Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tems, other Nigerians shine bright at 2025 AAEA awards

Davido-Burna-boy-Wizkid-1024×576

By Seyi Babalola

Nigerian music stars, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Asake, Tems, Darkoo, Ayra Starr, and others dominated the 2025 Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA).

They won various categories at this year’s AAEA Music Awards.

The AAEA announced this on its web page.

Wizkid’s ‘Piece of My Heart’ featuring US singer, Brent Faiyaz won the Best Afro-R&B, while Davido and American singer Chris Brown won the Best Global Collaboration award for their song ‘Hmm’.

Asake’s song ‘MMS’ featuring Wizkid emerged the Best Afro-Native award. Also British-Nigerian singer, Darkoo won the award for the Best Diasporan Act with her hit single ‘Favourite Girl’ whose remix features Rema.

Burna Boy was named Overall Male Artist in Africa. Tyla won Overall Female Artist of the year and Best Female Artist, Southern Africa.

Tems was named Best Global African Female artiste. OdumoduBlvck won the Best Rapper in West Africa award.

Street pop-star, Seyi Vibez emerged Best Male Artist, West Africa, while Ayra Starr won Best Female Artist, West Africa award.

Breaking news & top stories

Stay connected with The Sun Newspaper

Get breaking news, exclusive stories, and live updates delivered straight to your phone. Join thousands of readers already following us on Whatsapp Channel and Telegram.

Breaking news & top stories

Follow The Sun Newspaper

Get live updates & exclusive stories delivered straight to your phone.

Breaking news & top stories

Stay connected with The Sun Newspaper

Get breaking news, exclusive stories, and live updates delivered straight to your phone. Join thousands of readers already following us on Whatsapp Channel and Telegram.