The Headies will recognize some of the most notable talents in the rapidly expanding Afrobeats genre, including categories like rookie of the year, best West African artiste, and best R&B track. Ayra Starr, a first-time nominee, and Tems are the next most nominated artists for the big night, each with eight nods, followed by Wizkid, who has ten nominations. With seven nominations each, Adekunle Gold and Davido are tied for third place among all artists.
The yearly ceremony has featured hosts such Darey Art Alade, D’banj, Dakore Egbuson, Banky W., Rita Dominic, M.I, Tiwa Savage, and Dr. SID in Nigerian media.
The popular musician WizKid, who was born in Nigeria and is adored all over the world, effortlessly switches from his native Afro-Beat and hip-hop, Fela, and Drake. WizKid’s concept of 21st-century youth culture, where “all the music of the globe is coming together,” is reflected in his musical variety. His first international mixtape, Sounds from the Other Side, includes joint efforts with Chris Brown, Ty Dolla $ign, Drake, and Ty Dolla $ign, to name a few. from Lagos, South Africa, to Los Angeles, there are tracks that were recorded all around the world.