Nigerian superstar, Burna Boy has again achieved another major milestone as he has been pronounced the Best Act in Africa at the 8th edition of the prestigious All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA.
He also won the Best Album of Year award, at the expense the of South African Kabza De Small, Didi B from Vote d’ Ivoire.
However, the Ivorian singer, Didi B won Song of the Year Award.
Other Nigerian hip-hop artists that won awards on the night included Wizkid who clinched the Best Act in West Africa award, Davido (Best Male Act in African Inspirational Music) while Adekunle Gold won two awards: Best Act Group in African contemporary music and Best Act , Duo or Group in African Pop, featuring Davido.
Best Female accolade in West Africa award was won by Guinean singer, Manamba Kanye.
The award ceremony, which took place at the 15,000 capacity Dakar Arena in in Diamniadio, Senegal waa the grand finale the four day festival of music to acknowledge the contributions and achievements African music superstars.
The breathtaking occasion featured performances from Ghana’s rapper Black Sherif, Psquare among other international musicians.