Entertainment
10th AMVCA: “Breath of Life” wins big
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10th AMVCA: “Breath of Life” wins big
Nigerian film, “Breath of Life”, has won major categories in the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).
The film, produced in 2023 by BB Sasore and Derin Adeyokunnu secured wins for Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Sound Design, Best Director, and the most coveted award of the night – Best Movie.
The AMVCA is an annual award presented by MultiChoice, recognising outstanding achievements in television and film.
The event started on Thursday with a night of icons and a vibrant Cultural Day celebration on Friday.
On Saturday, the 10th anniversary of the award continued at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, hosted by television personality, Ikponmwosa Osakioduwa.
Veteran Actress, Idowu Philips, known as Iya Rainbow”, was honoured with the ‘Industry Merit Award’.
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Richard Mofe-Damijo, a veteran Nollywood actor, was also announced as joint winner of the Industry Merit Award of the 10th edition of the AMVCA.
Reesponding, Philips said, “I thank God that I am still alive. 1942 till now, I thank God. I dedicate the award to my creator, my late husband, Augustine Ayanfemi, my childen, my fans and my friends. Thank you all.”
Mofe-Damijo said: “AMVCA thank you. This is completely unexpected. Every actor, producer, writer and all need someone who can trust in them, I have been blessed by being supported by young people. I thank you.”
Femi Adebayo’s Jagun Jagun clinched the ‘Best Indigenous Language West Africa’.
Receiving the award, Adebayo said: “Thank you AMVCA and all the cast and crew of Jagun Jagun. We are unstoppable, we are going harder.”
Below is a list of winners at the 10th AMVCA:
Best Writing Award: Volume
Best writing movie: Fumilayo Ransome Kuti – Tunde Babalola
Best Sound Design: Grey Jones Ossai x2 (Breathe of Life and Blood Vessel)
Best Editing: Antonio Ribeiro
Best Indigenous West Africa. Femi Adebayo Jagun Jagun
Best Digital Content: Layi Wasabi
Best Short Film: Broken Mask
Best Unscripted M-Net Original: Nwuyee Bekee (Foreign Wives)
Best Scripted: Slum King
Best Makeup: Mami Wata (Campbell Precious Arebamen)
Best Art Direction: Over the bridge
Best Costume Design: Jagun Jagun (Lola Awe)
Best Supporting Actress: Genoveva Umeh (Breath of Life
Best Supporting Actor: Ademola Adedoyin (Breath of Life)
Best Cinematography: Over the bridge
Best Indigenous MNet Original: Irora Iya
Trailblazer Award: Chimezie Imo
Industry Merit Awards: Iya Rainbow aka Idowu Philips and Richard Mofe Damijo
Best Lead Actress: Kehinde Bankole (Adire)
Best Lead Actor: Wale Ojo (Breath of Life)
Best MultiChoice Talent Factory Movie: Our Dark Past
Best Series (Unscripted): Gh Queens (s2)
Best Series Scripted: Itura
Best Director: BB Sasore (Breath of Life)
Best Movie: Breath of Life
Speaking at the event, Dr Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice, said that the AMVCA was created to honour exceptional achievements in television and film across the continent.
”We are excited to have been able to keep that fire burning through 10 editions.
“Year after year, we have received numerous entries and can attest to the growth in the quality of submissions with each edition.
“While this year’s edition is a milestone edition as it is the 10th, it is also a testament to the growth the film industry in Africa has experienced.
“We congratulate all the winners and nominees who have put in the incredible work. We’ll also like to say a big thank you to everyone in the African film industry. You have all made us proud,” she said.
The reports gathered that this year’s edition had 27 categories, with 16 non-voting and nine audience voting categories, and the winners were selected by a jury led by ace filmmaker and head judge, Femi Odugbemi.
Some of the visible works from the awards include ‘Breath of Life’ and ‘Jagun Jagun’, winning multiple awards.
Shaffy Bello and Seyi Sodimu mesmerised the audience with their 1999 produced music, “Love Me Jeje”.
Victory Gbakara, 2023 winner of the Nigerian Idol did a performance while renowned artistes like KCee, Awilo, Chike and Adekunle Gold also thrilled the audience.
10th AMVCA: “Breath of Life” wins big
Entertainment
BBNaija S9: ‘Radicals’ duo evicted from reality show
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BBNaija S9: ‘Radicals’ duo evicted from reality show
The ‘Radicals’ team, consisting of housemates Fairme David and Michky, has been evicted from the ongoing Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ season 9.
The pair was eliminated during Sunday’s live show after securing the lowest vote count from the audience. Host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu announced the results, revealing that the duo received only 10.38 per cent of the votes.
In comparison, fellow housemates WanniXHandi and Aces garnered 32.15 per cent and 17.73 per cent, respectively.
Fairme David, a 29-year-old graduate of the University of Abuja from Delta State, is known for his love of dancing, hiking, football, and video games. His partner, Michky, a 24-year-old from Edo State, is a professional dancer and a University of Calabar graduate.
The season kicked off on July 28 with 28 housemates. As of now, 16 contestants remain in the competition, battling for the N100 million grand prize. The show is set to conclude on October 6.
Africa
Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 Crowned Amidst Dual-Nationality Controversy
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Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 Crowned Amidst Dual-Nationality Controversy
Chidinma Adetshina has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 at the grand finale of the annual beauty pageant held in Lagos on Saturday, August 31. The 23-year-old law student from Taraba State outshone four other finalists to claim the coveted title.
Despite facing controversy surrounding her dual-nationality, Chidinma demonstrated resilience throughout the competition. She emerged victorious after passing several rounds, including a first round where 24 contestants competed for the crown.
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In the final-five round, Chidinma competed against Miss Rivers, Nyekachi Douglas; Miss Anambra, Paula Ezendu; Miss Edo, Edeifo Brittany; and Miss Ondo, Ayegbidun Peace Olamide. Following a rigorous evaluation, Chidinma secured the top spot, with Miss Anambra as the first runner-up and Miss Ondo as the second runner-up, also named Miss Lush.
Chidinma’s win comes just days after she opened up about her struggles with dual-nationality and the identity crisis she faced. In an interview on Cool FM with former Big Brother Naija star Tacha, she shared how she overcame the emotional toll caused by her removal from the Miss South Africa competition due to allegations of fraud and identity theft involving her mother.
Chidinma revealed that she found strength by shifting her mindset and learning to cope with the controversy that surrounded her identity.
Entertainment
25 Contestants Vie for Miss Universe Nigeria Crown Tonight in Lagos
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25 Contestants Vie for Miss Universe Nigeria Crown Tonight in Lagos
The grand finale of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 will take place tonight at Eko Hotels & Suites, Lagos, where 25 contestants will compete for the prestigious crown.
This year’s winner will not only walk away with ₦10 million in cash and other prizes but will also represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe pageant in Mexico this November. The first runner-up will be given the opportunity to participate in the Miss Supranational pageant.
Among the contestants to watch is Chidinma Adetshina, representing Taraba State. She gained attention after withdrawing from the Miss South Africa 2024 competition, following debates about her eligibility due to her nationality. Her return to the stage has generated much anticipation for tonight’s event.
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