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Burna Boy, Davido, Rema, Asake & Ayra Starr Nominated For 2023 MTV EMAs

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1 year ago

October 5, 2023

MTV has made a grand announcement, unveiling the comprehensive list of nominees for the highly-anticipated 2023 MTV EMAs. This year’s edition also introduces a new category, adding to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the event.

African music stars have taken centre stage in the nominations, showcasing the continent’s vibrant music scene on the global platform of the MTV EMAs.

The “Best Afrobeat” category boasts an impressive lineup of nominees, including acclaimed artists such as Burna Boy, Davido, Rema, Asake, Ayra Starr, and Aya Nakamura. Their presence in this category is a testament to the far-reaching influence of Afrobeat music, captivating audiences around the world.

In the “Best African Act” category, music enthusiasts can look forward to fierce competition, featuring the exceptional talents of Asake, Burna Boy, Libianca, Diamond Platnumz, and Tyler ICU. These artists have not only made a mark in their respective regions but have also gained global recognition, solidifying their status as formidable forces in the music industry.

Notably, Rema, the rising star known for his exceptional talent and innovative sound, has secured a coveted nomination in the “Best Song” category. This recognition is attributed to his collaboration with Selena Gomez on the “Calm Down” remix, a track that has resonated with audiences across the globe.

Burna Boy, often referred to as the “Big 7” singer, has earned a nomination in the “Best Live” category, highlighting his electrifying stage presence and captivating live performances.

Monde Twala, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Paramount Africa and Lead for BET International, expressed his enthusiasm for this year’s MTV EMAs, emphasizing its historic significance. He underscored the event’s commitment to celebrating the diversity of global talent, recognizing unique voices and exceptional artistry from various corners of the world.

An exciting development for the 2023 MTV EMAs is the inclusion of the “Best Afrobeats” category, acknowledging the genre’s global impact and influence. This category amplifies the representation of Afrobeat music on the international stage and reflects its vibrant and dynamic essence.

The official venue for the 2023 MTV EMAs is the Paris Nord Villepinte, operated by Viparis. The event marks a significant return to Paris, a city that last hosted the MTV EMAs in 1995. Fans can anticipate a captivating and immersive MTV EMA wonderland, enhancing their experience of the live event.

The 2023 MTV EMAs will be a global spectacle, broadcast live on MTV in over 150 countries. Audiences worldwide can tune in to witness the magic unfold as the show takes place from Paris on Sunday, November 5, at 20:00 WAT.

MTV (DSTV Channel 130) and MTV Base (DSTV Channel 322) will serve as the channels for this exciting broadcast, bringing the MTV EMAs to various enthusiastic audiences across the globe.

The stage is set, and the world is eagerly awaiting the musical extravaganza of the 2023 MTV EMAs.

Do you want to see the full list of nominees? See below:

BEST AFROBEATS

Asake
Aya Nakamura
Ayra Starr
Burna Boy
Davido
Rema

BEST AFRICAN ACT

Asake
Burna Boy
Libianca
Tyler ICU
Diamond Platnumz

BEST SONG

Doja Cat – Paint The Town Red
Jung Kook feat. Latto – Seven
Miley Cyrus – Flowers
Olivia Rodrigo – vampire
SZA – Kill Bill
Taylor Swift – Anti-Hero
Rema, Selena Gomez – Calm Down

BEST VIDEO

Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion – Bongos
Doja Cat – Paint The Town Red
Little Simz – Gorilla
Miley Cyrus – Flowers
Olivia Rodrigo – vampire
SZA – Kill Bill
Taylor Swift – Anti-Hero

BEST ARTIST

Doja Cat
Miley Cyrus
Nicki Minaj
Olivia Rodrigo
SZA
Taylor Swift

BEST COLLABORATION

Central Cee x Dave – Sprinter
David Guetta, Anne-Marie, Coi Leray – Baby Don’t Hurt Me
KAROL G, Shakira – TQG
Metro Boomin, The Weeknd, 21 Savage – Creepin’
PinkPantheress, Ice Spice – Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2
Rema, Selena Gomez – Calm Down

BEST NEW

Coi Leray
FLO
Ice Spice
Peso Pluma
PinkPantheress
Reneé Rapp

BEST POP

Billie Eilish
Dua Lipa
Ed Sheeran
Miley Cyrus
Olivia Rodrigo
Taylor Swift

BEST ROCK

Arctic Monkeys
Foo Fighters
Måneskin
Metallica
Red Hot Chili Peppers
The Killers

BEST LATIN

Anitta
Bad Bunny
KAROL G
Peso Pluma
ROSALÍA
Shakira

BEST K-POP

FIFTY-FIFTY
Jung Kook
NewJeans
SEVENTEEN
Stray Kids
TOMORROW X TOGETHER

BEST ALTERNATIVE

Blur
Fall Out Boy
Lana Del Rey
Paramore
Thirty Seconds To Mars
YUNGBLUD

BEST ELECTRONIC

Alesso
Calvin Harris
David Guetta
Swedish House Mafia
Peggy Gou
Tiësto

BEST HIP HOP

Cardi B
Central Cee
Lil Wayne
Lil Uzi Vert
Metro Boomin
Nicki Minaj
Travis Scott

BEST R&B

Chlöe
Chris Brown
Steve Lacy
Summer Walker
SZA
Usher

BEST LIVE

Beyoncé
Burna Boy
Ed Sheeran
Måneskin
SZA
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

BEST PUSH

November 2022: Flo Milli
December 2022: Reneé Rapp
January 2023: Sam Ryder
February 2023: Armani White
March 2023: FLETCHER
April 2023: TOMORROW X TOGETHER
May 2023: Ice Spice
June 2023: FLO
July 2023: Lauren Spencer Smith
August 2023: Kaliii
September 2023: GloRilla
October 2023: Benson Boone

BIGGEST FANS

Anitta
Billie Eilish
BLACKPINK
Jung Kook
Nicki Minaj
Olivia Rodrigo
Sabrina Carpenter
Selena Gomez
Taylor Swift

BEST GROUP

aespa
FLO
Jonas Brothers
Måneskin
NewJeans
OneRepublic
SEVENTEEN
TOMORROW X TOGETHER

COMPLETE LIST OF 2023 MTV EMA BEST LOCAL ACT NOMINEES:

BEST ASIA ACT

BE:FIRST
BRIGHT
Moria
Tiara Andini
TREASURE

BEST AUSTRALIAN ACT

Budjerah
G Flip
Kylie Minogue
The Kid LAROI
Troye Sivan

BEST BRASILIAN ACT

Anavitoria
Kevin O Chris
Luisa Sonza
Manu Gavassi
Matue

BEST CANADIAN ACT

Charlotte Cardin
Drake
Jamie Fine
Shania Twain
The Beaches

BEST CARIBBEAN ACT

Eladio Carrion
Mora
Myke Towers
Rauw Alejandro
Young Miko

BEST DUTCH ACT

FLEMMING
Idaly
Kriss Kross Amsterdam
S10
Zoë Tauran

BEST FRENCH ACT

Aime Simone
Aya Nakamura
Bigflo & Oli
Louane
Ninho
Slimane

BEST GERMAN ACT

Apache 207
AYLIVA
Kontra K
Luciano
Nina Chuba
Ski Aggu

BEST HUNGARIAN ACT

ajsa luna
Analog Balaton
Beton.Hofi
Co Lee
Hundred Sins

BEST INDIA ACT

Dee MC
DIVINE
Mali
Tsymyoki
When Chai Met Toast

BEST ITALIAN ACT

Annalisa
Elodie
Lazza
Måneskin
The Kolors

BEST ISRAELI ACT

Anna Zak
Liad Meir
Noa Kirel
Nunu
Shira Margalit

BEST LAT AM CENTRAL ACT

Blessd
Feid
Manuel Turizo
Ryan Castro
Sebastian Yatra

BEST LAT AM NORTH ACT

Danna Paola
Kenia Os
Kevin Kaarl
Siddhartha
Natanael Cano

BEST LAT AM SOUTH ACT

Bizarrap
Duki
Fito Paez
Lali
Nicki Nicole

BEST NEW ZEALAND ACT

BENEE
JessB
Jolyon Petch
L.A.B.
SIX60

BEST NORDIC ACT

Alessandra
Käärijä
Loreen
Swedish House Mafia
Zara Larsson

BEST POLISH ACT

Doda
Kasia Nosowska
Mrozu
Sanah
Vito Bambino

BEST PORTUGUESE ACT

Bárbara Bandeira
Bispo
Carolina Deslandes
Marisa Liz
PIRUKA

BEST SPANISH ACT

Abraham Mateo
Álvaro de Luna
Lola Índigo
Quevedo
Samantha Hudson

BEST SWISS ACT

Danitsa
Gjon’s Tears
KT Gorique
Monet192
Stress

BEST UK & IRELAND ACT

Calvin Harris
Central Cee
PinkPantheress
Raye
Sam Smith
Tom Grennan

BEST US ACT

Doja Cat
Nicki Minaj
Olivia Rodrigo
SZA
Taylor Swift

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OdumoduBlvck Recounts How Don Jazzy Gifted Him $10,000

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4 days ago

December 20, 2024

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OdumoduBlvck recently praised Mavin Records founder Don Jazzy in an interview with Beats FM.

The rapper discussed his latest project, “Nothing Changed,” a collaborative effort with the Anti-World Gangsters crew. The album features Don Jazzy on the track “Asampete.”

OdumoduBlvck revealed that after recording “Asampete,” he felt the song would benefit from Don Jazzy’s contribution. When approached, Don Jazzy readily agreed to the request.

During their meeting, Don Jazzy not only added his vocals to the song but also surprised OdumoduBlvck with a generous gift of $10,000.

Impressively, Don Jazzy declined any royalties for his contribution to the track.

“When I went to his house to get his vocals, he gave me $10,000 and even my friend was asking me why he gave me such a huge amount of money,” he narrated in the interview.

OdumoduBlvck further praised Don Jazzy, describing him as the most original personality in the Nigerian music industry and a true icon.

“There’s nobody more original than Don Jazzy…The way the younger artists look up to Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, and Olamide today is how they used to look up to Don Jazzy”.

OdumoduBlvck’s praise for Don Jazzy’s generosity and influence on the Nigerian music industry echoes sentiments expressed by numerous artists whose careers have been shaped by the Mavin Records boss.

Four-time Grammy nominee Davido has credited Don Jazzy and D’banj’s flamboyant lifestyle for inspiring him to relocate to Nigeria and pursue his musical aspirations.

Don Jazzy’s philanthropic endeavours also continue to make headlines. Recently, he donated a substantial sum of 100 million naira to Very Dark Man’s charity.

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Actress Eucharia Anunobi Preaches Against Seeking Validation From Others

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December 20, 2024

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Nigerian actress and evangelist Eucharia Anunobi shared a compelling message about self-empowerment through her Instagram platform on December 19, 2024.

The Nollywood veteran directly addressed her followers in a social media post, urging them to break free from seeking external validation.

Anunobi, known for her influential roles in the Nigerian film industry, stressed that individuals should cultivate a strong sense of self-worth independent of others’ opinions.

The acclaimed actress articulated that personal growth and fulfilment stem from embracing one’s authentic self rather than conforming to societal expectations or public judgment.

In the video posted, Eucharia Anunobi enquired, “Why do you want everyone to like you? Even ice cream isn’t liked by everyone, come on.”Her post caption read,

“Seeking to be liked by all is a sign that you are emotionally and spiritually imbalanced! Some people will hate you because to hate is what gives them joy!! Because they are genetically wicked!!! So get used to not being liked!!!!1 John 5:19.”

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The actress’s post ignited a flurry of reactions in her comment section, with followers expressing support and sharing their personal reflections.

Actress Sola Sobowale commented simply, “Fact.”

Other followers shared their thoughts, with one writing, “Anyone who is always seeking validation from the public whenever he or she does something, just know say that person no clear 💯.”

“Caring what people think about you is natural. Letting it drive your behaviours and keep you from doing things you believe in is usually a sign of,” said another person.

Another Instagram user shed more light on the issue, saying,

“codependency conditioning. The core belief in codependency is: what people think of me defines what I think of me. My mother always said, “Your opinion of me is none of my business.” It can get real exhausting perceiving yourself through the eyes of others. No matter how pure your intention, you cannot control how people receive you. Give others the freedom to perceive you as they wish, for it’s merely a reflection of themselves and not your reality. Never mind who sees you. Do you see you?”

“I don’t like people who wanna be liked by everyone, just do you and move on,”

“Thisss ,it’s okay to be a bad person in another persons story ,Only God is PERFECT 👍”

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Elozonam Reflects On How “Japa” Makes It Hard For Him To Make Friends

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December 19, 2024

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Former BBNaija star and content creator Elozonam revealed how Nigeria’s “japa” syndrome—where individuals emigrate in search of better opportunities abroad—has impacted his personal relationships, especially with friends and family.

During a conversation on the Uncoloured Podcast, hosted by fellow BBNaija alum Venita, Elozonam candidly shared how his twin brother’s relocation has significantly altered their once-close dynamic.

“For my twin brother and I, being twins, we naturally used to argue a lot,” Elozonam said. “But after he left, there was nothing to fight about. Now I have to consciously reach out to him because there are days or weeks when I don’t hear from him. It’s frustrating, but I understand that everyone has to do what they need to survive and build a better life.”

Elozonam reflected on how the japa wave has reshaped his social circle. He traced the trend back to 2018 when his former boss moved abroad with his family.

“That seemed to open the floodgates,” he said. “Since then, people have been leaving one after the other. It’s exhausting. You become hesitant to form new friendships because you don’t know if they’ll just up and leave tomorrow.”

He expressed deep frustration about Nigeria’s deteriorating economy and infrastructure. He acknowledged that unemployment, insecurity, and poor living conditions push many Nigerians to seek better opportunities in other countries.

“Between 2018 and 2024, I’ve seen so many people leave. Nigeria isn’t improving, and everyone wants a better future. It’s hard to blame them, but it’s also hard for those of us left behind.”

Watch the interview below.

“…you’re now too wary of making new friends. Nigeria is not getting any better. We all know this”

Elozonam speaks about living in a different country from his twin brother and the downsides of japa. pic.twitter.com/zc7KMuLcdX

— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) December 18, 2024