glorious flower crown gele-like headpiece. This was luxury with intention, rich, rooted, and regal.

Fun fact: Mercy’s dress was made with over One million golden safety pins. Tell us about creativity at an all time high. 

 

Mercy Eke – Ice Queen Energy

 

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Mercy Eke at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

In a glimmering, silvery-white masterpiece, Mercy floated onto the scene. Her corset-style bodice, crystal details, and voluminous skirt made her look like a diamond in motion. The glistening backdrop added to the magical, frozen glam effect. Stunning doesn’t even begin.

 

Mercy Aigbe – Cosmic Royalty

 

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Mercy Aigbe at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Mercy gave us the moon and the stars, literally. Her gown featured a crescent moon sculpture, a sun-painted bodice, and a starry black skirt. She turned herself into a walking universe. Mercury must be in fashion, because she delivered planetary slayage.

 

Liquorose – Ethereal Rebel

 

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Liquorose at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Dressed in sheer cream fishnet with a metallic floral sculpture across the torso, Liquorose looked like a ghostly goddess. The gray head veil added mystery, and the almost-nude illusion had us zooming in. High fashion meets haunting beauty.

 

Osas Ighodaro – Earth Goddess

 

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Osas Ighodaro at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Olive, cream, and earthy accents made Osas look like a piece of sacred land. Her gown mimicked landscapes with twig-like headgear giving full-on “Mother of Nature” energy. The details? Chef’s kiss.

 

Jemima Osunde – Striking in Stripes

 

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Jemima Osunde at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Jemima went bold in a silver and black strapless gown with a zebra-inspired bodice and voluminous pleated skirt. It was fierce, elegant, and made a solid case for structured glamour. A quiet slay, but a slay nonetheless.

 

Kiekie – Fairytale Feather Queen

 

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Kiekie at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Kiekie brought Disney magic with a shimmering silver-blue gown that sparkled like an ice crystal. Sculpted shoulder tendrils added a feathery softness, and her short gray hair made the whole thing feel modern yet whimsical. She glowed, period. The Designer Veekee James really didn’t come to play on this year’s AMVCA looks. 

 

Akin Faminu – The Rose Detail King

 

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Akin Faminu at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Akin stood out in a black-and-white suit, with embroidered red roses on one shoulder, elegant, artful, and impossibly clean. The dark glasses and hat tied it all together like the fashion-forward king he is.

 

Mike Afolarin – Pinstripe Don

 

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Mike Afolarin at AMVCA 2025 red carpet

Mike brought cool, quiet confidence in a double-breasted pinstripe blazer and loose pants. With braids, shades, and a pendant necklace, it was a refreshing break from overdone tuxedos. Smooth operator energy.

 

This year’s AMVCA red carpet was a feast. From sculpted gowns to nature-themed ensembles and galactic couture, the African stars gave us fashion to remember. One thing’s clear, when Africans do glam, they do it for good. 

 

Read Also: Top 10 Best-Dressed Celebrities at AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night

 

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Paris Fashion Week: Wizkid and Asake Spotted at Louis Vuitton Show

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Wizkid and Asake were among the celebrities spotted at the Louis Vuitton Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 presentation during Paris Men’s Fashion Week in France. The event, held on Tuesday, June 23, brought together musicians, actors, athletes and fashion industry figures from different parts of the world as Louis Vuitton unveiled its latest menswear collection under Men’s Creative Director Pharrell Williams.

The appearance of the two Afrobeats stars added to the growing presence of Nigerian entertainers at major international fashion events. Over the years, global luxury brands have increasingly welcomed African artists to their runway presentations, a trend seen across recent international fashion weeks.

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Wizkid arrived wearing a olive-green textured zip-up knit sweater. He paired it with a white tank top, light-coloured trousers, a Louis Vuitton belt, layered diamond jewellery and Louis Vuitton sunglasses.

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Asake wore a fitted black T-shirt with black jeans, a brown leather belt and brown Timberland boots. The earth-toned accessories gave color to the otherwise monochrome outfit, staying true to the singer’s streetwear-inspired style while remaining appropriate for the occasion.

During the event, videos shared online showed Wizkid and Asake greeting each other with a warm embrace before spending time with other guests, including Pharrell Williams. The interaction quickly gained attention across social media, with many fans celebrating the meeting of two of Nigeria’s biggest music exports at one of fashion’s most recognised events.

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Their appearance at Paris Men’s Fashion Week reflects the growing relationship between African music and global luxury fashion.

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Nancy Isime Reveals She May Not Have Children.

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Nigerian actress and television host Nancy Isime has ignited online discussions after sharing her thoughts on parenthood, suggesting that she may choose not to have children.

The media personality made the remarks during a recent appearance on the “Thanks For Coming” podcast when she was asked about the number of children she hopes to have in the future. Instead of giving a direct answer, Isime reflected on the realities of life and the responsibilities that come with raising a child.

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According to her, the challenges people face daily have influenced the way she thinks about bringing children into the world. She questioned whether having children is always the ultimate expression of love, arguing that life often comes with struggles that no one can completely avoid.

During the discussion, Isime pointed to the pressures many individuals deal with, including emotional, financial and personal difficulties. She suggested that anyone considering parenthood must also think about the kind of world future generations will inherit. Her comments reflected a broader conversation that has gained attention globally, as some people increasingly weigh social and economic realities when making decisions about starting a family.

Despite her remarks, the actress did not say she has completely ruled out having children. Instead, she explained that her views are shaped by what she sees as the realities and responsibilities of bringing a child into the world, adding that every generation experiences its own form of hardship.

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The interview quickly drew attention on social media, where clips of her comments circulated widely. While some users agreed with her perspective on the challenges of parenthood, others disagreed, arguing that the decision to have children is deeply personal.

Isime’s comments have continued to generate discussion online, with many viewers sharing differing opinions on her stance. However, the actress’s remarks stopped short of confirming a final decision, leaving her comments as a reflection on her current outlook rather than a definitive statement about whether she will become a mother.

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Ini Dima-Okojie Welcomes a Baby Boy and Marks Her Birthday as a New Mum

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 Ini Dima-Okojie announced the birth of her baby boy with husband Abasi Ene-Obong on Wednesday, and the way she broke the news was nothing like what her fans would expect. She turned 36 on June 24, 2026, and instead of her usual birthday routine, she shared something far more personal.

Those who follow Ini on Instagram know her birthday posts are always an elaborate affair;themed concepts, and carefully planned photoshoots. This year, none of that happened. She posted a few simple hospital photos of herself holding her newborn son, with a heartfelt caption.

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“Every year, my birthday comes with a photoshoot, glam, and a carefully planned concept. This year, none of that felt quite right. Instead, I’m sharing a photo from the day my son was born. The day my life changed forever. Because as special as every birthday has been, this one feels different. This year, I celebrate as a mother,” she wrote.

She did not stop there. “There is no role I have ever played that has humbled me, stretched me, challenged me, or filled my heart quite like this one. These past weeks have been some of the most beautiful, overwhelming, exhausting, and rewarding of my life.”

She called her son “the cutest boy with the sweetest dimples” and said getting to know him has been “the greatest gift.” She also admitted motherhood gave her a new respect for every woman raising a child. “The newborn phase is no joke, and I definitely didn’t fully understand what was waiting for me. But even on the hardest days, I wouldn’t trade this journey for anything.”

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She wrapped it all up with: “I feel incredibly grateful that God chose me for this responsibility. Today, I celebrate another year of life, but even more than that, I celebrate the privilege of being his mum.”

Ini had announced her pregnancy back in April, sharing a post of herself in a flowing white gown showing off her baby bump. The comments section has since been filled with warm congratulations from fans and Nollywood colleagues sharing their love and well wishes for the new family.

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