AMVCA 2026: Iyabo Ojo Celebrates Double Nominations, Sends Heartwarming Message to Co-Nominees
- Iyabo Ojo has reacted to the 2026 AMVCA nomination list after her efforts in the movie industry were recognised
- The Nollywood star's film Labake Olododo, released in 2025, earned nominations in two different categories
- Celebrating her nominations, Iyabo Ojo also sent a heartwarming message to her co-nominees, stirring reactions from fans and colleagues
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) nomination list for 2026 has continued to make waves on social media, with Iyabo Ojo also reacting to her recognition by the organisers.
Recall that on Sunday, March 29, 2026, the AMVCA released the full list of nominees for this year's edition as fans anticipate their favourite celebrities who would finally clinch awards in different categories.
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Iyabo Ojo was one of the Nollywood stars whose movie project Labake Olododo, released in 2025, was recognised, earning spots in two categories for Best Indigenous Language West Africa and Best Makeup.
Reacting, Iyabo expressed appreciation on behalf of her and her crew while describing the nomination as a win for her and her co-nominees.
"Thank you, AMVCA, @africamagic for the 2 nominations for ..... Labake Olododo Categories...... 1. Best Indigenous Language West Africa 2. Best Makeup On behalf of my entire team and my humble self we're grateful. Kudos to all my co-nominees. This is a win for all of us," she wrote.
In related news, Legit.ng reported that Funke Akindele's Behind The Scenes and Toyin Abraham's Oversabi Aunty also earned nominations in the same category.
The 2026 Awards ceremony, set to take place in May in Lagos, features 32 award categories in total, with 18 to be decided by a jury and 11 open to public voting.
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Iyabo Ojo's celebration post following AMVCA nominations is below:
Congratulations pour in for Iyabo Ojo
Reaction, many of the actress' fans and followers penned congratulatory messages to celebrate her feat. Legit.ng compiled some of the comments; read them below:
jenneh.areola2 commented:
"Let the haters continue to construct, dissect and disseminate their Tom Foolery....Over here we are celebrating God's favours and blessings."
thejpshield said:
"Congratulations on your nomination Queen.. The return of Arinzo is coming."
mrs._ppp reacted:
"Labake olododo is soooo goood. I hardly watch Yoruba movies. When I started watching Labake, I could not stop until I finished watching it. It was so good."
wealth_olami said:
"As a corporate man, my love for queen mother na 2 centuries way back 💯 queen wey swallow olori."
iamborntorule commented:
"The movie deserves it. I watched it twice. Your face's seriousness in the scenes still makes me laugh every time I see that Labake Olododo Advert."
iamtoppyj reacted:
"Congratulations. Labake Olododo is an interesting movie, great story line and a lot of lessons to learn."
adaramolamary said:
"Mama God Almighty got your back return of arinzo will always be a sold out."
Kunle Remi taunts AMVCA
Legit.ng also reported that Kunle Remi congratulated Hollywood star Michael B. Jordan after he won his first award at the Academy Awards.
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While celebrating the moment, Kunle Remi also took a swipe at the organisers of the AMVCA.
In his post, the actor highlighted how winners at the Oscars receive their awards immediately with their names engraved on them, something he suggested was different from how awards were handled in Nollywood.
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