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Ayra Starr and Tyla Shine with Multiple Nominations at 2024 MTV EMAs
Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Aderigbigbe, widely known as Ayra Starr, has made waves by securing four nominations for the upcoming 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (MTV EMAs).
The nominations were officially announced by the award organizers, highlighting Ayra Starr’s rising influence in the global music scene.
Ayra Starr is in the running for prestigious categories such as Best African Act, Best Push, Best Afrobeats, and Best New Artist.
Her inclusion in these categories showcases her impressive rise in the Afrobeats genre and solidifies her status as one of the leading young talents in the African music industry.
Joining Ayra Starr in the Best Afrobeats category are fellow Nigerian stars Tems, Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema, all of whom have had a remarkable year dominating both local and international music charts.
The competition in this category is intense, as these artists have been instrumental in pushing Afrobeats to the global stage, each bringing their unique sound and style to the genre.
In addition to the Nigerian artists, South African singer Tyla has also garnered significant attention, receiving four nominations.
Tyla is recognized in the Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats, Best African Act, and Best R&B categories.
Her nominations further highlight the growing presence of African artists in global music.
Meanwhile, American pop sensation Taylor Swift leads the pack with an impressive seven nominations, making her one of the most prominent figures of the night.
Swift’s nominations reflect her continued dominance in the global music landscape, with her recent albums and tours breaking numerous records worldwide.
The 30th edition of the MTV Europe Music Awards is set to be a thrilling night, scheduled for Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Manchester’s Co-op Live in the UK.
Fans from around the world are eagerly anticipating the event, as it promises to celebrate the best in music from various genres and regions, with African artists standing out more than ever before.
This year’s nominations underscore the growing influence of African music on the global stage, and with so many talented acts up for awards, it will be exciting to see who takes home the coveted titles.
Popular Nigerian streamer, Carter Efe, has expressed excitement after singer Davido gifted him ₦20 million.
It will be recalled that the singer recently appeared on Carter Efe’s show, where his appearance alone broke records. Following the show, Davido promised to gift the streamer ₦20 million—a promise he later fulfilled.
Carter Efe made the announcement on social media, confirming that the money had been received. “Yeeeee Davido 20 million naira, I don die,” he wrote.
Afrobeats singers and celebrity couple, Simi and Adekunle Gold, have announced that they are expecting their second child.
The news was revealed in a music video by Adekunle Gold, which featured his family. The couple later took to social media to share the video, sparking excitement among fans and loved ones, who flooded the comment section with congratulatory messages.
Movie lovers are excited this December, not just because of the holidays but because of the major movie releases happening this year. While Stranger Things Season 5 continues to generate buzz, here are some notable movies released in 2025 that fans are talking about:
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Avatar: Fire and Ash (December 19, 2025)
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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (May 23, 2025)
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The Running Man (November 7, 2025)
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TRON: Ares (October 10, 2025)
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Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (December 5, 2025)
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Troll 2 (December 1, 2025)
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The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (December 19, 2025)
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Anaconda (December 25, 2025)
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The Housemaid (December 25, 2025)
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Oh. What. Fun. (December 3, 2025)
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