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Odumodublvck, Flavour, Asake, Davido, Tems, See Full list of winners at 17th Headies awards
The 17th edition of the Headies awards was held on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, celebrating the music industry’s brightest stars. Big winners of the night included Zerry DL, Tems, Flavour, Rema, and Davido.
The star-studded event attracted major names from entertainment and politics, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Also seen on the red carpet were Tanzanian singer Juma Jux and his wife Priscilla, actress Nancy Isime, Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan (BamBam), socialite Cubana Chief Priest, and Big Brother Naija 2021 winner White Money.
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Other notable guests included Collins Enebeli Ajereh, father of Mavin Records’ boss Don Jazzy, and Lagos State Commissioner for Information, Gbenga Omotoso.
Here’s the full list of winners at the 17th Headies Awards:
Rookie of the Year
- Zerry DL — Winner
- Taves
- Kaestyle
- Llona
Soundtrack of the Year
- “Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack” – TCJ and Abbey Wonder (A Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack) — Winner
- “Eledumare” – Teledalase (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre)
- “Lose to Gain” – Kaline (Breathe of Life)
- “Kill Boro” – Native Filmworks and Wizard Chan (Kill Boro)
- “Orisa” – Beriola (Orisa)
- “Emotions” – Tiwa Savage and Asa (Water and Garri)
Best Recording of the Year
- “Burning” – Tems — Winner
- “Different Patterns” – Seyi Vibez
- “Higher” – Burna Boy
- “Last Heartbreak Song” – Ayra Starr and Giveon
- “Billions” – Sarz and Lojay
Best Vocal Performance (Male)
- “Billions” – Lojay — Winner
- “Moving” – Omah Lay
- “Gratitude” – Anendlessocean
- “For You” – Johnny Drille
- “Ke Na Ke So” – Timi Dakolo
Best Vocal Performance (Female)
- “I’m Done” – Liya — Winner
- “Last Song Heartbreak” – Ayra Starr
- “Level” – Niniola
- “Stranger” – Simi
- “Tomorrow” – Yemi Alade
Special Recognition Award Recipients
- Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos
- Alex Okosi
- Amaju Pinnick
Songwriter of the Year
- “Vision” – Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma (Qing Madi) — Winner
- “Stranger” – Simisola Kosoko (Simi)
- “Can’t Breathe” – Michael Ajuma Attah (Llona)
- “Family Meeting” – Emoseh Khamofu (Bloody Civilian)
- “Stages of Life” – Fuayefika Maxwell (Wizard Chan)
Humanitarian Award Recipients
- Temitola Adekunle Johnson
- Michelle Mukoro (King Mitchy)
Producer of the Year
- “OZEBA” – London — Winner
- “Happiness” – Sarz
- “Basquiat” – Magicsticks
- “HEHEHE” – Rema, Producer X, Cubeatz, Deatz and Klimperboy
- “Different Patterns” – Dibs
Afrobeats Album of the Year
- HEIS – Rema — Winner
- Stubborn – Victony
- Work of Art – Asake
- The Year I Turned 21 – Ayra Starr
- Jiggy Forever – Young Jonn
Music Video of the Year
- “EGWU” – Director Pink — Winner
- “Charm” – Rema, Perliks and Folarin Oludare
- “Metaverse” – Jyde Ajala
- “Like Ice Spice” – Perliks and Emeka Shine Shine
- “Ojapiano” – Mattmax
- “Showa” – TG Omori
- “Na Money” – Dammy Twitch
Afrobeats Single of the Year
- “Big Baller” – Flavour — Winner
- “Big Big Things” – Young Jonn (feat. Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez)
- “Twe Twe Remix” – Kizz Daniel
- “Egwu” – Chike (feat. Mohbad)
- “Remember” – Asake
- “Ogechi Remix” – Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel (feat. Davido)
Headies’ Viewers’ Choice
- “Egwu” – Chike & Mohbad — Winner
- “Big Baller” – Flavour
- “Big Big Things” – Young Jonn (feat. Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez)
- “Ogechi Remix” – Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel (feat. Davido)
- “Showa” – Kizz Daniel
- “Different Pattern” – Seyi Vibez
- “OZEBA” – Rema
- “Love Me Jeje” – Tems
- “Cast” – Shallipopi (feat. Odumodublvck)
- “Dealer” – Ayo Maff (feat. Fireboy DML)
Headies Next Rated
- Odumodublvck — Winner
- Qing Madi
- Shallipopi
- Ayo Maff
- Nasboi
Best Digital Artiste of the Year
- Davido — Winner
- Ayra Starr
- Rema
- Shallipopi
- Tems
- Kizz Daniel
- Asake
Best East African Artiste of the Year
- Juma Jux (Tanzania) — Winner
- Bien (Kenya)
- Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
- Bruce Melodie (Rwanda)
- Azawi (Uganda)
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Viral Video Shows Very Dark Man and Mr Jollof Fighting on United Nigeria Airlines Flight
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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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