This year’s 16th edition of the Headies Awards was a spectacular event held in the heart of the United States, specifically in Atlanta.
The show drew the presence of various dignitaries from the Afrobeats scene and even A-list artists who graced the occasion, adding immense prestige to the event. Many artists had a triumphant night, securing multiple awards.
Among the big winners were Rema, Asake, Burna Boy, Victony, and ODUMODUBLVCK, each taking home at least two awards.
Now, let’s take a closer look at the album categories and their respective winners:
1.) BEST R&B ALBUM
– “Home” by Johnnydrille
WINNER: “The Brother’s Keeper” by Chike
– “Reckless” by Praiz
– “Waje 2.0” by Waje
– “Matter of Time” by Dami Oniru
– “To Be Honest” by Simi
2.) BEST ALTERNATIVE ALBUM
– “Horoscopes” by Basketmouth
WINNER: “Gbagada Express” by Boj
– “Some Nights I Dream of Doors” by Obongjayar
– “Subaru Boys” by Cruel Santino
– “Matter of Time” by Dami Oniru
– “Heart of the Heavenly Undeniable” by Somadina
– “Native World” by @NativeMag
3.) BEST RAP ALBUM
– “Fly Talk Only” by Payper Corleone
– “Palmwine Music, Vol 3” by ShowDemCamp
WINNER: “Young Preacher” by BlaqBonez
– “YPSZN3” by Psycho YP
– “TESLIM” by Vector
– “Billion Dollar Dream” by Jeriq
4.) ALBUM OF THE YEAR
– “Love, Damini” by Burna Boy
WINNER: “Mr Money with the Vibe” by Asake
– “Rave & Roses” by Rema
– “Boy Alone” by Omah Lay
-“Outlaw” by Victony
– “Timeless” by Davido
All well-deserved awards, and a heartfelt congratulations to all the winners across various categories.