Anticipation is high as the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) ceremony takes center stage tonight in Lagos, with particular attention on the keenly contested Best Lead Actress category.
This year’s category features seven nominees, each recognized for outstanding performances in some of the year’s most talked-about Nollywood productions. The nominees include:
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Chioma Akpotha – Seven Doors
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Gbubemi Ejeye – Farmer’s Bride
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Uzoamaka Onuoha – Agemo
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Uche Montana – Thinline
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Uzoamaka Aniunoh – Phoenix Fury
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Hilda Dokubo – The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3
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Bimbo Ademoye – Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre
According to reports, Chioma Akpotha and Uzoamaka Aniunoh have emerged as the leading contenders for the award. Akpotha’s performance in Seven Doors has been widely described as one of her finest in recent years, earning praise from both critics and fans. Meanwhile, Aniunoh’s powerful role in Phoenix Fury has drawn significant acclaim, particularly after the film’s success at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF).
A recent fan poll conducted by Legit.ng shows Chioma Akpotha ahead with 58% of the vote, with Bimbo Ademoye following at 31%. The results suggest strong grassroots support for Akpotha as she eyes her first AMVCA Best Actress win.
Also making headlines is Uche Montana, who received her first AMVCA nomination for her role in Thinline. In an emotional reaction shared with fans, Montana expressed gratitude for the recognition, calling the moment a major milestone in her acting career.
The AMVCA 2025 awards ceremony will take place tonight in Lagos, with viewers across Africa and beyond eagerly waiting to see who will be crowned Best Lead Actress.
