Ghanaian music artists Black Sherif, Gyakie, and Camidoh have been nominated in the category of Best West African Artiste of The Year, alongside The Therapist from Liberia.
This category seeks to honor artists of West African heritage who have accomplished outstanding achievements and had a significant impact on Africa during the past year.
Black Sherif was also nominated for African Artiste of the Year, where he will compete against renowned Nigerian artists Burna Boy and Rema, Diamond Platnumz from Tanzania, and Marwa Loud from Morocco.
The actual date for the 2023 Headies Awards has yet to be confirmed, fueling excitement among music lovers and enthusiasts across the continent.
The Headies (originally called the Hip Hop World Awards) is a music awards show established in 2006 by the Hip Hop World Magazine of Nigeria to recognize outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry.
The annual ceremony features performances by established and promising artists. It is broadcast live on HipTV to viewers across Nigeria.
The first and second editions of The Headies were held at the Muson Center in Onikan, Lagos State. Between 2010 and 2012, the awards were held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos.
Several media personalities in Nigeria have hosted the annual ceremony, including Darey Art Alade, D’banj, Dakore Egbuson, Banky W., Rita Dominic, M.I., Tiwa Savage, Dr. SID, etc.
