Nigeria’s ace singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has won the Best African Act, at the 2017 edition of the prestigious Music of Black Origin Awards.
The 22nd MOBO Awards was held on Wednesday night at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Adeleke edged out Wizkid, Eazi, Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal, Maleek Berry and others to pitch the Best African Act award.
Nigeria’s star boy, Wizkid, who did not disappoint his fans also won the Best International Act, beating top artists like Drake, SZA, Cardi B, JAY-Z and Kendrick Lamar, among others.
On the international scene, English grime and Hip Hop artist, Stormzy, was the biggest winner of the night winning in three prestigious categories – Best Male Artist, Best Grime Act and Best Album.
Dave emerged as the Best Newcomer edging out Jorja Smith, Kojo Funds, Stefflon Don, Yxng Bane, and others while Best Song went to J Hus for his chart-topping song titled: Did You See.
MOBO Award show is held annually in the United Kingdom to recognise artists of any ethnicity or nationality performing black music.
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