Nollywood actress Lilian Afegbai has criticised the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) organisers for excluding her from their 2026 nominees.
Lilian Afegbai’s co-star in “To Kill a Monkey,” Bimbo Akintola, has been nominated for Best Lead Actress in the 12th edition of the AMVCA, according to the organisers’ latest announcement.
Reacting, Afegbai slammed the organisers for snubbing her, arguing that her character, Idia, was the most trending character in the hit series, ‘To Kill A Monkey.’
She, however, said she doesn’t care much about validations, adding that the organisers can “eat” their award.
On her X handle, she wrote, “AMVCA smh. I always choose to believe everything happens for a reason.
“I don’t need a nomination for validation. The truth is clear: Nobody trended like Idia from TKAM last year. Her acting was 100. You guys can eat your award.”
ALSO READ: Lilian Afegbai Talks About Her Role in “To Kill A Monkey”
In July 2026, Lilian Afegbai opened up about the emotional depth and intensity she poured into her character, Idia, in the newly released Netflix film ‘To Kill A Monkey’, directed by Kemi Adetiba.
Reacting to an outpouring of praise from fans and industry colleagues, Afegbai took to Instagram to express her heartfelt gratitude, describing the experience as a “whirlwind of love and support.”
“Playing Idia was more than just a role,” she wrote. “It was a journey of becoming one with a character whose strength, vulnerability, and spirit I poured my soul into.”
The actress, known for her versatility, credited director Kemi Adetiba for entrusting her with the role and guiding her through the process of embodying the character. She described the opportunity as a deeply transformative experience that pushed her limits and left a lasting impact.
“I gave everything to bring her to life, and seeing your kind words, messages, and encouragement means the world to me and makes it all worth it,” she added.
Afegbai also appreciated the cast, crew, and supporters of the film, saying their collaboration and support made the moment unforgettable. She vowed to carry the love and encouragement with her, expressing how honoured she felt to be embraced by viewers and fans.
“To everyone who has watched ‘To Kill a Monkey’ and shared their overwhelming love for my portrayal of Idia, thank you from the depths of my heart,” she wrote.
