The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has unveiled its nominees for the 12th edition, with “Gingerrr” and “The Herd” topping the list with 9 and 8 nominations, respectively. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on May 9, 2026.

Top Nominees:

– Best Lead Actor:

    – Mike Ezuruonye – Oversabi Aunty

    – Lateef Adedimeji – Lisabi: A Legend Is Born

    – William Benson – To Kill A Monkey

    – Kanayo O. Kanayo – Grandpa Must Obey

– Best Lead Actress:

    – Linda Ejiofor – The Serpent’s Gift

    – Bimbo Akintola – To Kill A Monkey

    – Ifeoma Fafunwa – The Lost Days

    – Ariyike Owolagba – Something About The Briggs

– Best Supporting Actor:

    – Simileoluwa Hassan – The Yard

    – Lateef Adedimeji – Gingerrr

    – Gabriel Afolayan – Colours Of Fire

    – Bucci Franklin – To Kill A Monkey

– Best Supporting Actress:

    – Linda Ejiofor – The Herd

    – Olamide Kidbaby – Oversabi Aunty

    – Bisola Aiyeola – Gingerrr

    – Sola Sobowale – The Covenant

Veteran actress Joke Silva has been appointed Head Judge, succeeding Femi Odugbemi. The nominees were announced live on Africa Magic channels, hosted by actor Chimezie Imo.