Rema has emerged as the first recipient of the “Best Afrobeats” award at the 2023 MTV Europe Music Awards. This newly introduced category recognized outstanding achievements in the Afrobeats genre.
Other nominees included notable artists like Burna Boy, Davido, and more. Despite the cancellation of the award ceremony due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, the winners were announced, and Rema was honored with the award.
However, Burna Boy missed out on three awards at the same event. American singer Taylor Swift led the list of winners with three awards.
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy missed out on three awards, including “Best Afrobeats,” “Best African Act,” and “Best Live Performer.”
This happened shortly after he lost all seven nominations at the 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards.
American singer Taylor Swift led the list of winners with three awards at the 2023 MTV EMAs, receiving honours for “Best Video,” “Best Artist,” and “Best Live.”