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#16thHeadies: Asake, Blaqbonez, Odumodublvck, Burna Boy win big || See List of Winners

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The 16th edition of Nigerian music’s most popular music show, “The Headies,” was held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, United States, on Sunday, September 3, 2023.

The show, billed as a celebration of the African Renaissance, was hosted by award-winning actress and producer Osas Ighodaro and American actor, TV presenter, and model Terrence J.

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AsakeRemaBurna Boy, and Odumodublvck were among the biggest winners on a night that witnessed a lot of wonderful moments.

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One of the pivotal moments of the evening was when Rema gave a stirring speech on the importance of honouring and holding up our music institutions. The singer went home with two awards.

Wande CoalBlaqbonezSeyi Vibez, and Odumodublvck, four artists with unique styles of music, delivered amazing performances in the show, a testament to the multifaceted nature of the ever-evolving nature of the Nigerian music scene.

Music producer turned singer Young Jonn also thrilled the audience with his hit songs.

See list of winners below:

ROOKIE OF  THE YEAR

Odumodublvck

Guchi

Bayanni

Khaid

Bloody Civilian

Eltee Skillz

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

Magicstickz (Sungba Remix)

Pheelz (Electricity)

Andrevibez & London (Calm Down)

Tempoe (Soweto)

Kel-P (Kpe Paso)

Rexxie (Abracadabra)

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR

“Loyal” Simi

“I’m a Mess” Omah Lay

“Lift Me Up” Tems

“Alone” Burna Boy

“In My Mind” BNXN fka Buju

“Earth Song” Wizard Chan

BEST R&B SINGLE

“For My Hand” by Bruna Boy ft ED Sheeran

“Mmadu” by CKay

“Just 4 u” by Dami Oniru

“Red Wine” By Preye

“Hard to Find” by Chike ft Flavour

“Loyal” by Simi ft Fave

BEST RAP SINGLE

“Hustle” by Reminisce ft BNXN

“Big Energy” by Ladi Poe

“Back in Uni” by Blaq Bonez

“Bando Diaries” by Psycho YP ft Odumodublvck

“Declan Rice” by Odumodublvck

“My Bro” by Jeriq the Hussla ft Phyno

BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)

“Loyal” Simi

“In Between” Waje

“Memories” Niniola

“Adua Remix” Liya

“Red Wine” Preye Itams

“Just 4 U” Dami Oniru

BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE)

“KU LO SA” Oxlade

“My Only Baby” Ric Hassani

“Love Don’t Cost a Dime” Magixx

“Spell Remix” Chike

“Reckless” Praiz

“Kpe Paso” Wande Coal

BEST ALTERNATIVE SONG

“Earth Song” by Wizard Chan

“Final Champion” by Cruel Santino

“The Traveller” by Basket Mouth and The Cavemen

“In a Loop” By BOJ ft Mellissa

“Game Changer” by Flavour

“Tinko Tinko” by Obongjayar

BEST MUSIC VIDEO

“Back in Uni” by Blaq Bonez Perliks

“PBUY” By TG Omori

“Spell (Remix)” by Director Pink

“Common Person” By Director K

“Bandana” by TG Omori

“Calm Down (Remix)” by Director K

BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR

“Alone” by Burna Boy

“Soweto” by Victony and Tempoe

“I’m a Mess” by Omah Lay

“Ku lo sa” By Oxlade

“Stand Strong” by Davido

“No Woman, No Cry” by Tems

BEST COLLABORATION

Asake Ft. Burna Boy – “Sungba Remix”

Bnxn Ft. Kizz Daniel & Seyi Vibez – “Gwagwalada”

Pheelz ft. BNXN – “FINESSE”

Spyro ft. Tiwa Savage– “Who’s Your Guy Remix”

Pheelz ft. Davido – “Electricity”

Wande Coal Ft. Olamide – “Kpe Paso”

BEST STREET-HOP ARTISTE

Rexxie Ft. Naira Marley & Skiibii – “Abracadabra”

Seyi Vibez – “Chance (Na Ham)”

Asake – “Joha”

Zlatan Ft. Young Jonn – “Astalavista”

Poco Lee & Hotkid– “Otilo”

Mohbad– “Peace”

AFROBEATS SINGLE OF THE YEAR

“Last Last” – Burna Boy

“Rush”– Ayra Starr

“Buga” – Kizz Daniel & Tekno

“Finesse” – Pheelz Ft. Bnxn

“Who’s Your Guy?” – Spyro

“Asiwaju” – Ruger

HEADIES’ VIEWERS’ CHOICE

Ruger – “Asiwaju”

Victony & Tempoe – “Soweto”

Fireboy DML & Asake – “Bandana”

Ayra Starr– “Rush”

Asake – “Terminator”

Mavins – “Overloading (Overdose)”

Crayon – “Ijo (Laba Laba)”

Oxlade – “Ku Lo Sa”

Kizz Daniel & Tekno – “Buga”

Pheelz & Davido – “Electricity”

BEST R&B ALBUM

Home – Johnny Drille

The Brother’s Keeper – Chike

Reckless – Praiz

Waje 2.0 – Waje

Matter Of Time – Dami Oniru

To Be Honest (TBH) – Simi

BEST ALTERNATIVE ALBUM

Horoscopes – Basketmouth

Gbagada Express – Boj

Some Nights I Dream Of Doors – Obongjayar

Subaru Boys: Final Heaven – Cruel Santino

Heart Of The Heavenly Undeniable – Somadina

Native World – Native Sound System

BEST RAP ALBUM

Fly Talk Only – Payper Corleone

Palmwine Music Vol 3 – Show Dem Camp

Young Preacher – Blaqbonez

YPSZN3 – PsychoYP

Teslim: The Energy Still Lives In Me – Vector

Billion Dollar Dream – Jeriq

ALBUM OF THE YEAR

Love, Damini – Burna Boy

Mr Money With The Vibe – Asake

Rave And Roses – Rema

Boy Alone – Omah Lay

Outlaw – Victony

Timeless – Davido

SONG OF THE YEAR

“Calm Down” – Rema

“Last Last” – Burna Boy

“KU LO SA” – Oxlade

“Buga” – Kizz Daniel & Tekno

“Finesse” – Pheelz Ft. Bnxn

“Sungba Remix” – Asake Ft. Burna Boy

BEST FEMALE ARTISTE

Tems

Simi

Ayra Starr

Tiwa Savage

BEST MALE ARTISTE

Asake

Rema

Kizz Daniel

Ruger

Omah Lay

Burna Boy

NEXT RATED

Young Jonn

Seyi Vibez

Asake

Victony

Spyro

AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

Rema (Nigeria)

Burna Boy (Nigeria)

Marwa Loud (Morocco)

Black Sherif (GHANA)

Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)

LYRICIST ON THE ROLL

Ladipoe – “Clowns”

Vector – “Clowns”

Payper Corleone – “Fly Talk Only”

Alpha Ojini – “Vigilante Bop”

A-Q – “Family First”

TEC (SDC) – “Live Life”

BEST INSPIRATIONAL SINGLE

“STAND STRONG” – Davido Ft. Sunday Service Choir

“Jireh (My Provider)” – Limoblaze, Lecrae & Happi Music

“This Year” – Victor Thompson & Ehis ‘D’ Greatest

“Eze Ebube” – Neon Adejo

“Tobechukwu” – Nathaniel Bassey And Mercy Chinwo

“I Get Backing” – Victoria Orenze

DIGITAL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

Burna Boy

Ayra Starr

Rema

Omah Lay

Kizz Daniel

Asake

BEST WEST AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

Gyakie (Ghana)

Black Sherif (Ghana)

The Therapist (Liberia)

Camidoh (Ghana)

BEST EAST AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

Zuchu

Diamond Platnumz

Rayvanny

Eddy Kenzo

Hewan Gebreworld

BEST NORTH AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

Marwa Loud – Morocco

Wegz – Egypt

El Grande Toto – Morocco

Soolking – Algeria

BEST SOUTHERN AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

AKA (South Africa)

Nasty C – South Africa

Costa Titch – South Africa

Uncle Waffles – South Africa

Focalistic – South Africa

DJ Tarico – Mozambique

BEST CENTRAL AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

Fally Ipupa – Democratic Republic Of Congo

Gaz Mawete – Democratic Republic Of Congo

Matias Damasio – Angola

Emma’a – Gabon

Libianca – Cameroon

INTERNATIONAL ARTISTE RECOGNITION

Sean ‘Love’ Combs

HALL OF FAME

Youssou N’dour

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

SOUND SULTAN

INTERNATIONAL ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Drake

Future

Selena Gomez

Don Toliver

Ed Sheeran


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Viral Video Shows Very Dark Man and Mr Jollof Fighting on United Nigeria Airlines Flight

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A viral video circulating on social media has captured a dramatic altercation between popular social media commentator Very Dark Man and entertainer Mr Jollof aboard a United Nigeria Airlines flight from Asaba to Lagos.

According to eyewitnesses, the disagreement began shortly after passengers settled into their seats. The confrontation quickly escalated into a heated exchange, drawing attention from shocked travellers and prompting flight officials to intervene.

In the video, crew members can be seen attempting to calm both men, but the situation intensified to the point where airline staff ordered their removal for the safety and comfort of other passengers.

The airline offloaded the two men before takeoff, causing a brief delay as order was restored. It remains unclear what triggered the clash, but social media users have continued to debate the incident, with many expressing surprise over the public outburst.

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United Nigeria Airlines has yet to issue an official statement regarding the disruption.


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Baba Ijesha Released From Prison After Appeal Court Overturns Conviction — Yomi Fabiyi Confirms

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After spending 4 years and 7 months behind bars for sexually assaulting a minor, Baba Ijesha has finally regained his freedom from prison
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Nigerian actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has reportedly been released from prison after spending more than three years in custody.

The news was announced by fellow actor and close associate Yomi Fabiyi, who shared the update in an Instagram post on Friday. According to Fabiyi, Baba Ijesha regained his freedom after an appeal court overturned his conviction for the sexual assault of a minor.

“You are now officially FREE AND OUT. Baba Ijesha is not just back but BETTER,” Fabiyi wrote, celebrating the court decision and his colleague’s release.

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Baba Ijesha had been serving a sentence handed down by a Lagos court before the successful appeal.

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Davido Electrifies Ibadan Stadium in 5ive Alive Tour Homecoming

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Nigerian global music icon Davido Adeleke brought the energy of his acclaimed 5ive Alive World Tour to a thunderous finale at the Liberty Stadium in Ibadan on Tuesday, November 12, 2025.

The performance marked a symbolic homecoming for Davido, who first graced an Ibadan stage in 2011 as an up-and-coming artist. Fourteen years later, he returned as one of Africa’s biggest stars commanding a crowd of tens of thousands and wrapping up the Nigerian leg of his sold-out world tour.

Fans filled the stadium hours before showtime, chanting his name and waving light sticks as anticipation built. Davido delivered a two-hour set packed with career-defining hits, including Dami Duro, If, Fall, Unavailable, and Feel. The stage production featured pyrotechnics, LED visuals, and guest appearances from Afrobeat collaborators such as Mayorkun and Logos Olori.

Tour organizers revealed that the 5ive Alive concerts sold over 98,000 tickets across Nigeria, with stops in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, and Ibadan. The tour, launched earlier in 2025, has drawn international acclaim for its precision, crowd engagement, and Davido’s ability to blend nostalgia with modern Afrobeat energy.

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However, the tour wasn’t without somber moments. Reports of two fatalities from overcrowding at the Enugu stop earlier in the month cast a shadow over the celebrations. While Davido’s management has not released an official statement, sources close to the artist confirmed that financial and emotional support was quietly extended to the victims’ families.

In Ibadan, Davido took a reflective pause between songs to thank his fans for their loyalty:

“Ibadan was one of the first cities that believed in me. From 2011 till now look where we are. This is love, this is home,” he said to roaring applause.

As the 5ive Alive tour now prepares to move to Europe and North America, Davido’s Ibadan performance stands as both a triumphant homecoming and a reminder of his decade-long journey as a symbol of modern Nigerian music excellence.

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Davido Splashes ₦1.08 Billion on 2025 Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan

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Nigerian superstar David Adeleke, aka Davido aka OBO, has done it again and this time, it’s on four luxurious wheels worth a jaw-dropping ₦1.08 billion!

The award-winning Afrobeats icon has reportedly taken delivery of a 2025 Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan, adding another masterpiece to his ever-growing fleet of exotic rides.

The 2025 Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan isn’t your regular SUV, it’s a statement on wheels. The limited-edition luxury ride features an illuminated front grille, bespoke interior finishes, 23-inch alloy wheels, and the signature Spirit of Ecstasy in black chrome.

With its handcrafted details, bold design, and a twin turbocharged V12 engine, this SUV is designed for those who live life unapologetically and Davido fits that description perfectly.

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Davido gave fans a sneak peek of his latest acquisition on social media, where the billionaire entertainer shared clips of the new ride gleaming in his garage.

As expected, fans went wild flooding the comment section with congratulations, fire emojis, and admiration for his unstoppable success.

“OBO is living the dream! Billion-naira ride? This one choke!” one fan wrote.
“When Davido says we rise by lifting others, he’s clearly talking about horsepower!” joked another.

This isn’t Davido’s first time turning heads with luxury cars. From his Lamborghini Aventador and Maybach S680 to his previous Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the singer’s garage reads like a billionaire’s dream list.

The 2025 Black Badge Cullinan, however, takes things to another level reinforcing Davido’s reputation as one of Africa’s most flamboyant entertainers and luxury enthusiasts.

What Makes It Special

  • Model: Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan (2025)
  • Estimated Cost: ₦1,080,000,000
  • Engine: 6.75L twin-turbocharged V12
  • Performance: 600 horsepower, ultra-smooth ride
  • Interior: Bespoke leather, starlight headliner, carbon-fiber detailing
 
 
 
 
 
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Davido’s extravagant purchase has once again proven that he’s not just winning in music he’s winning in life. With back-to-back hits, international tours, and mega endorsement deals, the singer continues to redefine what it means to be a global Afrobeats superstar.

BONA NAIJA will continue to follow Davido’s luxury lifestyle updates because when OBO moves, the world watches.


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Burna Boy Makes Twitch Debut with PlaqueBoyMax in Freestyle Session

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Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy made his much-anticipated debut on Twitch during a late-night “In The Booth” session with popular streamer PlaqueBoyMax on Wednesday, pulling in thousands of live viewers worldwide.

The Nigerian Grammy winner engaged in a mix of music discussions, live freestyles, and spontaneous fan interactions, marking his first major appearance on a live-streaming platform.

During the stream, Burna Boy revealed that he has three new projects in the works and reaffirmed his commitment to writing all his own lyrics — a statement that drew praise from fans for his authenticity. He also spoke candidly about his preference for living in Nigeria, citing its freedom compared to the high incarceration rates in America.

The broadcast took a humorous turn when a user with the name “Davido” gifted multiple subscriptions, triggering laughter and playful commentary about the long-rumored rivalry between the two Afrobeats giants.

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The freestyle session quickly went viral across social media platforms, with clips circulating on X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, and fans celebrating Burna Boy’s unfiltered personality and cross-platform versatility.

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