Entertainment

AMVCA Returns for 12th Edition as Full Nominees List Drops

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2 months ago

May 8, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is back for its 12th edition in 2026.

The nominees list has officially been released, and it has been announced that the award show will take place on May 9.

Several actors, actresses, filmmakers, and digital creators received nominations across different categories.

Some of the nominations include:

Best Digital Content Creator

(Elozonam Ogbolu, Genoveva Umeh, Akwaman, Destiny Ogie Osarewinda, Emmanuel Kanaga, Sophia Chisom, Benedict Ehimare Oriaifo, Taaooma, Steve Chuks)

Best Supporting Actor

(Simileoluwa Hassan – The Yard, Lateef Adedimeji – Gingerrr, Gabriel Afolayan – Colours Of Fire, Bucci Franklin – To Kill A Monkey, Femi Adebayo – King of Thieves 2, Lateef Adedimeji – Red Circle, Femi Branch – Owambe Thieves, Uzor Arukwe – Behind The Scenes)

Best Supporting Actress

(Linda Ejiofor – The Herd, Olamide Kidbaby – Oversabi Aunty, Bisola Aiyeola – Gingerrr, Sola Sobowale – The Covenant, Nadia Dutch – Aljana, Amal Umar – The Herd, Juliebrenda Nyambura – MTV Shuga Mashariki, Funke Akindele – Behind The Scenes)

Best Lead Actor

(Mike Ezuruonye – Oversabi Aunty, Lateef Adedimeji – Lisabi: A Legend Is Born, William Benson – To Kill A Monkey, Kanayo O. Kanayo – Grandpa Must Obey, Khumbuza Meyiwa – Bet I Love You, Uzor Arukwe – Colours Of Fire, Wale Ojo – 3 Cold Dishes, Femi Branch – Red Circle)

Best Lead Actress

(Linda Ejiofor – The Serpent’s Gift, Bimbo Akintola – To Kill A Monkey, Ifeoma Fafunwa – The Lost Days, Ariyike Owolagba – Something About The Briggs, Sola Sobowale – Her Excellency, Scarlet Gomez – Behind The Scenes, Genoveva Umeh – The Herd, Gloria Anozie-Young – Mother of the Bride)

And so on.

Entertainment

‘Our Aunties No Get Problem’ — Phyna Reflects On Marriage After Turning 30

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5 hours ago

July 10, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Nigerian reality TV star Phyna has spoken about how her perception of marriage has changed since turning 30.

She revealed that reaching the milestone made her reflect on how she used to view older unmarried women when she was younger.

She said “I remember that time all those my aunties that were in their early 30s and were not married. I’d be like, ‘Auntie, you no go marry? Auntie, you no marry?’ Back then, it looked like the auntie had a problem.”

“Guys. Guys. We sef don dey touch am o. Auntie no get problem. I swear. Our aunties, they no get problem. No single problem.”

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‘I Refuse To Be Another Woman’s Problem’ — Nkechi Blessing

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5 hours ago

July 10, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has shared her thoughts on dating married men.

Taking to social media, the actress stated that she could never be involved with a married man and explained why.

She wrote “Imagine leaving your husband only to go become a side piece to another woman’s husband. Thunder go really fire some of una… you see me and my younger guys? Leave us alone. I refuse to be the reason for another woman’s tears and sadness.”

She added that she would rather date younger men than become involved with another woman’s husband.

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‘Get Your PVC’ — Stan Nze Urges Nigerians To Vote

Published

6 hours ago

July 10, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Nollywood actor Stan Nze has spoken about the upcoming 2027 general election while reacting to politician and presidential candidate Peter Obi.

He shared that listening to Peter Obi speak about Nigeria gave him hope that the country could have better leadership.

He said “I saw this video yesterday and it really broke me. It did things to me that I cannot even express. No one should be made to go through these things simply because they want to lead and see Nigeria become better.”

He also encouraged Nigerians to obtain their PVCs and participate in the 2027 election.