Entertainment
Complete List of Winners at the 2024 AMVCA
The 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCAs) captivated audiences nationwide and beyond.
The 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCAs) captivated audiences nationwide and beyond.
This annual award, organized by MultiChoice, celebrates excellence in the television and film industry.
Reported by Afric Showbiz, the event took place on Saturday at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos State.
Notable contenders this year include:
- “Over the Bridge” with 12 nominations
- “Mami Wata,” a black-and-white fantasy thriller, with 11 nominations
- “Breath of Life” and “Jagun Jagun – The Warrior,” each with 10 nominations
Below is the list of winners for the AMVCA 2024.
Best Editing
Best Makeup
Francesca Otaigbe (“Over the Bridge”)
Campbell Precious (“Mami Wata”) – Winner
Hadizat Gambo (“Mojisola”)
Hakeem Onilogbo (“Jagun Jagun – The Warrior”)
Feyisayo Oyebisi (“A Tribe Called Judah”)
Best Art Direction
“Blood Vessel” (Victor Akpan)
“Over The Bridge” (Abisola Omolade) – Winner
“Breath of Life” (Okechukwu Frost Nwankwo, Kelechi Odu)
“The Black Book” (Pat Nebo and Chima Temple)
“Jagun Jagun: The Warrior” (Tunji Afolayan)
“Mami Wata” (C.J Fiery Obasi)
“Omen” (Eve Martin)
Best Costume Design
Demola Adeyemi (“Over The Bridge”)
Bolanle Austin Peters, Ituen Basi, Folake Coker, and Clement Effanga (“Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti”)
Lola Awe (“Jagun Jagun: The Warrior”) – Winner
Bunmi Demilola Fashina (“Mami Wata”)
Daniel Obasi (“Breath of Life”)
Best Writing TV Series
“Skinny Girl in Transit” (Season 7)
“Wura” (Season 2)
“Visa on Arrival”
“MTV Shuga Naija”
“Volume” – Winner
“Masquerades of Aniedo”
“Slum King”
Best Writing in a Movie
“Breath of Life” (BB Sasore)
“Over The Bridge” (Tosin Otudeko)
“Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti” (Tunde Babalola) – Winner
“Jagun Jagun: The Warrior” (Adebayo Tijani)
“Afamefuna” (Anyanwu Sandra Adaora)
“A Tribe Called Judah” (Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele, Collins Okoh, and Akinlabi Ishola)
“Mami Wata” (CJ Fiery Obasi)
Best Sound Design
Ava Momoh (“Over the Bridge”)
Daniel Pellerin and Amin Bhatia (“Kipkemboi”)
Grey Jones Ossai (“Blood Vessel”) – Winner
Grey Jones Ossai (“Breath of Life”)
Samy Bardet (“Mami Wata”)
Best Editing
Chuka Ejorh And Onyekachi Banjo (“Over The Bridge”)
Holmes Awa (“Breath of Life”)
Alex Kamau And Victor Obok (“Volume”)
Dayo Nathaniel (“Ogeere – Earth”)
Antonio Ribeiro (“The Black Book”) – Winner
Nathan Delannoy (“Mami Wata”)
Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)
“Mami Wata” (CJ Fiery Obasi)
“Jagun Jagun” (Femi Adebayo) – Winner
“Ijogbon” (Kunle Afolayan)
“Orisa” (Odunlade Adekola)
“Nana Akoto” (Kwabena Gyansah)
Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa)
Where The River Divides
Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One) – Winner
Wandongwa
Nakupenda
Itifaki
Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa)
Service To Heart
Uncle Limbani
Motshameko O Kotsi – Winner
Best Documentary
Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One)
Lobola, A Bride’s True Price? – Winner
Empalikino (Forgiveness)
The Water Manifesto: Osun (Water for Gold)
Sowing Hope
Best Cinematography
Mami Wata (Lílis Soares)
Blood Vessel (Gideon Chukwu)
Over The Bridge (KC Obiajulu) – Winner
Breath of Life (Ola Cardoso)
Jagun Jagun – The Warrior (Adeoluwa Owu)
Ijogbon – Chaos (Adekunle Nodash Adejuyigbe)
Omen (Joachim Philippe)
Best Indigenous M-Net Original
The Passenger
Nana Akoto
Apo
Irora Iya – Winner
Love Transfusion (Kiapo Cha Damu)
Best Digital Content
National Treasure – Adebola Adeyela (Lizzy Jay)
Medical Negligence and Copyright Infringement – Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola (Layi Wasabi) – Winner
Hello Neighbour – Elozonam Ogbolu, Lina Idoko, and Jemima Osunde
The Boyfriend – Maryam Apaokagi-Greene
Best Short Film
T’egbon T’aburo
Broken Mask – Winner
Eighteenth Year
Man and Masquerades
A Place Called Forward
Best Unscripted M-Net Original
What Will People Say
The Irabors’ Forever After
Nwuyee Bekee (Foreign Wives) – Winner
Date My Family Zambia
Royal Qlique (Season 2)
Best Scripted M-Net Original
Slum King – Winner
Half Open Window
Itura
The Passenger
Magic Room
Best Supporting Actress
Joke Silva (Over the Bridge)
Fathia Williams (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior)
Bimbo Akintola (The Black Book)
Genoveva Umeh (Breath of Life) – Winner
Eliane Umuhire (Omen)
Tana Adelana (Ijogbon – Chaos)
Ejiro Onojaife (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi)
Best Supporting Actor
Alexx Ekubo (Afamefuna)
Demola Adedoyin (Breath of Life) – Winner
Itele d Icon (Jagun Jagun: The Warrior)
Gregory Ojefua (This is Life)
Timini Egbuson (A Tribe Called Judah)
Levi Chikere (Blood Vessel)
Ropo Ewenla (Over the Bridge)
Trailblazer Award
Chimezie Imo – Winner
Industry Merit Award
Idowu Philips (Iya Rainbow) – Winner
Richard Mofe-Damijo – Winner
Best Lead Actress
Segilola Ogidan (Over the Bridge)
Lucie Debay (Omen)
Omowunmi Dada (Asiri Ade)
Ireti Doyle (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi
Adaobi Dibor (Blood Vessel)
Evelyne Ily (Mami Wata)
Kehinde Bankole (Adire) – Winner
Funke Akindele (A Tribe Called Judah)
Best Lead Actor
Wale Ojo (Breath of Life) – WINNER
Stan Nze (Afamefuna)
Marc Zinga (Omen)
Gideon Okeke (Egun)
David Ezekiel (Blood Vessel)
Richard Mofe Damijo (The Black Book)
Adedimeji Lateef (Jagun Jagun — The Warrior)
Gabriel Afolayan (This is Lagos)
Best Multichoice Talent Factory Movie
Grown
Her Dark Past – WINNER
Somewhere in Kole
Full Time Husband
The 11th Commandment
Mfumukazi
Best Unscripted Series
Lol Naija (Season 1)
Nightlife In Lasgidi
The Real Housewives Of Lagos (Season 2)
Gh Queens (Season 2) – WINNER
Mutale Mwanza Unscripted (Season 1)
Best Scripted Series
Volume
Wura (Season 2)
Slum King
Itura – WINNER
Chronicles
Best Director
Moses Inwang (Blood Vessel)
Adebayo Tijani And Tope Adebayo (Jagun Jagun — The Warrior)
BB Sasore (Breath of Life) – WINNER
Johnscott Enah (Half Heaven)
C.J. Fiery Obasi (Mami Wata)
Kayode Kasum (Afamefuna)
Tolu Ajayi (Over The Bridge)
Best Movie
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti
Breath of Life – WINNER
Over The Bridge
Blood Vessel
A Tribe Called Judah
The Black Book
Mami Wata
Entertainment
“My son is not the monster” Diddy’s mother Break’s silence amid son’s s€x trafficking allegations
‘Sean “Diddy” Combs’ mother, Janice Combs, has publicly defended her son as he faces serious charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and sexual assault.
‘Sean “Diddy” Combs’ mother, Janice Combs, has publicly defended her son as he faces serious charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and sexual assault.
She issued a statement through her lawyer, Natalie G. Figgers, condemning the public treatment of her son before he has had his day in court.
In the statement, Janice said:
“It is heartbreaking to see my son judged not for the truth, but for a narrative created out of lies. To bear witness what seems to be like a public lynching of my son before he has had the opportunity to prove his innocence is a pain too unbearable to put into words.”
While defending her son, Janice Combs admitted that he has made mistakes in the past.
Referring to footage of a 2016 incident where Combs was caught on hotel surveillance physically assaulting his then-girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura, she stated,
“I am not here to portray my son as perfect because he is not. He has made mistakes in his past, as we all have.”
She added: “My son may not have been entirely truthful about certain things, such as denying he has ever gotten violent with an ex-girlfriend when the hotel’s surveillance showed otherwise.”
Diddy faced a significant legal challenge last November when his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, filed a lawsuit against him. Ventura accused him of rape, sex trafficking, and years of physical abuse. The lawsuit was settled out of court shortly after being filed. Janice Combs, Diddy’s mother, offered insight into why her son may have chosen to settle.
“Sometimes, the truth and a lie become so closely intertwined that it becomes terrifying to admit one part of the story, especially when that truth is outside the norm or is too complicated to be believed,” she explained.
According to Janice, this complexity probably influenced her son’s decision to settle the lawsuit.
“This is why I believe my son’s civil legal team opted to settle the ex-girlfriend’s lawsuit instead of contesting it until the end, resulting in a ricochet effect as the federal government used this decision against my son by interpreting it as an admission of guilt.”
Though more accusers have come forwards, Janice firmly believes that many of these allegations are financially motivated.
She commented on the recent accusations, stating, “These individuals saw how quickly my son’s civil legal team settled his ex-girlfriend’s lawsuit, so they believe they can receive a quick payday by falsely accusing my son.”
She also expressed concern over the broader implications of false accusations, stating, “False allegations of sexual assault thwart true victims of sexual violence from getting the justice they deserve.”
Janice Combs, in her statement, voiced her frustration over her son’s ongoing legal ordeal, stating, “Watching the world make jokes and laugh at my son’s life crumbling before our eyes is something I can never forget. It is truly agonizing to watch the world turn against my son so quickly and easily over lies and misconceptions, without ever hearing his side or affording him the opportunity to present his side.”
As a mother, she expressed deep pain over the public scrutiny and legal consequences her son has faced.
“This injustice has been unbearable for our family. The worst part of this ordeal is watching my beloved son be stripped of his dignity, not for what he did, but for what people choose to believe about him.”
Janice Combs remains hopeful that her son will have the opportunity to clear his name.
In her closing remarks, she stated, “My son is not the monster they have painted him to be, and he deserves the chance to tell his side. I can only pray that I am alive to see him speak his truth and be vindicated.”
Entertainment
Autobiography of Caleb Okechukwu Simon Amatalam (Motors Comedy)
Caleb Okechukwu Simon Amatalam, known as Motors Comedy, was born into the family of Mr. Simon Kasim and Mrs. Margaret Simon Titus Amatalam. He was born and raised in Abuja but hails from Imo State, Ahiazu Mbaise L.G.A.
Caleb Okechukwu Simon Amatalam, known as Motors Comedy, was born into the family of Mr. Simon Kasim and Mrs. Margaret Simon Titus Amatalam. He was born and raised in Abuja but hails from Imo State, Ahiazu Mbaise L.G.A.
His primary education began at Ido Sariki Pada in Abuja before he moved to Lambata in Niger State to complete his junior secondary. He then returned to Government College Area 3 Gariki and subsequently attended Government Technical College, Owerri, where he obtained his WAEC, NECO, NABTAB, and Trade Test.
Growing up, Caleb had a natural flair for acting and playing football. He participated in numerous dramas at his local church and school and earned several awards as a soccer player. Besides sports and the arts, he was an outstanding student, admired by many teachers for his ability to balance his social life and academics.
Caleb was fortunate to have parents who were invested in his career path. They carefully sought to understand his interests and passions as a young boy.
His mother initially hoped he would become a medical doctor, a common aspiration for Nigerian parents. However, his father was more interested in Caleb’s own desires. Caleb had a personal love for engineering, which is why he attended a technical school for his secondary education.
MOTORS COMEDY (An Inspiration Beyond Just Content Creation)
Since launching his content creation journey in 2023, Caleb has received many questions about the inspiration behind his name, Motors Comedy.
Meanwhile Growing up, Caleb’s funny personality was a source of joy for many. He believes that his everyday life is a celebration of his blessings and a privilege for him to entertain others.
During his secondary school days, a few friends encouraged him to pursue his comedic talent more intentionally. At that time, comedy and content creation were just emerging, with popular figures like Mark Angel, Mr Funny, and House of Real Comedy leading the way. Caleb considered the resources needed to start, including a crew, camera, editor, and more. Given his limited means, he initially felt overwhelmed. However, his desire to get started was strong.
Caleb’s beginnings were marked by surprises and opportunities. He networked with people already in the industry and observed others creating content. He managed to secure opportunities to shoot but often faced long wait times for editing due to the high demand for editors at the time.
The name Motors Comedy reflects a brand born out of inspiration beyond just content creation. Caleb aims to be a driving force for people to overcome their slumber, weaknesses, and limitations. His brand is not only about entertainment but also serves as an empowerment platform for individuals with unique talents.
Follow Motors Comedy on his social media platforms for more amazing content.
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Funke Akindele Offers BB Naija S9 Housemate Wanni a Movie Production Opportunity
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has agreed to include Big Brother Naija season 9 housemate, Wanni, in her film production team.
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has agreed to include Big Brother Naija season 9 housemate, Wanni, in her film production team.
During a chat with her fellow housemates, Wanni expressed her wish to work with Akindele, praising the quality of her films and calling her a seasoned professional.
“Me I want to be in a Funke Akindele’s production. A Kunle Afolayan production”, She said.
“She’s very big. She does amazing movies. The quality of her movies is topnotch and she has been in the game . She’s an OG.”
Will be waiting. All the best dear https://t.co/j7wA4aq1ok
— Funke Akindele (@funkeakindele) October 1, 2024
Sure, here’s a rewritten version of that sentence:
An X user, @glorianapier9, tagged a Nollywood actress after seeing a video clip posted by @selorm_a on X.
The actress enthusiastically agreed to the request on X, confirming her willingness to collaborate with Wanni.
“Will be waiting. All the best dear”, she wrote
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