Latest news about headies award
The Headies Awards! Here are the latest news and updates about the prestigious Nigerian music awards:
2022 Headies Awards
The 15th edition of The Headies Awards took place on February 21, 2022, at the Cobhams Asuquo's Live Arena in Lagos, Nigeria. The event was hosted by Nigerian comedian, Bovi, and actress, Nancy Isime.
Winners
Some of the notable winners at the 2022 Headies Awards include:
- Artist of the Year: Wizkid
- Song of the Year: "Essence" by Wizkid (feat. Tems)
- Best Male Vocal Performance: Omah Lay - "Bad Influence"
- Best Female Vocal Performance: Tiwa Savage - "Koroba" (feat. Mohombi)
- Best Rap Single: "Buga" by Burna Boy (feat. Ed Sheeran)
- Best Music Video: "Essence" by Wizkid (feat. Tems)
Controversies
As with any major awards ceremony, there were some controversies surrounding the 2022 Headies Awards. Some artists and fans felt that the nominees and winners were not representative of the best in Nigerian music, while others criticized the voting process.
Future of The Headies
In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, the founder of The Headies, Audu Maikori, revealed that the awards ceremony might be revamped to include more categories and a more inclusive voting process. He also hinted at the possibility of expanding the awards to include other African countries.
Upcoming Edition
The 16th edition of The Headies Awards is expected to take place in 2023. The organizers have announced that the event will be held in a new location, with more details to be revealed in the coming months.
Stay tuned for more updates on The Headies Awards!