By Cynthia Abah
The aftermath of the 10th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, continues to reverberate across social media platforms, particularly concerning the snub of Funke Akindele’s acclaimed film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah.’
Despite being Nigeria’s highest-grossing film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ failed to secure any awards at the prestigious event, sparking widespread discussions and varied reactions online.
The night’s biggest winner, ‘Breath Of Life,’ claimed six coveted awards, including Best Movie, Best Director (BB Sasore), and several acting accolades. However, the omission of ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ from the winners’ circle has dominated conversations, with many expressing surprise and disappointment.
Social media users took to various platforms to share their thoughts on the matter, offering a spectrum of opinions:
- @abazwhylllz expressed solidarity with Funke Akindele, stating, “A Tribe Called Judah is my own movie of the year. Keep your head high Funke Akindele.”
- @EObaniyi praised Akindele’s talent regardless of the awards outcome, asserting, “Award or not, Funke Akindele is the best in the game.”
- @PoojaMedia expressed astonishment at the snub, simply stating, “A Tribe Called Judah didn’t win any award. Wow.”
- @Wizkidfc showered praise on the film, remarking, “A Tribe Called Judah is my own Best Movie. Funke Akindele take your flowers.”
- @Lil_maamiii urged against dismissing the achievements of ‘Breath Of Life,’ emphasizing, “I don’t want to hear anything like Funke Akindele was robbed oo.”
- @PureMind_ speculated on the motivations behind the backlash against Akindele, suggesting, “The money Funke Akindele made from ‘A Tribe called Judah’ must have rattled a lot of people for this level of hate.”
These reactions underscore the passionate discourse surrounding the AMVCA outcomes and highlight the enduring impact of Akindele’s contributions to the Nigerian film industry. While opinions vary, one thing remains clear: ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ continues to provoke thought and discussion long after the curtains close on the awards ceremony.
