A galaxy of stars lit up Lagos on Saturday night as top names in the entertainment industry gathered for the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) Cultural Night. The glamorous event, currently being held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria, celebrates African heritage, film, and culture.
Celebrities flooded social media with stunning photos of their outfits, showcasing rich African traditions and bold fashion statements at the highly anticipated gathering. Actors, filmmakers, reality TV stars, and fashion enthusiasts appeared in colourful traditional ensembles that highlighted the beauty and diversity of African culture.
Among the stars spotted at the event were Omowunmi Dada, Uche Jombo, Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman, Mercy Atang, Nnenna Mbonu, and Iyabo Ojo. Others in attendance included Stan Nze, Bucci Franklin, Saga Adeolu, Liquorose, Neo Akpofure, and Venita Akpofure, all dressed in elaborate traditional attire that celebrated African identity and heritage.
Guests dazzled in richly crafted Aso Oke, Kente, Isiagu, beaded regalia, and other indigenous fabrics, reflecting the creativity and elegance of African fashion. BBNaija's Queen Mercy Atang arrived in a bread-inspired outfit, looking gorgeous at #AMVCA12, while Osas Ighodaro showed up in a striking, sculptural red gown that completely commanded attention.
Stunning Photos of Nigerian Celebrities at the AMVCA
Below are stunning photos of Nigerian celebrities at the award event: Deyemi Okanlawon, Dorathy Bachor, Uche Jumbo, Akin Faminu, Bolaji Ogunmola, Kayode "Kaybobo" Oladele, Juliet Ibrahim, Erica Nlewedim, Nini Signh, Stan Nze, Kie Kie Adeaga-Ilori, Nana Akua Addo, Queen Mercy Atang, and Shawn Faqua.
The AMVCA Cultural Night continues to be a platform for showcasing African fashion and culture, with celebrities using their style to make bold statements. The event not only honors film achievements but also serves as a celebration of African identity through fashion.
