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Nigeria Makes Strong Showing as ‘To Adaego With Love’, ‘The Herd’ Lead AMAA Race

Iyke Bede Nigerian films have emerged among the major contenders for the 22nd Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), with Nwamaka Chikezie’s ‘To Adaego With Love’ and Daniel Etim-Effiong’s ‘The Herd’

Nigerian films have made a strong showing in the 22nd Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) race, with two Nigerian productions securing a significant number of nominations. 'To Adaego With Love', directed by Nwamaka Chikezie, earned 11 nominations, while 'The Herd', directed by Daniel Etim-Effiong, received 10. These films join a competitive lineup that includes entries from Uganda, Kenya, South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, and several other countries.

The African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), scheduled for November 15 at the Lagos Marriott Hotel, has evolved into a platform that showcases Africa's diverse culture and struggles through its films.

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