‘Omo Ope’, Nigerian artist Asake has been riding a wave of success, cementing his status as a bona fide superstar. His meteoric rise continued at the 2024 MOBO Awards, where he clinched the prestigious title of Best African Act.
The category boasted fierce competition, with heavyweight contenders including industry giants like Adekunle Gold, Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, and Wizkid, representing the best of Nigerian music on the international stage. Additionally, the lineup featured formidable talents from across the African continent, including South Africa’s Tyla, Cameroonian-American artist Libianca, and eSwatini sensation Uncle Waffles.
Despite the formidable competition, Asake emerged victorious, reaffirming his position as one of Africa’s most exciting and influential musical talents. His win not only celebrates his individual achievements but also serves as a testament to the vibrant and diverse music scene thriving across the continent.
But Asake wasn’t the sole Nigerian artist to bask in the spotlight at the MOBO Awards. Afro-gospel sensation Limoblaze also clinched a coveted award, taking home the prize for Best Gospel Act.
The 2024 Mobo award winners in full
Best male act
Central Cee
Best female act
Raye
Album of the year
Potter Payper – Real Back in Style
Song of the year
Central Cee and Dave – Sprinter
Best newcomer
Tunde
Video of the year
Stormzy – Mel Made Me Do It (dir Klvdr)
Best R&B/soul act
Sault
Best hip-hop act
Little Simz
Best grime act
Bugzy Malone
Best drill act
K-Trap
Best international act (US)
Drake and 21 Savage
Best performance in a TV show/film
Damson Idris as Franklin Saint – Snowfall
Best media personality
ShxtsnGigs
Best African music act
Asake
Best Caribbean music act
Valiant
Best jazz act
Ezra Collective
Best alternative music act
Skindred
Best electronic/dance act
Shygirl
Best producer
Inflo
Best gospel act
Limoblaze
Lifetime achievement award
Soul II Soul
Impact award
Sugababes
Paving the Way award
Jessica Ennis-Hill
Pioneer award
Ghetts