Veteran actress Sola Sobowale was honored with the prestigious Industry Merit Award at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held on Saturday night in Lagos alongside Kanayo O. Kanayo.
The non-competitive award, presented annually by Africa Magic, recognizes veterans who have made exceptional and enduring contributions to African film and television through acting, directing, producing, mentorship, and the advancement of the industry.
This year’s recipients were celebrated for careers spanning more than three decades, during which they have played pivotal roles in shaping Nollywood’s growth into one of the world’s most influential film industries.
Sobowale joins a list of other female celebrities like Patience Ozokwor, Amaka Igwe, and Bukky Ajayi, who are also recipients of the award.
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Born on December 26, 1965, in Ifon, Ondo State, Sola Sobowale is widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished actresses. A versatile performer, producer and director, she began her acting career in the early 1990s and quickly gained prominence through television and stage productions, including The Village Headmaster and Mirror in the Sun.
Her breakthrough came in 2001 when she portrayed the unforgettable character “Toyin Tomato” in Super Story: Oh Father, Oh Daughter, a role that cemented her place in the hearts of millions of viewers.
Sobowale’s career reached new heights with her commanding portrayal of Eniola Salami in King of Boys, a performance that earned her Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Her extensive filmography also includes The Wedding Party, Aníkúlápó, Battle on Buka Street and Her Excellency.