Nigerian music stars won at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards, with Davido, Tems and Phyno among the headline winners.
The 13th edition of AFRIMMA was held on September 12, 2026, in Dallas, Texas.
The organisers updated the official results page on Tuesday, recognising artistes and entertainers from across Africa and the diaspora across 41 categories.
Afrobeats star Davido clinched the night’s biggest prize, Album of the Year, for his project 5ive.
The win adds to his growing list of international recognitions this year.
Tems was named Best Female West Africa, while fast-rising singer Ruger took Best Male West Africa.
In the rap category, veteran rapper Phyno won Best Male Rap Act.
Gospel star Mercy Chinwo also represented Nigeria, winning Best Gospel.
AFRIMMA, which celebrates African music and culture globally, drew nominees and performers from across the continent, the UK, the US and the Caribbean this year.
Here is the full list of winners:
Nigerian Winners
Album of the Year: Davido — 5ive
Best Female West Africa: Tems
Best Male West Africa: Ruger
Best Male Rap Act: Phyno
Best Newcomer: Fola
Best Gospel: Mercy Chinwo
Best DJ Africa: DJ Tunez
Best Male Reggae/Dancehall: Patoranking
Best Comedian: Real Warri Pikin
Athlete of the Year: Victor Osimhen
AFRIMMA Fans Choice Award: Victony
Best Video Director: Director Pink
Music Producer of the Year: London
Best Influencer: Nasty Blaq
Best Actor/Actress: Uche Montana
Best African USA-Based Artist: Kwate
Best African DJ USA: DJ Prince
Other Winners
Artist of the Year: Fally Ipupa
Song of the Year: Bnxn and Sarz
Timeless Impact Award: Timaya
Crossing Boundaries with Music Award: Fally Ipupa
Best Collaboration: Diamond Platnumz and Juma Jux
Best Female Rap Act: Eno Barony
Best Female Reggae/Dancehall: Shenseea
Best African Group: Dope Nation
Best African Dancer: Ghetto Kids
AFRIMMA Music Without Borders Award: Juma Jux