See the full list of AMVCA 2026 winners as Linda Ejiofor, Bucci Franklin, Uzor Arukwe, and other stars win big at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in Lagos.
Philips News reports that the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) delivered another unforgettable night of glamour, emotional speeches, and major wins as some of Africa’s biggest movie stars gathered in Lagos to celebrate excellence in film and television. This year’s ceremony saw standout performances rewarded, with Linda Ejiofor, Bucci Franklin, and Uzor Arukwe emerging among the night’s biggest winners.
Held in Lagos on Saturday, the prestigious awards recognised outstanding achievements across acting, directing, filmmaking, costume, cinematography, and digital storytelling. Several fan-favourite films also secured major wins, further proving Nollywood’s growing influence across Africa.
Among the most talked-about moments of the night was Linda Ejiofor’s win for Best Supporting Actress, while Bucci Franklin clinched Best Supporting Actor, and Uzor Arukwe earned Best Lead Actor honours, cementing their status among Nollywood’s brightest stars in 2026.
Full List of AMVCA 2026 Winners
Best Digital Content Creator
- Leave to Live
Best Indigenous Language (North Africa)
- Our Memories
Best Indigenous Language (East Africa)
- Addis Fikir – Leul Shoaferaw (Winner)
Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)
- Lisabi (A Legend Is Born) – Lateef Adedimeji (Winner)
Best Costume Design
- Colours of Fire – Valerie Okeke (Winner)
Best Makeup
- Warlord – Hakeem Onilogbo (Winner)
Best Art Direction
- Colours of Fire – Ajamolaya Bunmi (Winner)
Best Sound / Sound Design
- My Father’s Shadow – Pius Fatoke & CJ Mirra (Winner)
Best Cinematography
- To Kill a Monkey – Kabelo Thathe (Winner)
Best Supporting Actress
- Linda Ejiofor – The Herd (Winner)
Best Supporting Actor
- Bucci Franklin – To Kill a Monkey (Winner)
Best Lead Actress
- Linda Ejiofor – The Serpent’s Gift (Winner)
Best Lead Actor
- Uzor Arukwe – Colours of Fire (Winner).
Linda Ejiofor, Bucci Franklin, Uzor Arukwe Shine
This year’s AMVCA belonged to stars who delivered standout performances on screen. Linda Ejiofor enjoyed a memorable night, securing a major acting win, while Bucci Franklin’s performance in “To Kill a Monkey” earned him one of the biggest acting honours of the evening. Uzor Arukwe also continued his impressive rise in Nollywood after taking home the award for Best Lead Actor.
Top Winners at AMVCA 2026
Best Supporting Actress
- Linda Ejiofor – The Herd (Winner)
Best Supporting Actor
- Bucci Franklin – To Kill a Monkey (Winner)
Best Lead Actor
- Uzor Arukwe – Colours of Fire (Winner)
Best Lead Actress
- Linda Ejiofor – The Serpent’s Gift (Winner).
Meanwhile, PhilipsNews reports that the AMVCA remains one of Africa’s most prestigious entertainment events, celebrating excellence in storytelling and recognising talents shaping the continent’s film industry. With the 2026 edition still generating reactions online, fans are already looking ahead to next year’s competition.








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