Lilian Afegbai, a talented Nollywood actress, has fired back at the organisers of the prestigious Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) after being snubbed from the 2026 nominee list. The AMVCA's 12th edition nominees were recently announced, with Afegbai's co-star in 'To Kill A Monkey', Bimbo Akintola, receiving a nomination for Best Lead Actress.
Afegbai took to social media to express her disappointment, implying that the award is not as prestigious as it claims to be. The actress questioned the credibility of the awards, stating that one can 'eat their award' if they are not being recognised for their hard work.
Lilian Afegbai's comments have sparked a heated debate among fans and fellow actors in the industry. Many have come to her defence, praising her for speaking out against what they see as a lack of transparency in the award selection process.
The AMVCA snub of Lilian Afegbai highlights the cutthroat nature of the Nollywood awards scene. In a country where Afrobeats reigns supreme, the glamour of awards like the AMVCA can often overshadow the real stars of the industry.
