Afrimma Awards & Music Festival 2017 is here formally known as Annual African Muzik Magazine and Nigerian singer Davido grabbed the Artist of the year award. The festival holds Class A African Artists for It’s 4th Edition Of The Scintillating African Music Awards In Disapora (Afrimma Awards).
Davido who couldn’t attend the event in Dallas,Texas sent in a video to thank the organizers as well as his fans for the award.
Below is the full list of nominees and winners.
Best Male West Africa
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Best Female West Africa
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Best Male East Africa
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Best Female East Africa
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Best Male Central Africa
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Best Female Central Africa
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Best Male Southern Africa
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Best Female Southern Africa
Best Male North Africa
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Best Female North Africa
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Best African Group
Crossing Boundaries With Music Award
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Best Gospel
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Best New Comer
Artist of The Year
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Dancehall Act of the Year
Best Video Director
Best Dj Africa
Best African Dj USA
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AFRIMMA Video of The Year
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Music Producer of The Year
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Best African Dancer
Best Rap Act
Best Collaboration
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Song of The Year
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Best Lusophone
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Best Francophone
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BEST SOUND ENGINEER
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See the full list of AFRIMMA winners below:
Best Male West Africa – Falz (Nigeria)
Best Female West Africa – Tiwa Savage (Nigeria)
Best Male East Africa – Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
Best Female East Africa – Victoria Kimani (Kenya)
Best Male Central Africa -C4 Pedro (Angola)
Best Female Central Africa – Nsoki (Angola)
Best Male Southern Africa- Cassper Nyovest (South Africa)
Best Female Southern Africa – Babes Wodumo (South Africa
Crossing Boundaries with Music Award C4 Pedro (Angola)
Best Newcomer -Nsoki (Angola)
Artist of The Year – Davido (Nigeria)
Best DJ Africa – Dj Spinall (Nigeria)
Best African Dj USA – Dj Tunez (Nigeria)
Video of The Year -Fally Ipupa – Eloko Iyo Congo
Music Producer of The Year – Julz (Ghana)
Best African Dancer – Ghetto Triplets Kids – Uganda
Song of The Year – Davido – IF (Nigeria)
Best Lusophone – C4 Pedro (Angola)
Best Francophone – Fally Ipupa (Congo)
Best Sound Engineer -Sheyman (Nigeria)
Best Collaboration -Wizkid ft Chris Brown – African Bad Girl (Nigeria & USA)
Transformational Leadership Award -Engineer Noah Dallaji
Simi, the singer known for her beautiful voice and meaningful lyrics, is a big fan of Rema’s music! On Wednesday, she posted a video on Snapchat. The video showed Simi singing along to a song by Rema called “Are You There?” in her car. She even added a caption saying “This is my fave Rema song.”
Rema’s song “Are You There” is even more popular now. The song came out in 2022 and quickly became a hit. Music lovers all over the world really enjoyed it. Critics also loved the song and many fans became devoted to it. The catchy music, easy-to-remember parts, and meaningful words all helped make “Are You There” so popular. This success confirmed that Rema is one of Nigeria’s brightest musical talents. Since its release, “Are You There” has been played everywhere, and fans can’t seem to get enough of it.
Simi and Rema are both big names in the music industry, even though they haven’t worked on a song together. Rema has been churning out hit singles, one after another. His songs “Calm Down,” “Holiday,” and “DND” have all been topping the charts. Simi hasn’t been slowing down, either. Her recent releases, like “All I Want,” have been really successful. With all their hits, they’ve become important figures in the music world.
The two incredible artists have been on a hot streak lately! Their solo projects have been getting amazing reviews, and everyone’s talking about them. But there’s another question burning in fans’ minds: Could they join forces for a collaboration?
The thought of Simi and Rema working together has the whole internet buzzing. Fans are eagerly waiting for any hint of a possible collaboration. Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure: if these two super singers join forces, it’s guaranteed to be something special.
Nigerian music fans have yet another thing to talk about after rising star Ayra Starr revealed one of her secret weapons for crafting hit songs: fellow musician Rema! In a surprising twist, Ayra Starr shared that Rema isn’t just a collaborator but a trusted advisor. Before releasing any track, Ayra Starr turns to him for his honest opinion and feedback.
The ‘Rush‘ Crooner isn’t afraid to speak about her close relationship with fellow musician Rema. In a recent interview, she revealed that Rema is more than just a labelmate—he’s become a trusted confidante. Ayra Starr, who took the music world by storm with her powerful vocals, credits Rema with offering invaluable support and friendship.
Young music sensation Ayra Starr wasn’t shy about admitting her awe of Rema’s talent. Even before joining a record label herself, Starr was blown away by Rema’s skills. Rema’s talent was a game-changer for her. Even before he became a global superstar, his raw music captivated her. Here was a teenager, crafting music that left her speechless. Back then, Rema was an unknown artist, but his early work sparked a fire in her soul.
This admiration for Rema’s abilities wasn’t just fleeting fandom. Ayra Starr has openly credited him as a key source of inspiration in her own musical journey. Rema’s talent became a source of guidance for her, constantly inspiring her own artistic path. This early admiration for his authenticity continues to fuel her creative drive, pushing her to chase her own artistic dreams.
This close partnership highlights the collaborative spirit within Nigeria’s thriving music scene, where even the brightest stars rely on each other for guidance and support.
Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong and his wife Toyosi Etim-Effiong welcomed a new baby, as revealed in an Instagram post shared on Thursday, March 14, 2024.
The heartwarming post featured the couple cuddling and smiling affectionately at their latest arrival, who was gently wrapped in a swaddle blanket. Their caption, filled with gratitude, expressed their joy and appreciation for their newest blessing.
“She’s here! Our song! Our love-gift! Our evidence!! Another arrow in our quiver to the glory of GOD!! Thank You, LORD for your kindness towards us ❤️.”
Filled with excitement, both fans and celebrities flooded the comment section with messages of congratulations and well wishes for the new parents.
Mercy Johnson commented, “I told him one more🙌🙌 Congratulations Family”, actress Nancy Isime, expressed her excitement by saying, “Yayyyy! Congratulations Favesss🥳❤️💃🏼Adesua-Etomi “Congratulationsssss guysss.” Singer Niyola said, “Congrats mama.”
The couple announced their pregnancy on social media in December 2023. A festive Instagram post showed them celebrating Christmas with their two children. The wife’s baby bump hinted at the upcoming arrival.
Their caption read “Belated Christmas wishes from the Etim Effiongs… all 5 of us,” playfully acknowledging the new addition on the way.
Before this, the couple had started their journey as husband and wife in 2017. Two years later, in 2019, they welcomed their first child, a daughter, into the world. Their family further grew in 2021 with the birth of their second child, a son.
