Actress Meg Otanwa Wins Special Recognition Award At ICFF Lavazza Inclucity Festival In Toronto

The star power of Nigeria’s own Meg Otanwa continues to blaze across the globe! The multiple award-winning actress and 2017 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) Best Actress has just bagged the Special Recognition Award at the prestigious ICFF Lavazza IncluCity Festival in Toronto, Canada.



Meg was honoured for her captivating performance in the critically acclaimed film The Weekend, which also screened at the globally renowned Tribeca Film Festival. Directed by Daniel Emeke Oriahi, The Weekend features a stellar cast including Uzoamaka Aniunoh and Bucci Franklin, and explores themes of love, trauma, and the complexities of human connection.

Notably, it was AWA (African Women Acting), an influential platform dedicated to showcasing African female talent, that first spotted The Weekend during its screening at the Cannes Film Festival and recommended it for selection at the Lavazza IncluCity Festival, where it went on to receive wide acclaim.

Hosted in the vibrant Distillery Historic District of Toronto, the ICFF Lavazza IncluCity Festival is celebrated for spotlighting diverse voices, groundbreaking storytelling, and inclusive cinema from around the world. This year’s edition was packed with electrifying screenings, immersive cultural experiences, and star-studded moments, and Meg Otanwa stole the spotlight!

Widely known for her powerful, layered performances and stunning on-screen presence, Meg’s latest win cements her status as one of Africa’s finest acting exports, representing Nollywood with grace and grit on international platforms.