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Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards night is a rare African celebrity reunion where pure fashion is considered the highlight of the event. The evening brings famous faces in the movie and entertainment industry from across the continent, for a night that celebrates outstanding work and creativity in storytelling.
For the 2022 AMVCAs, an event that started with week-long programs, the best was only expected from the main show. And this time around, celebrities embraced the demure dress code wholeheartedly, proving the focus was certainly on refined elegance. Ahead, keep scrolling to see all the note-worthy Instagram snaps before they hit the red carpet.
Nancy Isime
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Isime opted for a creation by Valdrin Sahiti, a Serbian designer, wearing a sheer gown completely crafted out of beads. To say the least, she was a complete work of art. Bravo!
Adesua Etomi
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Adesua Etomi came to make a lasting impression and she did just that in this gorgeous gown by Matopeda Atelier.
Funke Akindele
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Winning the ‘Best Actress in Comedy,’ Funke Akindele stunned is a green slit gown with matching heels to snag up her coveted trophy.
Bonang Matheba
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All the way from South Africa, Bonang Matheba came to slay in a beautiful feather-trimmed dress by a Nigerian label, Sheye Oladejo.
Idia Aisien
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If you thought you saw it all at the 2022 Met Gala, check out Idia Aisien in her wearable glamor — a gown by Anjy Luminee.
Eku Edewor
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Eku Edewor was a red siren in a beautiful creation by a Lagos-based label VICNATE.
Toke Makinwa
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As one of the hosts of the night, Toke Makinwa never disappoints talkless of the AMVCAs. The media girl made an impressive entrance in an embellished creation by Matopeda.
Nana Akua Addo
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Nana isn’t the one who does things by halves. Once again, she tapped Cary Santiago, a designer from the Philippines to create her 2022 AMVCAs dress inspired by the Japanese word ‘GEISHA’ which literally means “ART PERSON.”
Zynnell Zuh
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Ghanaian actress-turned-fashion-designer, Zynnell Zuh, was in the building all draped in a dramatic gold ensemble created by her brand, Zyellegant.
Grace-Charis Bassey
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For the unconventional brides, look no further than Grace-Charis Bassey (formerly known as Belinda Effah) for inspiration. Describing herself as Pink Barbie, the Nollywood actress made her entrance in a super ruffled pink ballgown by Lakimmy.
Osas Ighodaro
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Osas Ighodara may have won the trophy for the “Best Actress in Drama,” and we think her dress was also a winner. From the intricate detailing to the complementary hue of silver, the actress made her mark for the night. Meanwhile, the gorgeous creation is by Veekee James, a Lagos-based designer.
Lota Chukwu
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Actress Lota Chukwu stood out as she oozed the boss attitude in a 3-piece pink suit by Atafo.
Mercy Aigbe
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Pretty in pink! Mercy Aigbe made a red carpet debut with her newfound love, Kazim Adeoti, wearing a pink gown with a cape and dramatic headpiece.
Sika Osei
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Sika wore a stunning hand-made dress by Weiz Dhurm Franklyn to start off her hosting duties but later switched into a sleek wrap dress-inspired gown by IDIOL NUPO.
Asogwa Alexandra
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Wearing a design by IDIOL NUPO, the actress commanded attention in a baby blue gown with a detachable long train.
Enado Odigie
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Actress Enado Odigie kept things simple but chic and elegant in this magnificent Lanre Da Silva one-shoulder number.
Shaffy Bello
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In an intricately embellished gown, Shaffy Bello showed how it is done wearing a stunning design by XBL.
Rebecca Nengi Hampson
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For the former BBNaija housemate, she showed off her voluptuous figure in an optical illusion design created by XBL.
Mimi Linda Yina
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Mimi was simply minting in beauty in this over-the-top design by XBL.
Bukunmi Oluwasina
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Oluwasina was a definition of grace as draped herself in a silver Anjy Luminee dress.
Lala Akindoju
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Lala’s mustard dress had a massive bow behind and she couldn’t be more excited.
Kate Henshaw
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Tolani Baj
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Anita Natacha Akide
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Timini Egbuson
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Dénola Grey
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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu
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