AMVCA 12: How ‘My Father’s Shadow’ outshone Nollywood blockbusters

Long before the winners were announced at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards on Saturday night in Lagos, films like “The Herd,” “Gingerrr,” “To Kill A Monkey,” and several commercially successful Nollywood titles had dominated conversations online.

Many of the films arrived at the ceremony with strong fan bases, impressive streaming numbers, viral moments, and massive box office performances. But by the end of the night, one film quietly overshadowed the rest.

“My Father’s Shadow,” a deeply personal and emotionally layered drama directed by Akinola Davies Jr., emerged as the biggest winner of the 2026 AMVCA, securing five awards including the night’s highest honour, Best Movie..Read The Complete; Full Original Here.>>>