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Full List: Burna Boy, Asake, Davido, Others Nominated For MTV EMA ‘Best Afrobeats’ Category

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Afrobeats superstars Burna Boy, Asake, Ayra Starr and Davido have been nominated for the ‘Best Afrobeats’ category of the 2023 MTV Europe Music Awards.

The organizers of the MTV EMA Awards introduced the new category in the 2023 event.

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Nominees for the ‘Best Afrobeats’ category as announced on Wednesday are French-Malian superstar, Aya Nakamura, and Nigerian singers, Asake, Arya Starr, Burna Boy, Davido, and Rema.

In other categories, Rema’s collaborative hit song with Selena Gomez ‘Calm Down’ was nominated in the ‘Best Song’ and ‘Best Collaboration’ categories.

Asake, Burna Boy, Cameroonian superstar Libianca, Tanzanian star, Diamond Platnumz, and South Africa’s Tyler ICU were nominated in the ‘Best African Act’ category.

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Burna Boy also bagged a nomination in the “Best Live Performer” category alongside Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, and others.

American singer, Taylor Swift bagged the most nominations (7), including ‘Best Artist’, ‘Best Song,’ and ‘Best Video.’

The 2023 MTV EMA is scheduled for November 5, 2023, in Paris, France.

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Best Song

Doja Cat – “Paint The Town Red”

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Jung Kook feat. Latto – “Seven”

Miley Cyrus – “Flowers”

Olivia Rodrigo – “vampire”

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SZA – “Kill Bill”

Taylor Swift – “Anti-Hero”

Rema, Selena Gomez – “Calm Down”

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Best Video

Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion – “Bongos”

Doja Cat – “Paint The Town Red”

Little Simz – “Gorilla”

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Miley Cyrus – “Flowers”

Olivia Rodrigo – “vampire”

SZA – “Kill Bill”

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Taylor Swift – “Anti-Hero”

Best Artist

Doja Cat

Miley Cyrus

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Nicki Minaj

Olivia Rodrigo

SZA

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Taylor Swift

Best Collaboration

Central Cee x Dave – “Sprinter”

David Guetta, Anne-Marie, Coi Leray – “Baby Don’t Hurt Me”

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KAROL G, Shakira – “TQG”

Metro Boomin, The Weeknd, 21 Savage – “Creepin’”

PinkPantheress, Ice Spice – “Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2”

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Rema, Selena Gomez – “Calm Down”

Best New

Coi Leray

FLO

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Ice Spice

Peso Pluma

PinkPantheress

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Reneé Rapp

Best Pop

Billie Eilish

Dua Lipa

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Ed Sheeran

Miley Cyrus

Olivia Rodrigo

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Taylor Swift

Best Afrobeats

Asake

Aya Nakamura

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Ayra Starr

Burna Boy

Davido

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Rema

Best Rock

Arctic Monkeys

Foo Fighters

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Måneskin

Metallica

Red Hot Chili Peppers

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The Killers

Best Latin

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Anitta

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Bad Bunny

KAROL G

Peso Pluma

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ROSALÍA

Shakira

Best K-pop

FIFTY FIFTY

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Jung Kook

NewJeans

SEVENTEEN

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Stray Kids

TOMORROW X TOGETHER

Best Alternative

Blur

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Fall Out Boy

Lana Del Rey

Paramore

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Thirty Seconds To Mars

YUNGBLUD

Best Electronic

Alesso

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Calvin Harris

David Guetta

Swedish House Mafia

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Peggy Gou

Tiësto

Best Hip-Hop

Cardi B

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Central Cee

Lil Wayne

Lil Uzi Vert

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Metro Boomin

Nicki Minaj

Travis Scott

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Best R&B

Chlöe

Chris Brown

Steve Lacy

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Summer Walker

SZA

Usher

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Best Live

Beyoncé

Burna Boy

Ed Sheeran

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Måneskin

SZA

Taylor Swift

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The Weeknd

Best Push

November 2022: Flo Milli

December 2022: Reneé Rapp

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January 2023: Sam Ryder

February 2023: Armani White

March 2023: FLETCHER

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April 2023: TOMORROW X TOGETHER

May 2023: Ice Spice

June 2023: FLO

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July 2023: Lauren Spencer Smith

August 2023: Kaliii

September 2023: GloRilla

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October 2023: Benson Boone

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Anitta

Billie Eilish

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BLACKPINK

Jung Kook

Nicki Minaj

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Olivia Rodrigo

Sabrina Carpenter

Selena Gomez

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Taylor Swift

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Best Group

aespa

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FLO

Jonas Brothers

Måneskin

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NewJeans

OneRepublic

SEVENTEEN

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TOMORROW X TOGETHER

2023 MTV EMA Best Local Act Nominees:

Best African Act

Asake

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Burna Boy

Libianca

Tyler ICU

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Diamond Platnumz

Best Asia Act

BE:FIRST

BRIGHT

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Moria

Tiara Andini

TREASURE

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Best Australian Act

Budjerah

G Flip

Kylie Minogue

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The Kid LAROI

Troye Sivan

Best Brasilian Act

Anavitoria

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Kevin O Chris

Luisa Sonza

Manu Gavassi

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Matue

Best Canadian Act

Charlotte Cardin

Drake

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Jamie Fine

Shania Twain

The Beaches

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Best Caribbean Act

Eladio Carrion

Mora

Myke Towers

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Rauw Alejandro

Young Miko

Best Dutch Act

FLEMMING

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Idaly

Kriss Kross Amsterdam

S10

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Zoë Tauran

Best French Act

Aime Simone

Aya Nakamura

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Bigflo & Oli

Louane

Ninho

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Slimane

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Best German Act

Apache 207

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AYLIVA

Kontra K

Luciano

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Nina Chuba

Ski Aggu

Best Hungarian Act

ajsa luna

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Analog Balaton

Beton.Hofi
Co Lee

Hundred Sins

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Best India Act

Dee MC

DIVINE

Mali

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Tsymyoki

When Chai Met Toast

Best Italian Act

Annalisa

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Elodie

Lazza

Måneskin

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The Kolors

Best Israeli Act

Anna Zak

Liad Meir

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Noa Kirel

Nunu

Shira Margalit

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Best Lat Am Central Act

Blessd

Feid

Manuel Turizo

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Ryan Castro

Sebastian Yatra

Best Lat Am North Act

Danna Paola

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Kenia Os

Kevin Kaarl

Siddhartha

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Natanael Cano

Best Lat Am South Act

Bizarrap

Duki

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Fito Paez

Lali

Nicki Nicole

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Best New Zealand Act

BENEE

JessB

Jolyon Petch

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L.A.B.

SIX60

Best Nordic Act

Alessandra

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Käärijä

Loreen

Swedish House Mafia

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Zara Larsson

Best Polish Act

Doda

Kasia Nosowska

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Mrozu

Sanah

Vito Bambino

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Best Portuguese Act

Bárbara Bandeira

Bispo

Carolina Deslandes

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Marisa Liz

PIRUKA

Best Spanish Act

Abraham Mateo

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Álvaro de Luna

Lola Índigo

Quevedo

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Samantha Hudson

Best Swiss Act

Danitsa

Gjon’s Tears

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KT Gorique

Monet192

Stress

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Best UK & Ireland Act

Calvin Harris

Central Cee

PinkPantheress

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Raye

Sam Smith

Tom Grennan

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Best US Act

Doja Cat

Nicki Minaj

Olivia Rodrigo

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SZA

Taylor Swift

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2Face Controversy: Family, Friends Speak Out Amid Apology Backlash

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The recent public apology issued by Nigerian music legend, 2Face Idibia, over his comments on men and commitment has sparked a heated debate, with family and friends weighing in on the controversy.

According to reports, 2Face’s apology was met with skepticism, with many believing he was forced to retract his statement.

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Media personality, Daddy Freeze, claimed that 2Face was being controlled by someone, while former dancehall star, Cynthia Morgan, accused 2Face’s wife, Natasha Osawaru, of allegedly forcing him to issue the apology.

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In a shocking turn of events, 2Face’s brother, Charles Idibia (Charlybrave), penned an emotional open letter to the singer, accusing Natasha of manipulation and control.

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Charlybrave detailed alleged instances of Natasha’s meddling, including isolating 2Face from his business and personal life.

Meanwhile, media personality, Do2dtun, expressed concern over 2Face’s well-being, stating that the singer’s apology video seemed unnatural. Do2dtun believes 2Face needs help and recommended therapy, suggesting that someone was exploiting his vulnerability.

READ ALSO:‘This Is Not Me’ – 2Baba Apologises To Wife Natasha, Children Over Controversial Comments

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The situation has raised questions about the dynamics of 2Face’s personal life and the impact of his public apology.

As the debate continues, many are calling on 2Face to prioritise his well-being and take action to protect himself.

With family and friends speaking out, the controversy surrounding 2Face’s apology is unlikely to die down anytime soon. One thing is certain, however, 2Face’s fans and the public are eager to see how this situation unfolds.

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Meet First African Artiste Who Get Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star

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Five-time Grammy Award-winning singer Angelique Kidjo is poised to make history as the first African artiste to be honoured with a star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Renowned for her powerful vocals, genre-blending music, and dynamic stage presence, Angelique Kidjo will be recognised in the “Recordings” category. She joins a celebrated lineup of honorees that includes Miley Cyrus and The Clark Sisters.

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This prestigious honour acknowledges Kidjo’s decades-long contribution to music and her enduring commitment to sharing African culture and sounds with the global community.

The honorees were selected by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s Walk of Fame selection panel from hundreds of nominations during a June 20 meeting. The Chamber’s board of directors approved the selections on June 25.

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The Walk of Fame Class of 2026 features 35 prominent figures across the entertainment spectrum, including music, film, television, live performance, and sports.

“We are excited to announce the newest selections of 35 esteemed individuals who will be enshrined onto the Walk of Fame,” said Peter Roth, former CEO of Warner Bros. Television and chairman of the Walk of Fame selection committee, in a statement.

“These talented individuals have made significant contributions to the world of entertainment, and we are thrilled to honor them with this well-deserved recognition.”

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Full List of 2026 Walk of Fame Honorees

Recordings

Air Supply
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
Paulinho da Costa
The Clark Sisters
Miley Cyrus
Josh Groban
Intocable
Angélique Kidjo
Lyle Lovett
Motion Pictures

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Emily Blunt
Timothée Chalamet
Chris Columbus
Marion Cotillard
Keith David
Rami Malek
Rachel McAdams
Demi Moore
Franco Nero
Deepika Padukone
Molly Ringwald
Stanley Tucci
Carlo Ramboldi (Posthumous)
Tony Scott (Posthumous)
Television

Greg Daniels
Sarah Michelle Gellar
Lucero
Chef Gordon Ramsay
Melody Thomas Scott
Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos (double ceremony)
Bradley Whitford
Noah Wyle
Live Theatre/Performance

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Lea Salonga
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias
Sports Entertainment

Shaquille O’Neal
The date of Angélique Kidjo’s star unveiling ceremony has not yet been announced.

Now 64, the Beninese-French singer continues to be celebrated for her boundary-pushing artistry, visually captivating music videos, and role as a cultural ambassador. In addition to her five Grammy Awards, she received the 2023 Polar Music Prize. A vocal activist and actress, Kidjo is widely considered one of Africa’s greatest music icons.

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‘This Is Not Me’ – 2Baba Apologises To Wife Natasha, Children Over Controversial Comments

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Popular Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Baba, has issued a heartfelt apology to his wife, Natasha, and their children following the backlash from a controversial statement he made about male sexuality and monogamy.

During a recent appearance on the 234 Mzansi podcast hosted by Nedu and others, the award-winning singer claimed it is “nearly impossible” for a man to remain sexually involved with only one woman, even if he deeply loves her. The remark quickly sparked widespread criticism and intense public debate.

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In a remorseful post shared via his Instagram page on Wednesday, 2Baba acknowledged the gravity of his words and the hurt they caused.

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He said, “I know I fxxked up with what I said. I know I am going to pay dearly for it. I’m going to pay the heavy price for this, you know; I said what I said, man. I didn’t say it appropriately.

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“This is my situation; there is no excuse. I own up to that. I have hurt so many people – my fans, people that hold me up in high esteem, and millions of people who look up to me. This is not me; I’m terribly sorry for allowing myself, but one thing I’m sure of is that I’m sorry to my wife, the love of my life, Natasha. She is amazing, wonderful and smart. I’m so sorry. And also to my kids: you don’t deserve the kind of things I put them into.

“I’m Tuface Idibia; I’m 2Baba. I’m fortunate enough to have achieved a lot to have people look up to me. They call me the legend, but this talk of mine was quite unlegendary. I feel bad I own up to my mistakes.

“I know I will pay the price, but I just expressed myself. It’s something I thought we just said; we looked at it as a cruise, but the amount of response I got made me see the amount of love and respect people have for me, and for me to make that stupid statement, it cancelled everything. People that know me know that that’s not who I am. I dey talk some kinds of things.

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“My music speaks for me.” I know you will be wondering if it’s the same person that said that thing.”

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