Nigeria’s biggest music stars are set for another major awards showdown as nominations for the 18th Headies Awards put several Afrobeats heavyweights in contention.
Davido, Wizkid and Burna Boy all feature prominently in the nominations, while Omah Lay, Fola, Ayra Starr, Rema and other leading artistes also received multiple nominations.
Davido and Omah Lay’s “With You” is among the year’s strongest contenders, earning nominations in several major categories.
The Afrobeats Album of the Year category is also packed with big names, including Davido’s 5ive, Wizkid’s Morayo, Burna Boy’s No Sign of Weakness, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind, BNXN’s Captain and Adekunle Gold’s Fuji.
The awards will also recognise African music beyond Nigeria, with Congolese legend Awilo Longomba set to receive a Hall of Fame honour.
The 18th Headies is scheduled to hold in Toronto, Canada, on October 23, 2026.
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