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Olayiwola Matthew
“Seven Doors,” a historical drama series by Femi Adebayo, has triumphed at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, winning three major awards, solidifying its standout status in Nollywood.
While Femi Adebayo won Best Lead Actor for his portrayal of Adedunjoye, the king in the series, Chioma Chukwuka claimed the Best Lead Actress award for her role as Amaka, Adedunjoye’s wife.
The series also won Best Music/Score.
The 11th AMVCA took place on Saturday at the Eko Hotels, Lagos.
This prestigious event celebrates excellence in African film and television, bringing together the continent’s brightest stars and industry professionals.
The awards ceremony also celebrated veterans Sani Mu’azu and Nkem Owoh with the Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Director Kayode Kasum took home the Trailblazer Award for his fresh, genre-defying impact on the industry.
Speaking at the event, Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and Channels, West Africa, at MultiChoice, emphasised AMVCA’s long-term commitment to the Nollywood industry.
Tejumola noted that the event was a sustainable project that has been evolving over the years to promote the industry’s growth.
“We are committed to capacity building, evolving the industry, producing and distributing the best local content available on the continent.
“The AMVCA continues to evolve every single year, and this edition is special as it spotlights younger artists who will take the industry forward in the next 10 years,” Tejumola said.
According to Tejumola, the key to keeping viewers engaged is to create content that is relatable and resonates with them.
“The AMVCA has also had a significant impact on the careers of young artists, with over nine billion Naira invested in the awards over the past 11 years.
“Additionally, the MultiChoice Talent Factory provides young filmmakers with a one-year development programme to hone their skills,” she said.