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Burna Boy Bags Seven Nominations For BET Hip Hop Awards 2023 [Full List]

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2 years ago

September 8, 2023

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Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy has bagged seven nominations for the 2023 edition of the BET Hip-Hop Awards.

The award organizers released the full nomination list on Thursday.

21 Savage and Cardi B took the lead with this year’s nominations after bagging 12 each while Drake followed with nine.

Burna Boy got seven nominations while J. Cole scored six nods. Coi Leray, GloRilla, and Jay-Z were tied at five nods each.

The self-styled African Giant was nominated for the ‘Hip-Hop Artiste of the Year’, ‘Song of the Year,’ ‘Best Hip-Hop Video’, ‘Best Collaboration’, ‘Best Live Performer’, ‘Lyricist of the Year’, and ‘Hustler of the Year’ categories.

Burna Boy also bagged four nominations for the 2023 edition of the BET Awards in June.

See the complete list below:

Hip-hop Artist of the Year
21 Savage
Burna Boy
Cardi B
Drake
Glorilla
J. Cole
Kendrick Lamar
Lil Uzi Vert

I meant I might not stay

“All My Life” – Lil Durk feat. J. Cole
“God Did” – DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z , John Legend & Fridayy
“Just Wanna Rock” – Lil Uzi Vert
“Players” – Coi Leray
“Put It On Da Floor Again” – Latto feat. Cardi B
“Rich Flex” – Drake & 21 Savage
“Sittin’ On Top Of The World” – Burna Boy feat. 21 Savage
“Tomorrow 2” – GloRilla & Cardi B

Hip-hop Album of the Year

Anyways, Life’s Great… – GloRilla
Coi – Coi Leray
God Did – DJ Khaled
Her Loss – Drake & 21 Savage
Heroes & Villains – Metro Boomin
Jackman – Jack Harlow
Pink Tape – Lil Uzi Vert
Traumazine – Megan Thee Stallion

Best Hip-hop Video

“Just Wanna Rock” – Lil Uzi Vert
“Players” (DJ Smallz 732 – Jersey Club Remix) – Coi Leray
“Put It On Da Floor Again” – Latto feat. Cardi B
“Shake Sumn” – DaBaby
“Sittin’ On Top Of The World” – Burna Boy feat. 21 Savage
“Spin Bout U” – Drake & 21 Savage
“Tomorrow 2” – Glorilla & Cardi B

Best Collaboration

“All My Life” – Lil Durk feat. J. Cole
“God Did” – DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy
“Players” (DJ Saige Remix) – Coi Leray feat. Busta Rhymes
“Princess Diana” – Ice Spice & Nicki Minaj
“Put It On Da Floor Again” – Latto feat. Cardi B
“Sittin’ On Top Of The World” – Burna Boy feat. 21 Savage
“Tomorrow 2” – Glorilla & Cardi B

Impact Track

“30” – Nas
“All My Life” – Lil Durk Feat. J. Cole
“Anxiety” – Megan Thee Stallion
“Can’t Win for Nothing” – Symba
“Champions” – NLE Choppa
“God Did” – DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy
“Scientists & Engineers” – Killer Mike & André 3000 feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane
“Therapy Pt. 2” – Robert Glasper feat. Mac Miller

Best Duo or Group

City Girls
DJ Drama & Jeezy
Drake & 21 Savage
Earthgang
Larry June & The Alchemist
Quavo & Takeoff
Rae Sremmurd

Best Live Performer

Burna Boy
Busta Rhymes
Cardi B
Coi Leray
Dababy
Drake
Kendrick Lamar
Megan Thee Stallion

Best Breakthrough Hip-hop Artist

Armani White
Central Cee
Doechii
Finesse2tymes
Ice Spice
Kaliii
Lola Brooke
Sexyy Redd

Lyricist of the Year

21 Savage
André 3000
Burna Boy
Cardi B
Conway The Machine
Drake
J. Cole
Kendrick Lamar

Producer of the Year

Atl Jacob
DJ Khaled
Dr. Dre
Hit-Boy
Hitmaka
Kaytranada
London On Da Track
Metro Boomin
The Alchemist
Video Director of the Year
Anderson .Paak
Cole Bennett
Colin Tilley
DaBaby & Reel Goats
Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
Dave Meyers
Travis Scott

DJ of the Year

Chase B
D-Nice
DJ Cassidy
DJ Clark Kent
DJ Drama
DJ Jazzy Jeff
DJ Khaled
Kaytranada
Metro Boomin

Best Hip-hop Platform

AllHipHop
Caresha Please
Drink Champs
Hiphop Dx
Million Dollaz Worth Of Game
Rap Caviar
The Breakfast Club
The Joe Budden Podcast
XXL

Hustler of the Year

21 Savage
50 Cent
Burna Boy
Cardi B
Caresha
DJ Khaled
Drake
Jay-Z

Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse

21 Savage – “Creepin’” (Metro Boomin feat. The Weeknd & 21 Savage)
21 Savage – “Peaches & Eggplants” (Young Nudy feat. 21 Savage)
André 3000 – “Scientists & Engineers” (Killer Mike & André 3000 feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane)
Cardi B – “Tomorrow 2” (Glorilla & Cardi B)
Cardi B – “Put It On Da Floor Again” (Latto feat. Cardi B)
Drake – “Oh U Went” (Young Thug feat. Drake)
J. Cole – “All My Life” (Lil Durk feat. J. Cole)
Jay-Z – “God Did” (DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z , John Legend & Fridayy)

Best International Flow

Aka (South Africa)
Black Sherif (Ghana)
Central Cee (UK)
Gazo (France)
J Hus (UK)
K.O (South Africa)
Major Rd (Brazil)
Ninho (France)
Sampa The Great (Zambia)
Tasha & Tracie (Brazil)

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Adekunle Gold Unveils Street Named After Him In Lagos

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2 days ago

October 7, 2025

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Nigerian music star, Adekunle Gold has received a remarkable honour with a street in Lagos named after him.
The 38-year-old singer shared the heartwarming moment with fans on Instagram, posting a video that captured the unveiling ceremony.

In the clip, Adekunle Gold was seen alongside his wife, Simi, and their daughter, Deja, as they jointly pulled back a veil to reveal the new signpost bearing his full name , “Adekunle Kosoko Street.”

Expressing gratitude for the recognition, the “Sade” crooner wrote:

“Adekunle Kosoko Street. The city that raised me now carries my name. Thank you, Lord, for my many blessings.”

The honour carries a deep sense of history for Adekunle Gold, who hails from the Kosoko royal family of Lagos Island.

His lineage traces back to Oba Kosoko, the former king of Lagos who reigned from 1845 to 1851.

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Moment Adekunle Gold Light Up BBNaija S10 Finale With ‘Party No Dey Stop’

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4 days ago

October 5, 2025

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Singer Adekunle Gold brought a burst of energy to the Big Brother Naija Season 10 grand finale with a vibrant performance of his hit track ‘Party No Dey Stop.’

The moment he appeared on stage, the crowd erupted in excitement, singing along word for word. Dressed in his signature stylish outfit, the Afrobeats star owned the stage with confidence and charisma, setting the perfect tone for the night.

Fans online were quick to react, with many praising his stage presence and calling his performance the “perfect opener” for the show.

His lively set officially kicked off the finale, creating an electric atmosphere as the finalists and viewers gear up to find out who will take home the grand prize.

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JUST IN: Season 10 BBNaija Winner Emerges

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4 days ago

October 5, 2025

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It’s official! Imisioluwa Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10. The reality-TV sensation, who has been the talk of the town since the show’s premiere, clinched the grand prize after weeks of intense competition.

The grand finale, which aired today, Sunday, October 5, 2025, was an electrifying show as fans across the country and beyond waited anxiously to see who would take home the title.

Imisi, backed by her passionate fan base known as the Imistars, beat out her closest rivals to claim the top spot in what many are calling one of the most competitive seasons yet.

Throughout the season, Imisi was a consistent headline maker. From her bold personality and strategic gameplay to her emotional vulnerability and ability to stay true to herself, she captivated millions of viewers. Her name trended across social media almost daily, making her one of the most talked-about housemates of the season.

The tenth season, themed “10/10,” lived up to its name, packed with drama, romance, friendship, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments. Fans have described it as one of the most entertaining and unpredictable seasons of the reality show to date.

Imisi’s triumph marks another milestone in the Big Brother Naija legacy, as the show continues to shape pop culture and produce some of Nigeria’s biggest entertainment stars. As the celebration continues, one thing is sure: Imisioluwa Ayanwale’s win is truly 10/10.