Lateef Adedimeji's film Lisabi has won the Best Indigenous Language (West Africa) award at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Movie Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCAs). The announcement was made on May 10, 2026.
Lisabi: A Story of Courage and Identity
In Lisabi, a valiant Yoruba folk hero rises against tyranny, rallying his people to reclaim their land and identity. The film reshapes history through themes of courage and resilience, defying oppression in a powerful narrative.
Adedimeji's Emotional Acceptance
Receiving the award, Adedimeji expressed gratitude: "Thank you AMVCA. This is to that woman that will always tell me, go do it, you can do it, Adebimpe. The woman that just gave me my kings."
Other Winners at AMVCA 2026
To Kill A Monkey won the Best Editing award, marking its second accolade of the night. My Father's Shadow triumphed over To Kill A Monkey to claim Best Score/Music. Orire Nwani and Josh Olaoluwa won Best Short Movie with Hussaini.
Collaborative Filmmaking
Film making is a collaborative effort, a cliche that captures the unity of distinct departments—writing, cinematography, art directing, producing, and others. By relying on each other's creative choices, filmmakers build trust and confidence in each other's crafts. Josh Olaoluwa and Orire Nwani complement each other's creative efforts, resulting in award-winning projects like No Means Maybe, Love Language, Naked Woman, and Grind. Their partnership has led to the establishment of their production company, Conceptified Media.
