The 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA 2026) has come to an end, and while the winners were a conversation of their own, the looks that took over our feeds were just as much a part of the story. Following a pretty disappointing MET Gala, Nigeria’s biggest celebrities showed up and showed out, reminding us, once again, that no one does fashion quite like us. Scroll down for our picks of the best dressed stars of the night.
Erica Nlewedim
Thoughts: This outfit is literally a work of art.
Score: 8/10
Thelma Lawson
Thoughts: You can never go wrong with a Vivienne Westwood structured drape.
Score: 7/10
Efua
Thoughts: Efua looks like literal royalty.
Score: 8/10
Laura Ikeji
Thoughts: The butterfly details just brings the whole outfit together.
Score: 7/10
Steve Chuks
Thoughts: You can never go wrong with a sartorial look.
Score: 7/10
Doyinsola David
Thoughts: Mermaid dresses are beautiful, but a gold mermaid dress? Simply breathtaking.
Score: 8/10
Kidbaby
Thoughts: Kid looks dreamy in this gorgeous purple drape dress.
Score: 7/10
Mimie
Thoughts: Maleficent would be gagged.
Score: 6/10
Simi Drey
Thoughts: Simi looks like the literal diamond of the season in this silver detailed gown.
Score: 7/10
Nini
Thoughts: The two-layered feather detailing on Nini’s gown is everything.
Score: 8/10
Olivia
Thoughts: Interstellar elegance at its finest.
Score: 7/10
Akin Faminu
Thoughts: Who knew diamonds and pearls go together?
Score: 8/10
READ HERE: AMVCA 2026: The Complete List of Winners
Deyemi Okanlawon
Thoughts: Super rangers samurai but make it Nigerian.
Score: 7/10
Uche Montana
Thoughts: This dress is quite literally fire.
Score:9/10
Michael Dappa
Thoughts: I absolutely love this tuxedo on Michael. He looks dappa.
Score: 7/10
Liquorose
Thoughts: I have just one word. ETHEREAL!
Score: 8/10
Mercy Eke
Thoughts: One thing Mercy is always going to do is kill an outfit, and this gown is a killer. The perfect blend of fashion and art.
Score: 9/10
Shine Rosman
Thoughts: Can we talk about how this is the prettiest shade of blue ever? I can’t get over how the frills beautifully gather at her feet. .
Score: 8/10
