Uche Montana’s Reaction After Winning AMVCA Trailblazer Award Elicits Reactions: “She Deserves It”
- Uche Montana has won the Trailblazer Award at the recently concluded AMVCA 2026 in Lagos State
- The award ceremony took place on Sunday night and had A-list actors in the entertainment industry in attendance
- The actress’s reaction when she was called to the stage generated buzz online, with many commenting on it
Nollywood actress Uche Montana has won the Trailblazer Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), which took place on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
The actress was recognised for her performance in the movie Monica, where she starred alongside Blessing Onwukwe, who played her mother in the film.
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While the award presenters were on stage, they announced the Trailblazer Award recipient, and Montana stood up from her seat. She was initially speechless and screamed as she made her way to the stage to collect her award plaque.
Uche Montana reacts on stage at AMVCA
When she got to the stage, she was heard screaming, “Oh my God.” She also said she had the opportunity to give a real speech and later said, “Thank you, Jesus.”
She dedicated the award to every girl pursuing her dreams, urging them not to give up but to keep pushing forward. She also appreciated the organisers for the honour.
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Blessing Onwukwe joins Uche Montana on stage
After Uche Montana got on stage, Blessing Onwukwe, popularly known as Mama Monica, also joined her. The two stood together while the award was being presented, drawing attention online.
Fans react to Uche Montana’s win
Fans reacted positively to the win, praising her consistency and hard work. Many said she deserved the award and that the organisers made the right choice.
Some also commented on Blessing Onwukwe’s presence on stage, noting it was a memorable moment as Mama Monica supported her “daughter,” Uche Montana, publicly for the first time.
Here is the Instagram video below:
What fans said about Uche Montana
Here are comments below:
@tradstore_ng commented:
"Even when she received her award she still made me shed tears. Monica why? Well deserved. God bless you Uche Montana."
@hawanatu6244 reacted:
"No one sees her coming!, love her! Her consistency finally pays off."
@atty.lansanah_esq wrote:
"Mama Monica supported Monica for the first time."
@ kokospecial_ said:
"Mama Monica fit later carry the award give BoBo."
@duh.itspowerpuff shared:
"AMVCA knows she deserved that award last year. Happy for her."
@james_debby shared:
Congratulations to you dear, Mama Monica were you see money, saw cloth, and buy wig? Abi nor akamu you dey sell again."
Uche Montana emotional after AMVCA nomination
Legit.ng previously reported Uche Montana couldn’t hold back her emotions when she bagged her first-ever nomination for Best Actress at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025.
The announcement, which came on March 23, 2025, sent the actress into a flood of tears as she celebrated the milestone in her career. Known for her captivating roles, Montana shared her heartfelt reaction, posting a video that captured her sobbing while expressing disbelief and gratitude.
Source: Legit.ng
