Superstar Nigerian female singer, Ayra Starr, has grabbed two prestigious awards at the 2025 MOBO Awards ceremony.
The event, held annually to honour achievements in “music of black origin,” took place on Wednesday in Newcastle, United Kingdom.
The songstress won ‘Best International Act’ (the first African female to win the prize) and ‘Best African Music Act’ (the first female to win the prize in 16 years).
Darkoo, the Nigerian-British rapper, also snagged the ‘Best Female Act’ while Central Cee won the male category.
90sbabyshow, the three-man podcast, won the ‘Best Media Personality’ category while Odeal, the Nigerian-born singer, claimed the ‘Best Newcomer’ award.
Born Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, Ayra Starr became a viral sensation after releasing her hit track ‘Bloody Samaritan’ in 2021.
Under the music producer Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records, the songstress has gained popularity in the industry.
She also earned a plethora of awards and nominations for her craft.
