According to the organisers, the 21st edition will run from June 19 to 27.
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, described the artistes’ lineup as a reflection of cultural diversity and the unifying power of music and sports.
Wizkid also clinched the Best African Music Act, winning over fellow Nigerians musicians.
“I warmly congratulate our outstanding Nigerian artistes for their remarkable achievements at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards,” said Mr Tinubu.
The Afrobeats star clinched the coveted ‘Artiste of the Year’ award at the ceremony.
Several special honours were awarded, with Mariah Carey receiving the “Video Vanguard Award” and performing a medley of her iconic hits.
Mr Osunnuyi said that this year’s edition recorded 10,717 entries.
Nigerian Afrobeats stars are once again back in the global spotlight as Rema, Tems, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Asake secure nominations at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
Afrobeats stars Rema, Davido, Shallipopi, and Burna Boy have topped Spotify’s Global Impact List for the first half of 2025.
Emerging star Divine Uzama, aka Zerry DL, clinched Rookie of the Year, topping competitors like Taves, Kaestyle, Llona and Sound.
