Actress Uche Montana emerged winner of the Trailblazer Award at the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in Lagos on Saturday, May 9. The award recognizes emerging talent making a significant impact in the African film and digital storytelling industry. Montana was honoured for her work across television and online platforms like YouTube, where she has gained attention for both acting...
Actress Linda Ejiofor made history on Saturday, May 9, at the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), after she became the first actress to win two major acting awards in a single night (Best Lead Actress and Best Supporting Actress). The AMVCA 12th edition, hosted by Bovi Ugboma and Nomzamo Mbatha, held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, brought together some...
It was nothing short of a traditional and epic extravaganza as the 2026 cultural night of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was held on Friday, May 8, at the Balmoral Convention Center, Victoria Island, Lagos, under the theme “Honoring Craft, Celebrating Culture.” The 12th AMVCA Cultural Night saw female celebrities step out in richly detailed outfits that blended...
Reality TV star and winner of Big Brother Naija All Stars, Ilebaye Odiniya, is at the center of online conversations following reports of an alleged assault involving her father, Hon. Emmanuel Godson Odiniya, an Abuja-based politician. The 22-year-old Kogi State indigene sparked widespread alarm around midnight on Friday, May 7, when she went live on Instagram, desperately crying for help...
Uche Montana is a popular Nigerian actress, model, screenwriter, film producer, and content creator. As she turns a year older, here are some facts to know about her. 1. She was born Uche Frances Nwaefuna on May 8, 1997, in Lagos State and raised in Festac Town. 2. She hails from Ibusa town in Delta State. 3. She grew up in a close-knit...
Come Saturday, May 9, 2026, South African actress Nomzano Mbatha, alongside comedian Bovi Ugboma, will be co-hosts for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). They replace long-time host IK Osakioduwa, ending his 11-year run as host and marking a new era for the prestigious African film awards. Here are some facts about the actress, accountant, television personality, businesswoman, and human...
The Met Gala 2026 once again proved why it remains the most anticipated fashion night globally. With the theme “Costume Art” and the corresponding dress code “Fashion Is Art,” celebrities showed up in boundary-pushing outfits that blurred the line between style and performance. From sheer fabrics to sculptural masterpieces, here are 7 of the most daring looks from the Met Gala 2026 that...
Olakunle Churchill’s personal life has often sparked public interest, especially his relationships and marriages. Over the years, the businessman and philanthropist has been married three times, with each union drawing varying levels of media attention. From a largely private first marriage to a highly publicized relationship with a Nollywood star and now another crashed union, here’s a detailed look at...
The Best Supporting Actress category at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2026 is packed with talent, star power, and unforgettable performances. From seasoned Nollywood icons and fan favorites to rising stars, this year’s nominees brought depth, emotion, humour, and intensity to their roles. Here is a look at the eight women nominated for Best Supporting Actress and the...
Olamide Raheeda Okoya, the daughter of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya and Folasade Okoya, got engaged to Imran Saro Gobir at the Okoyas’ family home in Lagos on Saturday, April 25. The groom is the son of the late Ambassador Abubakar Garba Gobir, a former Nigerian diplomat who served as Nigeria’s ambassador to Iraq. The ceremony, which combined a traditional introduction with a...