The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Enugu State chapter has lauded Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State for believing in the production of the movie Ifediche which has been nominated at the 2023 African Magic Viewers’ Choice Award (AMVCA) as Best Indigenous Language (Igbo) movie.
The actors’ body said that the nomination “is one of the many we hope to get on Ifediche as it begins its journey round the globe in showcasing the beauty of Enugu State and her people and this is a win for us”.
In a statement, its chairman, Brown Ene said: “It is a great recognition which is made possible because you listened to us and believed in us. As we all pray that our joy becomes complete on the 20th May, 2023, when it will win this nomination, we appreciate you for believing in the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN) Enugu State Chapter. It is a first-of-its-kind venture for any state AGN or national body. Savour the feeling of birthing such a masterpiece and recognition for our dear state”.
Meanwhile, popular filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan, whose full-length feature film, Anikulapo bagged 16 AMVCA nominations, said the film deserves all the accolades it is getting, adding that “it truly took a village to create and it is well deserving of its numerous nominations.
“The nominations list has been rolled out for the ninth edition of the AMVCA and we are excited to have Anikulapo nominated in 15 categories with 16 nominations. I often say that award shows serve to let creatives and creators know that their work and effort is being recognized and valued”.
