Nigeria’s music stars have secured nominations for the prestigious Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards 2026.

Wizkid, Davido, Ayra Starr, Rema, Tiwa Savage, Adekunle Gold, and Shallipopi are among the Nigerian artistes shortlisted in the Best African Music Act category.

Ayra Starr has taken the spotlight, earning a nomination in the Best International Act category, where she will rub shoulders with global superstars like Cardi B, Gunna, Kehlani, and Vybz Kartel.

The 2026 MOBO Awards will take place on March 26, 2026, at Co-op Live in Manchester, marking a milestone 30th anniversary celebration of Black music and culture.

In addition to the main awards ceremony, the MOBO Organisation is backing a city-wide MOBO Fringe Festival in Manchester a week-long celebration of music, creativity, and culture with free panels, showcases, live performances, workshops and more leading up to the awards.