The Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) has congratulated filmmakers including Tunde Kelani and Daniel Etim-Effiong on their nominations for Best Director at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.
In a post shared on its official Instagram page on Thursday, the guild praised the nominees for their contributions to the industry.
“Congratulations to Our Outstanding DGN Members!
“The Directors’ Guild of Nigeria proudly celebrates our distinguished members on their well-deserved nominations for Best Director at AMVCA 2026. Your creativity, dedication, and commitment to storytelling continue to elevate Nollywood and inspire the next generation of filmmakers.
“đź‘Ź ASURF AMUWA OLUSEYI
đź‘Ź TUNDE KELANI
đź‘Ź DANIEL ETIM EFFIONG
đź‘Ź YEMI FILMBOY MORAFA
“Your nominations are a testament to excellence, hard work, and the power of vision in filmmaking. We are proud of your achievements and wish you the very best at the awards.
Keep making Nigeria proud!
— Uche Agbo
President, Directors’ Guild of Nigeria”
The AMVCA, organised annually by Africa Magic, recognises achievements in television, film, and entertainment across Africa.
Kelani is widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s most respected filmmakers. Daniel, who began his career as an actor, has in recent years expanded into directing and production.
