Uriel Oputa Reacts to AMVCA 2025 Best Dressed Snub: “My Dress Ate, I Was Just Late”

The Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025 dazzled fans and celebrities alike, but one moment that stirred online chatter came after Big Brother Naija star, Uriel Oputa, expressed her disappointment over not clinching the Best Dressed Female title.

While Liquorose emerged as the night's fashion queen, walking away with ₦1 million, Uriel took to her Instagram to boldly state that lateness, not lack of elegance, cost her the crown.

“This is not to knock anyone’s design. Everyone looked stunning,” Uriel wrote. “But let’s be honest, the only reason I didn’t win best dressed is because I was not there on time. Nobody can tell me my dress didn’t eat.”

💫 Fashion and FOMO at the AMVCA

Indeed, Uriel's ensemble made waves across social media, even hours after the event. Her fans echoed her sentiment, with many tagging her photos and writing, "You were robbed!" While fashion is subjective, it's hard to deny that the BBNaija star brought her A-game.

Meanwhile, Prince Nelson took home the Best Dressed Male award, making it a night of double BBNaija fashion wins.

💭 Opinion: When Style Meets Timing

The AMVCA red carpet is more than a photo op — it’s a battlefield of elegance, creativity, and punctuality. While Uriel's outfit may have made jaws drop, fashion moments are about being seen — and seen on time.

Her post brings up a deeper conversation about how timing and presence often matter just as much as the outfit itself in award events like this. No matter how gorgeous the gown, if it doesn’t hit the red carpet before voting or selection is done, it risks fading into the background.

Still, Uriel’s unapologetic confidence is exactly why she remains one of the most talked-about stars — dress win or not.

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