As the Nigerian movie industry gears up for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, several videos from the AMVCA Icons Night have surfaced online. The event, held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in Lagos, honored veterans in the film industry.
Veteran Actresses Shine at AMVCA Icons Night
The star-studded ceremony featured notable figures such as Prince Jide Kosoko, Patience Ozokwo, Nkem Owoh, Mama Rainbow, and Toyin Abraham, among others. A particularly touching moment between veteran actresses Joke Silva and Mama Rainbow caught the attention of many.
In a viral clip, Joke Silva was seen conversing with her colleague Jide Kosoko when actress Bimbo Akintola alerted her to Mama Rainbow's presence. Upon noticing Mama Rainbow, Joke Silva promptly excused herself from Kosoko and approached the older actress, slightly kneeling to greet her. Mama Rainbow warmly embraced her in return.
Online Reactions Highlight Respect and Age Gap
The video quickly garnered reactions, with netizens praising Joke Silva's display of respect toward Mama Rainbow, who is significantly older. Many also commented on Mama Rainbow's youthful appearance at 83 years old.
Some of the comments include:
- GabrielFadiyaa: "Iya rainbow is 83, Mama Joke is 64, that's about 20 years difference.."
- OluGbemi21: "My 70-year-old mother still knee to greet her 80-year-old elder sister."
- Mikkyjay74: "Mama Rainbow at 83 still looking radiant and strong, God has been so merciful to her."
- abel_leke: "Mama Rainbow no wan age at all. Mama is still looking fresh. Somebody's got to ask her the secret."
- enitandev: "There's a 19yr gap between them."
- isimodu: "Mama rainbow senior her by far, she's 70+ and iya rainbow is over 80+. Culture and respect is needed and she exhibited it."
- DadiAaliyah: "Hmm...strange. I just googled their ages. Joke Silva is 64; I figured she would be older. Iya Rainbow is 83."
- JIDXKEKS: "Iya Rainbow is a cyborg ni? Why she nor dey age? She should be around 84 years this year."
- hawody: "The way that actress in red (forgotten her name) showed her that's mama rainbow and quickly left is top notch and respectful."
Another Video Shows Joke Silva and Mama Rainbow Dancing
In addition to the greeting, another video captured the two actresses dancing together at the event, further delighting fans.
Joke Silva Celebrates Husband Olu Jacobs at 83
In related news, Joke Silva recently celebrated her husband, veteran actor Olu Jacobs, on his 83rd birthday. In an Instagram post, she recalled meeting him when he was 38 and thanked God for guiding them through their journey together, describing their union as a roller coaster.
