Nigerian actor-turned-politician Desmond Elliot stirred a social media frenzy with his fashion choice at the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), held in Lagos on Saturday.
The 11th edition of the prestigious award ceremony brought together top figures in the entertainment industry, but it was Elliot’s appearance in a voluminous black ball-gown-style outfit that became one of the night’s most talked-about moments.
His attire drew mixed reactions online, with some praising the bold fashion statement while others were less impressed — comparing him to both a priest and the fairytale character Cinderella.
lydia.zippora said: “Hmm this one nah low budget cinderella! He need to lost him shoe for the party, so that he will be crying inozikwa ome boom. Prince Pretty Mike go pick him from there, you already know the rest.”
theamazing_gift said, “Are you an Israelite sir? Which one wey you dey wear skirt?”
amai_lisha wrote; “Kinda disturbing.”
mc_approko noted, “You all should just tell him the truth and stop deceiving him. This is not right na.”
ezinnejoy247 said, “Madam Elliott dripping.”
_miss_p write, “Yooh, having fans must be nice, lying to you guys no, there is nothing nice, be honest to your favorite.”
wondermike26; “This is so nice. But how will you sit down?”
