Top Nigerian music stars dominated the Best African Music act award list for the 2023 MOBO awards billed for February 7, 2024 in Sheffield UK.
The list includes Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Rema, Adekunle Gold, Asake, Ayra Starr, Libianca Cameroon, Tyla South Africa, Uncle Waffles Eswatini who have been nominated for the Best African Music act caterogy. Hit-making producer P2J and gospel artist Limoblaze are two other Nigerians who make up the nominations.
Now in its 26th year, the ceremony has served as the top honor for music of black origin in the UK.
Speaking on the upcoming show, MOBO Founder Kanya King said in a statement:
“We are proud to champion this year’s incredible lineup of nominees for the 26th MOBO Awards, who have all brought stellar music and content to our attention through their remarkable work in music, film, TV, online and more.
“Since 1996, we’ve celebrated Black music and culture, breaking new ground and leading the way, seeing MOBO evolve and innovate to champion outstanding talent beyond music. This year’s nominees not only represent the best of their genre and artform and an incredible year of music, but also continue our dedication to sustaining an inclusive ecosystem where diverse talent is both recognised and empowered to thrive.
“With the advancement of our MOBO UnSung talent programme and career development platform MOBOLISE, we are ready and excited to take our pioneer status to the next level, to celebrate and recognise the vast contributions of trailblazing musicians and cultural heroes, in a way that only MOBO can.”
