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

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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.

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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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Tanzanian Singer, Juma Jux Dedicates Award To Fiancée, Priscilla Ojo

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November 4, 2024

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Tanzanian artist Juma Jux delighted fans once again by publicly honouring his fiancée, Nigerian influencer Priscilla Ojo, popularly known as Priscy, during his acceptance speech at the Jaylia Awards.

Recently, the couple had expressed their longing for each other on Instagram after returning to their respective countries. However, they joyfully reunited just days before the event, where Juma Jux proudly received the award for Best Artist/Group Eastern Africa 2024.

In his acceptance speech, Juma Jux warmly acknowledged Priscy, referring to her as his “beautiful wife-to-be” and even pointed her out in the crowd. His heartfelt words drew applause from the audience and added a personal touch to the celebratory moment.

Priscy’s mother, renowned Nigerian filmmaker and businesswoman Iyabo Ojo joined in the celebration. She shared a video of the touching moment on Instagram to commend Juma’s achievement.

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The romance between Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux first sparked public curiosity in July when a video of the two dancing at a club went viral.

Following the video’s spread, Juma fueled speculation by sharing romantic photos of them on Instagram. This led Priscy to confirm their relationship in a comment where she vowed their connection would be “forever.”

Soon after, she officially shared the relationship news on her own Instagram, cementing their bond in the public eye.

In August, Priscy further solidified their relationship. She invited Juma Jux to Nigeria to celebrate his birthday, where her family greeted him warmly. Shortly after, Juma endeared himself to fans even more by releasing a love song dedicated to Priscy.

The song’s music video features the couple dancing intimately, with Juma captioning that he wrote the song specifically for them.

As a result, the track quickly gained popularity across social media platforms, inspiring the “Ololufe Mi Challenge.” Further, the couples joined in to celebrate their own love stories.

With each public display, Juma Jux and Priscy continue to captivate fans. This blends their cultures and passions into a love story cherished by many across East and West Africa.

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Lights, Camera…Naija! Netflix Unveils Ebuka Obi-Uchendu As Host

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October 28, 2024

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Netflix has tapped Nigerian TV sensation Ebuka Obi-Uchendu to host the upcoming second edition of Lights, Camera… Naija! The streaming giant made this official announcement ahead of the November 2, 2024 event.

As an award-winning host, Ebuka will lead the celebration of Nollywood’s brightest stars, industry veterans, and key stakeholders. Additionally, his influence in Nigerian media remains unmatched, as he frequently dominates social media conversations with his impeccable fashion choices and charismatic presence.

This year, the event revolves around the theme “Pioneers, Pillars, and Players.” Subsequently, this theme honors three distinct groups: the legendary founders who built Nollywood’s foundation, the behind-the-scenes experts who maintain the industry’s momentum, and the talented actors who capture global audiences.

Furthermore, the event draws an impressive crowd of industry professionals, musicians, and celebrities. Together, they gather to recognize both on-screen talent and the unsung heroes working behind the cameras.

Meanwhile, Netflix continues to dominate Nigeria’s streaming market. Consequently, their commitment to content diversity shows in their extensive library, which includes short films, feature films, TV series, and even gaming options. Most importantly, they offer these entertainment choices across multiple genres and languages.

Through this event, Netflix demonstrates its dedication to celebrating Nigerian entertainment. As a result, Lights, Camera… Naija! serves as a platform to acknowledge the past, present, and future of Nollywood’s entertainment landscape.

Finally, the collaboration between Netflix and Ebuka Obi-Uchendu promises to deliver an unforgettable celebration of Nigerian cinema and its talented community.

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Rihanna Describes Her Experience Raising Two Boys With ASAP Rocky

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October 25, 2024

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Award-winning singer Rihanna recently opened up about her journey raising her two sons, Riot and RZA, alongside her partner ASAP Rocky. She shared both her excitement and the unique challenges of motherhood.

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, she expressed that life with her boys is anything but dull. Further, she highlighted the constant energy and joy they bring to her days.

“I want to have a girl, but I won’t know what to do because I only know about boys so far, but it’d be an adventure,” she admitted.

Rihanna described the exciting and sometimes chaotic experience of raising young boys, saying,

“The boy energy in my house is the best. It’s never a dull moment, and I love when they climb onto chandeliers, and I love it when they are literally so scary that I’m forced to have fun. Them running around and me lifting them up is all fun and exercise. It works out for ASAP, me and our kids.”

@entertainmenttonight Will Rihanna be the Only Girl in her household? 😳 We caught up with RiRi at the Fenty x Puma Avanti launch, where she admits to loving boy mom life… but would like a daughter in the future! #rihanna ♬ original sound – Entertainment Tonight

The couple welcomed their first son, RZA Athelson, on Friday, May 13, 2022. Then, in February 2023, Rihanna made an unforgettable announcement about her second pregnancy during her electrifying Super Bowl halftime performance. Wearing a bold, form-fitting red jumpsuit, she unzipped her outfit and gently rubbed her stomach, proudly revealing her growing belly.

The surprise announcement took the world by storm, sending fans and social media into a happy frenzy. By August 2023, Rihanna and ASAP Rocky welcomed their “Super Bowl baby,” born at 7:41 am at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. In keeping with their tradition of “R” names, they named their second son Riot Rose.

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