The prestigious Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) returned in grand style for its 11th edition, lighting up Lagos with an unforgettable night of glitz, glamour, and high-octane celebration of African storytelling.
Held in the heart of Nigeria’s entertainment capital, at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites, the star-studded ceremony brought together a glittering array of Africa’s finest filmmakers, actors, and creatives, all gathered under one roof to honour the very best in television and film.
As expected, the event delivered the elegance and spectacle that fans have come to love, with red carpet fashion moments that turned heads, emotional acceptance speeches, and thrilling performances that kept the audience on their feet.
Leading the winners’ circle were Lisabi: The Uprising and Seven Doors, which stole the show with multiple awards, solidifying their place as cinematic masterpieces of the year. Both productions were widely celebrated for their compelling storytelling, powerful performances, and high production value setting new standards for African cinema.
The night also featured touching tributes, special recognition awards, and moments of unity that highlighted the rich cultural tapestry and growing global influence of the African film industry.
The 2025 AMVCA wasn’t just a celebration of winners, it was a bold affirmation that African stories, in all their depth and diversity, are thriving and ready to take the world stage.
Below is the full list of winners at the just-concluded AMVCA:
Best Costume Design
Christmas in Lagos — Adedamola Adeyemi WINNER
Best Make-up
Lisabi: The Uprising — Hakeem Onilogbo (Hakeem Effect) WINNER
Best Art Direction
Lisabi: The Uprising – WINNER
Best Sound/Sound Design
Suspicion – WINNER
Best Editing
Inkabi (Tongai Furusa) WINNER
Best Writing in a TV Series
Untying Kantai (Abel Mutua Musyoka) WINNER
Best Writing in a Movie
Blessing Uzzi (Freedom Way) WINNER
Best Short Film
Brukaci – WINNER
Best Indigenous Language Film (Southern Africa)
Mwizukanji – WINNER
Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa)
Makosa Di Tangu – WINNER
Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)
Lisabi: The Uprising – WINNER
Best Cinematography
Leo Purman (The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos) WINNER
Best Digital Content Creator
Iyo Prosper – WINNER
Best Indigenous M-Net Original
Onye Agbata Obim – WINNER
Best Scripted M-Net Original
My Fairytale Wedding – WINNER
Best Unscripted M-Net Original
Nigerian Idol (Season 9) Kassim Suleiman WINNER
Best Score/Music
Tolu Obanro (Seven Doors) WINNER
Best Supporting Actress
Mercy Aigbe (Farmer’s Bride) WINNER
Best Supporting Actor
Gabriel Afolayan (Inside Life) WINNER
Trailblazer Award
Recipient: Kayode Kasum
Industry Merit Award
Recipients: Sani Mu’azu and Nkem Owoh
Best Lead Actress
Chioma Chukwuka (Seven Doors) WINNER
Best Lead Actor
Femi Adebayo (Seven Doors) WINNER
