The 17th edition of The Headies Awards took place over the weekend in Lagos—celebrating African music, culture, and unity in grand style. The event brought together fans, industry leaders, and emerging talents for an evening dedicated to the artists and sounds that defined the past year.

Hosted by award-winning actress Nancy Isime, the ceremony kicked off with a lively performance by Blaqbonez, setting the stage for a night of music and cultural pride. Ayomaff, Qing Madi, Odumodublvck, L.A.X, and Juma Jux delivered thrilling performances, while appearances from Shallipopi, Davido and Annie Macaulay kept the momentum high.

This year’s ceremony recognised everything from Afrobeats to street pop, spotlighting both fresh voices and established stars. Odumodublvck took home one of the night’s top honours, winning the coveted Next Rated award, while Tems received Best Recording of the Year for her track “Burning.”

An emotional moment came when Mohbad was posthumously named Best Street Hop Artist. His family accepted the award on his behalf, with his wife delivering a heartfelt tribute that moved many in the audience.

Special Recognition Awards were presented to Governor Babajide Sanwo–Olu, Alex Okosi, Amaju Pinnick, and Kingsley “Kcee” Okonkwo. Humanitarian Awards also went to Temitola Adekunle Johnson and Michelle Mukoro (King Mitchy) for their impactful contributions beyond the stage.

Other major wins on the night included Davido, Rema, Lojay, and Qing Madi.

See the full list of winners below:

Rookie of the Year

• Zerry DL — Winner
• Taves
• Kaestyle
• Llona

Soundtrack of the Year

• Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack” – TCJ and Abbey Wonder — Winner
• “Eledumare” – Teledalase (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre)
• “Lose to Gain” – Kaline (Breath 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 Heartbreak Song” – Ayra Starr
• “Level” – Niniola
• “Stranger” – Simi
• “Tomorrow” – Yemi Alade

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)

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)
• “Charm” – Rema
• “Lonely at the Top” – Asake
• “City Boys” – Burna Boy

Headies’ Viewers’ Choice

• “EGWU” – Chike & Mohbad — Winner
• “Charm” – Rema
• “Lonely at the Top” – Asake
• “Big Baller” – Flavour
• “City Boys” – Burna Boy

Headies Next Rated

• Odumodublvck — Winner
• Qing Madi
• Shallipopi
• Ayo Maff
• Nasboi

Best Digital Artiste of the Year

• Davido — Winner
• Burna Boy
• Rema
• Asake
• Ayra Starr

Best East African Artiste of the Year

• Juma Jux (Tanzania) — Winner
• Bien (Kenya)
• Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
• Bruce Melodie (Rwanda)
• Azawi (Uganda)

Best Central African Artiste of the Year

• Innoss’B (DRC) — Winner
• Gaz Mawete (DRC)
• Emma’A (Gabon)
• Eboloko (Gabon)
• Singuila (Central African Republic)
• Kocee (Cameroon)

Special Recognition Awards

• Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos State)
• Alex Okosi
• Amaju Pinnick
• Kingsley “Kcee” Okonkwo

Humanitarian Awards

• Temitola Adekunle Johnson
• Michelle Mukoro (King Mitchy)

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Flavour was nothing short of amazing last night at the 17th Headies Awards, getting the audience on their feet and dancing to the sweet rhythms of his live performance. He delivered a medley of his hit songs, including ‘Nwa Baby,’ ‘Big Baller,’ and ‘Game Changer,’ with saxophonists, trumpeters, and backup dancers bringing even more life to the stage. But you know what was even more impressive? His outfit.

Styled by the popular Swanky Jerry, Flavour embodied royalty in a long, flowing coat made from rich red fabric covered with crown patterns. The coat featured a red velvet collar and lapels, adding an extra layer of opulence to his look.

Underneath, he wore a high-necked, bright red top with wide, dramatic sleeves that flared out at the cuffs. His trousers, made from the same fabric and colour, completed the striking outfit.

Of course, Flavour never holds back when it comes to accessories. He wore dark sunglasses and a single layer of necklace. His locs were styled neatly, and the whole outfit carried a strong sense of presence and style.

It was truly premium or nothing.

See more of his look below and catch his lively performance.

 

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