Veteran Nollywood stars Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O. Kanayo have been honoured with the Industry Merit Awards at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.
The actors received the awards on Saturday night during the 12th edition of the ceremony held at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos State.
The honour recognised their long-standing contributions to the Nigerian movie industry and their influence as two of Nollywood’s most respected actors.
While receiving her award, Sola Sobowale expressed gratitude to God, her fans, colleagues, and especially her children for supporting her throughout her acting journey.
“I want to specially thank God Almighty for keeping till this day to have this. I thank my children. Thank you to all my colleagues. I thank my fans because without you ‘Ko si Shola’ (there’s no Shola). It truly is an honour,” she said.
On his part, Kanayo O. Kanayo used the opportunity to speak against xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
