Veteran actors Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O. Kanayo have been honoured with the Industry Merit Award at the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.
The awards were presented during the ceremony at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, recognising their decades of contribution to Nollywood and their status as two of the industry’s most celebrated screen figures.
Sobowale thanked God, the AMVCA organisers, her colleagues, fans, and her children for their support throughout her career.
She said the recognition affirmed her relevance and promised more work ahead.
Kanayo dedicated the award to film practitioners across Africa and spoke about the role of the entertainment industry in promoting unity on the continent.
The AMVCA recognises excellence in African film, television, and digital content creation and remains one of the continent’s major entertainment events.

 

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