Nollywood actress Susan Peters stole the spotlight at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards Icons Night, emerging as Best Dressed at the star-studded event held in Ikoyi, Lagos.
The glamorous evening, hosted ahead of the main Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards ceremony, brought together some of Nollywood’s biggest names for a night that blended fashion, celebration, and recognition of industry icons.
Amid a crowd filled with standout looks and high-profile appearances, Susan Peters’ outfit clearly set her apart, earning her the night’s top fashion honor.
Taking to Instagram shortly after the event, the actress shared her excitement and appreciation, posting a video of the moment she received her award on stage.
“My phone has been buzzing everywhere I go… Thank you so much for the honour, the love and recognition,” she wrote, capturing the overwhelming response that followed her win.
In her usual playful tone, she also hinted at expecting a bigger reward, joking about waiting for a “fat cheque” after the recognition.
The Icons Night is one of several events leading up to the main AMVCA ceremony, serving as a platform to celebrate industry veterans and showcase the fashion and cultural influence of African entertainment.
This year’s gathering featured an impressive lineup of stars, including Toyin Abraham, Patience Ozokwo, Joke Silva, Keppy Ekpenyong, Charles Inojie, and Nkem Owoh, who together contributed to the vibrant atmosphere of the night.
Beyond fashion, the AMVCA week continues with the Cultural Night. This event highlights African heritage and creativity, before culminating in the main awards ceremony scheduled to take place at Eko Hotel and Suites.
Hosting duties for this year’s edition will be handled by Bovi Ugboma and Nomzamo Mbatha, while Joke Silva serves as head judge for the 2026 awards.
Susan Peters’ win adds a fashionable highlight to an already eventful AMVCA season, reinforcing the role style continues to play in shaping the narrative of Africa’s biggest entertainment night.
As anticipation builds for the main ceremony, moments like this underscore what the AMVCA represents, not just awards, but a celebration of culture, creativity, and the personalities driving the industry forward.
