Funke Akindele, Patience Ozokwo, BBNaija stars, others win big [Full list of Winners]

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The 2023 Africa Movie Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) held its ninth edition on Saturday at Eko Hotels in Lagos State and here’s a full list of winners. IK Osakioduwa and Zozibini Tunzi, the former Miss Universe hosted the 2023 AMVCA event.

AMVCA 2023: Osas, Tobi, Bimbo, Funke Akindele, Patience Ozokwo win big [Full list of Winners]

Osas Ighodaro emerged as the winner of the Best Actress in Drama category. Additionally, three former Big Brother housemates achieved significant victories at the ceremony. Tobi Bakre received the Best Actor in Drama award, Elozonam was recognized for the Best Online Social Content Category, and Diane Russet won the accolade for ‘Best Original Drama Series’.Trending:Another Nigerian lady set to break Guinness World Record as she begins counting of rice grains (Video) Patience Ozokwo, a veteran actress, was honored with the 2023 Industry Merit award. Beauty Tukura, an ex-BBNaija housemate, was awarded the AMVCA Best Dressed award for females, while Enioluwa Adeoluwa, an influencer, received the Best Dressed award for males.

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Anikulapo‘s film was acknowledged as the Best Overall Movie in Africa. Here is a full list of winners for the AMVCA 2023: Best Actor in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series) Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi) – Best Actress in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series) Bimbo Ademoye – Selina Best Actor in a Drama – (Movie/TV Series) Tobi Bakre – Brotherhood Best Actress in a Drama – (Movie/TV Series) Osas Ighodaro – Man of God Best Supporting Actor (Movie/TV Series) Abdisattar Ahmed – Gacal Best Supporting Actress (Movie/TV Series) Efe Irele – Four Four Forty Four Best Short Film Adeoye Adetunji – Pa Aromire Best Online Social Content Creator Elozonam, Kie Kie – Back From The Future Best Original Telenovela Mpali Best Unscripted Original King Bugar Best Original Comedy Series Njoro Wa Uba Best Original Drama Series Ricordi Best Art Director Wale Adeleke – King Of Thieves (Agesinkole) Best Costume Designer (Movie/TV Series) Adeola Art-Alade – The Real Housewives of Lagos (Reunion Episode) Best Lighting Designer (Movie/TV Series) Mathew Yusuf – Brotherhood Best Picture Editor (Movie/TV Series) Holmes Awa & Daniel Tom – Crime & Justice Best Sound Editor (Movie/TV Series) Anu Afolayan – Anikulapo Best Soundtrack (Movie/TV Series) Kent Edunjobi – Anikulapo Best Makeup (Movie/TV Series) Maryam Ndukwe, Hakeem Effects Onilogbo – Shanty Town Best Writer (Movie/TV Series) Sola Dada – Anikulapo Best Cinematographer (Movie/TV Series) Loukman Ali – Brotherhood Best Movie, Southern Africa Jewel – Elvis Chucks Best Movie, East Africa Click Click Bang – Philip Karanja Njenga Best Movie, West Africa Brotherhood – Jade Osiberu Best Television Series Crime & Justice – Yinka Edward Best Documentary Nigeria-the Debut – Nora Awolowo Best Director Loukman Ali – Brotherhood The Multichoice Talent Factory Film Leaked Best Indigenous Language, Swahili (Movie/TV Series) Philip Karanja Njenga – Click Click Bang Best Indigenous Language, Yoruba (Movie/TV Series) Anikulapo – Kunle Afolayan Best Indigenous Language, Hausa (Movie/TV Series) Aisha – Abubakar Bashir Maishadda Best Indigenous Language, Igbo (Movie/TV Series) Uhuruchi – Victor Iyke Best Overall Movie, Africa Anikulapo – Kunle Afolayan Industry Merit Award Patience Ozokwor The Trailblazer Award Angel Onigwe

Mercy Aigbe, Juliet Ibrahim, BBNaija’s stars dazzle at AMVCA 2023 Cultural Day

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In anticipation of the highly anticipated 9th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA), a star-studded ‘Opening Night and Cultural Day’ event took place on Thursday, May 18th, setting the stage for the upcoming award night scheduled for Saturday, May 20th, 2023. The evening was a captivating spectacle as Nollywood stars and popular personalities from BBNaija graced the occasion, bringing their fashion A-games to the red carpet.

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Dressed to impress, they proudly represented various cultural groups, showcasing the diversity and richness of African heritage.Trending:Another Nigerian lady set to break Guinness World Record as she begins counting of rice grains (Video) Among the notable attendees were celebrated actresses Mercy Aigbe and Juliet Ibrahim, who effortlessly exuded elegance and charm as they walked the red carpet.

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Their stunning ensembles paid homage to their respective cultural backgrounds, captivating onlookers with their regal presence. Joining the ensemble of stars, Venita Akpofure, Prince Enwerem, Liquorose, and many others added to the spectacle with their dazzling outfits, reflecting their unique cultural influences.

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Each celebrity embraced their roots with pride, incorporating traditional elements into their ensembles, showcasing the beautiful fusion of tradition and contemporary style. The mesmerizing photos from the Opening Night quickly gained momentum on the internet, captivating fans and leaving them in awe of the celebrities’ impeccable fashion choices.

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With the event serving as a prelude to the main event on Saturday, expectations and excitement continue to rise as viewers eagerly anticipate the award night where outstanding achievements in African cinema and television will be recognized and celebrated. See other photos below;

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Patience Ozokwor shoots down idea of cities breeding stars

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Veteran actress Patience Ozokwor has shot down the perception that one can only be famous when they reside in Lagos or Abuja. patience ozokwor Patience Ozokwor made these comments during the candle procession night in honour of the late Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Africa Movie Academy Awards, Madam Peace Anyiam-Osigwe. According to the veteran, most of her colleagues in the movie industry started their movie careers in Enugu State but have forgotten their roots after stardom. Patience emphasized that if a person is talented, their location does not matter because she believes people’s talent sells them out rather than changing their location. She said; But for me, I said I am going to stay in Enugu, inside the village and when I go to Lagos, I tell them I am a village woman. I stay at Ngwo in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State and God has shown me that you can become a star from anywhere. You don’t need to be in Lagos or Abuja, If you are good enough, they will call you even from America. Backing her point, Patience Ozokwor sited an example of the Member Federal Republic award and the Centenary Award she received. She disclosed that she was selected based on her talent and not her location. “I did not even know who put my name there, so you can be picked from anywhere. That is the statement I wanted to make in this industry but I am happy that I am saying it today.”  

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro signs for Inter Milan from Remo Stars

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18-year-old Nigerian midfielder, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro has completed his move from Nigerian Professional League side, Remo Stars, to Italy’s Seria A giants, Inter Milan.

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro signs for Inter Milan from Nigerian club, Remo Stars

Akinsanmiro who is an academy product of the club, signed a four-year deal with the Italian side. The transfer fee earned from the sale is yet to be declared. A statement released after the signing was completed read; “Midfielder, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro has completed his move to Italian giant, Inter Milan from Remo Stars. “The teenager who is an academy product of the club has signed a four-year deal.

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro signs for Inter Milan from Nigerian club, Remo Stars

“He was part of the team that helped Remo Stars gain promotion from the Nigeria National League to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) in the 2020/2021 season. “He also featured in the 2021/22 Nigeria Professional Football League. “Most notably, Ebenezer featured for the academy team, Beyond Limits in The Creative Championship and Viareggio Cup World Football Tournament.” Akinsanmiro now joins a list of Nigerians like Christian Obodo, Taiye Taiwo, Seyi Olajengbesi, Obinna Nsofor, and Ederson Echiejile who earned a rare move to top European Leagues from the Nigeria Professional League (NPFL).

BBNaija reality stars, Saga and Nini allegedly engaged

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Rumors have it that the two Big Brother Naija reality stars; Saga and Nini have reportedly gotten engaged ready to get married.
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Saga and Nini are products of Big Brother Naija season six. It’s not surprising that the two reality stars have gotten engaged, although not confirmed.
During the reality show, the two were seen together all the time. Saga on countless occasions suffered severe backlashes from social media users over his obsession with Nini during the show. After the show, the two were seen together at event places and having fun as well.
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Fast forward to some hours ago, Saga and Nini also began trending on Twitter with congratulatory messages flowing from their fans.
Gistlover took to his page to share photos of Saga and Nini with the caption, “Rumour has it that SANINI are engaged…
Abeg who Dey sell Asoebi 😍🤩”.

Four Uruguayan World Cup stars facing ’10-15 match ban’ for their actions in Qatar

Four Uruguayan World Cup stars facing '10-15 match ban' for their actions in Qatar

Four Uruguayan players who featured in some matches played by their country at the 2022 World Cup are facing the prospect of a 10-15 match ban for club and country.

Four Uruguayan World Cup stars facing '10-15 match ban' for their actions in Qatar

Recall that Uruguay crashed out of the World Cup in the group stages, finishing third, level on points with South Korea, despite winning their last game against Ghana. They couldn’t proceed to the next stage of the tournament because South Korea had more goals.
However, Edinson Cavani, Jose Maria Giménez, Diego Godin, and Fernando Muslera, are now being investigated over their actions in Uruguay’s last match against Ghana at the tournament.

Four Uruguayan World Cup stars facing '10-15 match ban' for their actions in Qatar

Spanish media outlet AS reported that the four players have been collared for breaching articles 11 and 12 of FIFA’s disciplinary code, and now await the decision from the governing body, with the FIFA disciplinary rulebook stating: “The prohibition of carrying out activities related to football for at least six months.”.
Reports also suggest that Giménez is accused of hitting a FIFA official, while Cavani reportedly threw the VAR monitor to the ground on the way to the changing room tunnel in the aftermath of the incident.

Four Uruguayan World Cup stars facing '10-15 match ban' for their actions in Qatar

The serious nature of the acts connected with Giménez and Cavani in particular could lead the FIFA Committee to characterize them as inciting public “hate or violence”, meaning the duo could face up to six months on the sidelines.
36-year-old keeper Muslera has been a key figure for his country, making 133 caps, having made his name at club side Galatasaray, having joined the Turkish giants in 2011 from Lazio and been club captain since 2020.

Four Uruguayan World Cup stars facing '10-15 match ban' for their actions in Qatar

Uruguay captain Godin, having made 161 appearances since his debut in 2005, is still key for his country despite being 36 years old. The Uruguayan legend has been a top defender in Europe for years and was influential in Atletico’s rise under Simeone in the early 2010s, but currently plays his club football with Vélez Sarsfield in the Argentinian first division.
FIFA Disciplinary Committee’s final decision will be announced at the end of February and there’s a risk that the players could be banned from playing for their clubs, as well as their countries.

“I don’t want egos” – Erik ten Hag warns Man United stars ahead of next football season

"I don’t want egos" - Erik ten Hag warns Man United stars ahead of next football season

The atmosphere at Manchester United may change a bit different from what it used to be with the presence of its new manager, Erik ten Hag.
Ahead of the next football season, the former Ajax boss, who appears strict warned the players that he will not tolerate egos in the dressing room.

According to The Sun, Erik ten Hag, who took over ftom Ralf Rangnick has already laid out his demands in a stern email to the playing squad as he warned that he will not tolerate lack of effort or disloyalty.
A source told The Sun that the the Dutchman “sent the first-team players an email, telling them that football is a team game and no individual is more important than any other.
“His emphasis is all on the team — despite United possessing world class stars.
“He wants the players to train at a higher intensity so that each session is like a game.”
The 52-year-old has been tasked with lifting the Red Devils from their recent struggles and getting them back on track after finishing the 2021-22 season without a trophy.
To this end, having finished sixth in the Premier League last season, Manchester United will be entering the season with great expectation.