Fred Amata

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Fred Amata
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Amata at the 2021 Africa Movie Academy Award
Born
Fred Amata

Nationality Nigerian
Citizenship Nigeria
Alma mater University of Jos
Occupation(s)Actor, producer, director
Years active1986-till present

Fred Amata is a Nigerian actor, producer and director. [1] [2] A graduate of Theatre Arts from the University of Jos, Fred shot into the limelight in 1986 for his role in a film titled Legacy. He served as the President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria from 27 February 2016 to 2021, and was succeeded by Victor Okhai. [3] [4] [5]

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Partial filmography

Awards and nominations

Fred Amata awards and nominations
Totals [a]
Wins0
Nominations4
Note
  1. Certain award groups do not simply award one winner. They acknowledge several different recipients, have runners-up, and have third place. Since this is a specific recognition and is different from losing an award, runner-up mentions are considered wins in this award tally. For simplification and to avoid errors, each award in this list has been presumed to have had a prior nomination.
YearAward ceremonyRecipient/Nominated workPrizeResult
2006 2nd Africa Movie Academy Awards Himself Best Director Nominated
Anini Best Film Nominated
2007 3rd Africa Movie Academy Awards Himself Best Actor in a Supporting Role Nominated
2010 6th Africa Movie Academy Awards Freedom in Chain Best Nigerian Film Nominated

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