Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2025: Full List of Nominees Sparks Intense Reactions

The highly anticipated nominations for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) have been unveiled, setting the stage for what promises to be a fiercely contested battle among Africa’s finest in film, television, and digital content. With projects released between January 1 and December 31, 2024, the selection showcases an impressive array of talent and storytelling prowess across various categories.

Among the standout contenders, Lisabi: The Uprising, Skeleton Coast, House of Ga’a, and Freedom Way have emerged as dominant forces, securing multiple nominations, including Best Movie and Best Director.

Top Acting Categories

The Best Lead Actor category is stacked with some of Nollywood’s finest, featuring Gideon Okeke (Tokunbo), Stan Nze (Suspicion), Femi Adebayo (Seven Doors), and Adedimeji Lateef (Lisabi: The Uprising). These seasoned actors will battle it out for the prestigious award, each having delivered powerful performances that left audiences in awe.

On the other hand, the Best Lead Actress category sees a stellar lineup, including Chioma Chukwuka (Seven Doors), Bimbo Ademoye (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre), and Uche Montana (Thinline), all of whom have been recognized for their compelling roles in some of the year’s most talked-about films.

Fan-Favorite Categories and Industry Buzz

The digital space is also well represented, with the Best Digital Content Creator category featuring talents like Iyo Prosper Adokiye, Maryam Apakagi-Greene, and Elozonam Ogbolu. As social media continues to play a major role in content creation, this category is expected to be one of the most closely watched.

In addition, the Best Multichoice Talent Factory Movie category highlights emerging talents from across Africa, reinforcing the AMVCA’s commitment to nurturing young filmmakers. Titles such as Gone (West Africa), Everything Light Touches (West Africa), and The Immersive Alarm (East Africa) made the cut.

Biggest Showdowns and Surprises

The Best Director category is another highlight, with Robert O Peters (Skeleton Coast), Norman Maake (Inkabi), Bolanle Austen-Peters (House of Ga’a), and Femi Adebayo (Seven Doors) competing for the prestigious accolade. With each director bringing a unique touch to their respective films, this category is expected to be highly competitive.

Meanwhile, the Best Movie category features an exciting mix of epic blockbusters and critically acclaimed productions, including Lisabi: The Uprising, Skeleton Coast, Suspicion, Inkabi, House of Ga’a, Freedom Way, and Christmas in Lagos.

Full List of Nominees

Best Digital Content Creator

• Iyo Prosper Adokiye
• Maryam Apakagi-Greene
• Elozonam Ogbolu, Hoviare Freedom, Chiamaka Uzokwe
• Jide Pounds Ibitoye
• Ariyiikedimples, Brain Jotter

Best Movie

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

Best Director

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

Best Lead Actor

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

Best Lead Actress

• Chioma Chukwuka – Seven Doors
• Gbugbemi Ejeye – Farmer’s Bride
• Uzoamaka Onuoha – Agemo
• Uche Montana – Thinline
• Uzoamaka Aniunoh – Phoenix Fury
• Hilda Dokubo – The Uprising: Wives On Strike 3
• Bimbo Ademoye – Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre

(Additional nominees for other categories omitted for brevity.)

What’s Next?

The 2025 AMVCA promises to be a night of glitz, glamour, and well-deserved recognition for the best in African entertainment. With some categories too close to call, fans and industry insiders are eagerly anticipating the final results.

Voting lines are now open, and the audience is encouraged to support their favorite nominees. As the countdown to the awards night begins, the excitement continues to build, with predictions and debates already dominating social media discussions.

Who will take home the prestigious AMVCA trophies? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain—this year’s edition will go down as one of the most competitive and talked-about in the history of the awards.