The 11th edition of the AMVCA took place at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos ,on May 10, 2025. Organised by Multichoice, It was an eventful show as big names in the entertainment industry converged to honour their own. Here are the biggest winners of the ceremony.

Best Cinematography Nominees

• • Yen Ara Asaase Ni (This Is Our Land) — Onasis Gaisie, Michael Sefa, and Apagnawen Annankra
  • Skeleton Coast — Wesley Johnston
  • Lisabi: The Uprising — Barnabas Emordi and Nora Awolowo
  • Soft Love — Ebrahim Hajee
  • Agemo — Papama Tangela
  • Inkabi — Chuanne Blofield

• The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos — Leo Purman (Winner)

Best Digital Content Creator 

• • Jide ‘Pounds’ Ibitoye (Jide Pounds)
  • Dorcas Ariyiike Owolagba (Ariyike Dimples)
  • Elozonam
  • Maryam Apaokagi (Taaooma).

• Iyo Prosper Adokiye (We Listen, We Don’t Judge, Bible Edition) Winner

Best Score/Music

• • Freedom Way — Ahuurra Andrew, Kehinde ‘Louddaaa’ Alabi, and Cobhams Asuquo
  • Skeleton Coast — Chris Letcher
  • Soft Love — Kolade Morankinyo (MPSE) and Efa Iwara (Love and Hate)
  • Inkabi — Seoli Bongani Mashaba

• Seven Doors — Tolu Obanro(TYANX) – Winner

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Best Unscripted Mnet Original

• • Pastor Wants A Wife (Zambia)
  • Overall Best, Husband Material, The Queens of Kopala.
• Nigerian Idol – Winner

Best Supporting Actress

• • Meg Otanwa (Inside Life)
  • Tina Mba (Suspicion)
  • Ireti Doyle (All’s Fair in Love)
  • Ini Dima-Okojie (Skeleton Coast)
  • Omoni Oboli (Wives on Strike 3)
  • Darasimi Nadi (Aburo)

• Mercy Aigbe (Farmer’s Bride – Winner)

Best Supporting Actor

• • Adedayo Adebowale (Lisabi)
  • Aliu Gafar (Seven Doors)
  • Femi Jacobs (Freedom Way)
  • RMD (Christmas in Lagos)
  • Uzor Arukwe (Suspicion)
  • Mike Afolarin (House of Gaa)

• Gabriel Afolayan (Inside Life) – Winner

Trailblazer

Kayode Kasum — Winner

Industry Merit

• Nkem Owoh
• Sani Mu’azu

Best Lead Actor

• • Femi Branch – House of Ga’a
  • Gideon Okeke – Tokunbo
  • Adedimeji Lateef – Lisabi: The Uprising
  • Stan Nze – Suspicion
  • Bucci Franklin – The Weekend
  • Bimbo Manuel – Princess On A Hill
  • Thapelo Makoena – Skeleton Coast

• Femi Adebayo – Seven Doors – Winner

Best Actress

• • Uzoamaka Onuoha – Agemo
  • Hilda Dokudo – The Uprising: Wives On Strike 3
  • GbugbemI Ejeye – Farmer’s Bride
  • Bimbo Ademoye – Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre
  • Uche Montana – Thinline

• Chioma Chukwuka – Seven Doors Winner

Best Multichoice Talent Factory Film

• • Grown
  • Somewhere in Kole
  • Full-Time Husband
  • The 11th Commandment
  • Mfumukazi

• Her Dark Past (Olamide Glover) Winner

Best Series Unscripted

• • Style Magnate
  • Ebuka Turns Up Africa
  • Uzoamaka Tries Palmwine
  • Skillers (The Builders Show)

• Wa Milele? (Forever) — Winner

Best Series Scripted

• • Seven Doors
  • Cheta’M
  • Roses & Ivy
  • Princess On A Hill

• Clarence Peters’ Inside Life — Winner

Best Director

• • Norman Maake – Inkabi
  • Bolanle Austen-Peters – House of Ga’a
  • Femi Adebayo, Adebayo Tijani, Tope Adebayo – Seven Doors
  • Robert O Peters – Skeleton Coast
  • Daniel Emeka Oriahi – The Weekend

• Awam Amkpa – The Man Died — Winner

Best Movie

• • Lisabi: The Uprising
  • Suspicion
  • Inkabi
  • Christmas in Lagos
  • Farmer’s Bride
  • House of Ga’a
  • Skeleton Coast

• Freedom Way — Winner

Best Short Film

• • Sukari
  • In Bloom: ‘Afefe’
  • What Are You Really Afraid Of?
  • The Incredible Sensational Fiancée of Seyi Ajayi

• Brukaci — Winner

Final Thoughts

The AMVCA awards were a colourful event that had big influencers, actors, and big shots in the African movie industry. There were brilliant performances from emerging and known talents, and the show fulfilled all expectations.

The AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night was a bold, beautiful celebration of Africa’s rich fashion heritage, and these 10 stars pulled out all the stops with their traditional ensembles. From regal fabrics to tribal symbolism, here are the standout looks that made us do a double take:

Olivia Okoro

Olivia Okoro at AMVCA 11 2025

Olivia gave us a breathtaking nod to Igbo royalty in a deep crimson velvet gown adorned with intricate gold detailing and dramatic cowrie shell patterns. Her coral beads and matching head wrap completed a look that screamed elegance and deep cultural pride.

Liquorose (Roseline Afije)

Liquorose at AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night

Liquorose served Yoruba glam in a sky-blue fitted gown with a flamboyant hand-painted train featuring birds and leaves. The off-shoulder corset bodice added a modern edge, while her bold orange gele and layered jewelry rooted the look firmly in cultural sophistication.

Saga (Adeoluwa Okusaga)

Saga at AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night

Saga channeled Yoruba royalty in a maroon agbada richly embroidered in matching tones. Paired with tan sokoto trousers, a maroon cap, and a beaded necklace, his look was finished with a carved walking stick that added both presence and poise.

Nelly Mbonu

Nelly at AMVCA 11 2025

Nelly looked ethereal in a scarlet red mermaid gown with shimmering details and a flowing cape-like veil. The gold jewelry and dramatic setting elevated her look to ceremonial status, elegant, regal, and captivating.

Prince Nelson

Prince Nelson at AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night

Prince Nelson showed out in a deep red traditional outfit with intricate embroidery and rich textures. His maroon headgear and stacked bracelets made the whole fit feel opulent, while his pose screamed confidence.

Uche Jombo

Uche Jombo at AMVCA Cultural Night

Uche was a vision in mustard velvet. Her gown sparkled with fiery red crystals and featured voluminous sleeves and a tiered ball skirt. Topped with creamy white beads and a styled updo, she radiated strength and beauty.

Bambam (Bamike Olawunmi Adenibuyan)

Bambam at AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night

Bambam embraced Afrocentric flair in a bold wax print gown bursting with yellow, green, and red hues. The fishtail design and embellished bodice were regal, and her styling, natural light, waterfront view, and layered necklace, added an effortless grace.

Mobimpe (Adebimpe Oyebade Adedimeji)

Mobimpe at AMVCA 11 2025 Cultural Night

Mobimpe stepped out in a navy and gold masterpiece. Her gold-fringed bodice and shimmering striped skirt were pure elegance. The navy headwrap and gold accessories sealed the deal: she looked like modern-day royalty.

Adedimeji Lateef

Lateef Adedimeji at AMVCA 11 2025 Cultural Night

Adedimeji brought dramatic depth in a dark blue robe with gold embroidery and a powder-blue veil. Holding a ceremonial staff and framed by a rich maroon background, his look told a story, mystical, rooted, and powerful.

Venita Akpofure

Venita at AMVCA 11 2025 Cultural Night

Venita gave into high-fashion tradition in a black-and-white beaded gown with a mermaid skirt that flares in striped drama. Her elaborate headwrap and clean, minimalist background let the outfit shine as a timeless cultural statement.

The AMVCA 2025 Cultural Night was more than just a fashion showcase, it was a vibrant celebration of Africa’s diverse heritage and creativity. Each outfit told a story, blending tradition with modern artistry in a way that honored culture while pushing the style envelope. These ten celebrities didn’t just dress up, they showed up and showed out, reminding us why cultural fashion will always be timeless, powerful, and beautiful.

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 The energy at the AMVCA Icons Night was nothing short of electric. As an intro to one of the most anticipated nights in African entertainment, this gathering brought together stars, veterans, and style icons all showing up in looks that turned heads and sparked conversations. The night wasn’t just about flashiness; it was a showcase of personality, creativity, and presence. Let’s take a closer look at how these style stars stole the show with bold statements and elegance.

Rachel Okonkwo

One of the standout moments came from Rachel Okonkwo who wore a sleek blue mini dress that featured subtle ruching at the bodice, paired with a longline tailored coat. The coat was styled with intricate beaded adornments along the lapels and sleeves shimmering details that caught the light with every step, creating a visual rhythm that felt refreshing. Her look was finished with a sleek ponytail, crystal earrings, and a high-gloss red Lady Dior handbag that added contrast and beauty. 

Rachel’s dress was the kind of styling choice that speaks of confidence and a high sense of fashion taste. 

Nkechi Ufundo

Another guest is Nkechi Ufundo popularly known as Nikkyu. She wore a black corset top accented with floral appliqués which is a red rose and a touch of green paired with wide-leg black pants that were delicately designed with matching floral patterns. She wrapped a dark green satin shawl over her shoulders, adding softness and flow to the structured top. Her handbag matched the green flowers perfectly, pulling the entire look together. With long, side-swept waves and makeup that showcased her features just right, her entire outfit was completely balanced and classic. 

Fredric Leonard

At AMVCA night, the men didn’t hold back either. Fredric Leonard commanded attention in his classic navy blue blazer over a crisp white costume. His white tunic-style shirt and trousers gave off a clean, refined look, while the structured blazer added sharpness and made him charming. His accessories were perfectly curated having a gold wristwatch, minimalist gold chain, and tinted sunglasses exuded nothing short of handsome. Frederick didn’t need to say much, his style did all the speaking.

Chizzy Alichy

Next is our very own Chizzy who just stepped out after months due to motherhood but she ate the event with her dress and left no crumbs. She opted for a flowing black gown as the new mum that she is. The dress featured a beautiful gold bodice peeking through, adding a touch of elegance to the overall look. The fabric was pooling gracefully around her feet and that was simply amazing. She kept her accessories minimal with gold bangles, allowing the dress to take center stage. Her sleek, black bob hairstyle framed her face beautifully, and her radiant smile completed the chic look. 

Tana Adelana

Lastly, we had the phenomenal Tana Adelana. Her outfit featured a black sequined top with voluminous, cuffed long sleeves and a hint of sheer fabric. This was perfectly paired with a sleek, black, knee-length pencil skirt with a modest front slit. The look was accessorized with a sparkling, boxy clutch and eye-catching, multi-colored, bejeweled ankle-strap heels. Her hair was elegantly pulled back into a sleek ponytail, drawing attention to her striking features, enhanced by flawless makeup and silver earrings. 

Her choice of outfit was elegant perfect for a night of celebrating icons.

Icons Night reminded everyone why fashion matters in moments like these. It’s more than fabrics, it’s a form of expression, a celebration of identity. Each person brought a different flavor to the table, and that’s what made the night so electric.

With the main AMVCA ceremony just around the corner, this stylish warm-up already has us on the edge of our seats. If this was the appetizer, we can’t wait for the main course.

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