Meet the 12th AMVCA Best Supporting Actress Nominees
Best Supporting Actress honours the women whose performances shape every story from the edges. This year’s nominations cover record-breaking Nollywood films, a debut Hausa-language drama, and a Kenyan series. The ceremony takes place on May 9 at Eko Hotel, hosted by Bovi Ugboma and Nomzamo Mbatha, with Joke Silva as head judge. Nominees include Linda Ejiofor for her gripping role in The Herd, Olamide Kidbaby’s comedic turn in Oversabi Aunty, and Bisola Aiyeola’s raw performance in Gingerrr. Funke Akindele tackles a supporting role while directing the box-office hit Behind the Scenes. Seasoned stars Sola Sobowale join first-time nominees Nadia Dutch, Amal Umar, and Juliebrenda Nyambura in this competitive field. Each actress brings depth and nuance that elevate her film’s narrative. Dive into these standout performances and see why this category is one of the toughest to call at AMVCA 12.
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