Nigerian Music Stars Shine at NAACP Image Awards: In a moment of triumph for Nigerian music, two of its brightest stars have clinched prestigious awards at the NAACP Image Awards. Among the winners announced during the virtual ceremony, Tems stood out, securing the title of Outstanding International Song for her chart-topping track “Me & U”. This marks Tems’ fourth NAACP Image Award win, further enriching her already illustrious career which includes accolades such as Grammys, Oscars, and BET awards.
Adding to the celebration, Davido and Lojay also emerged victorious, winning the Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration (Contemporary) category for their collaboration with Chris Brown on the sensational track “Sensational”. Their win underscores the global impact of Nigerian music and the collaborative spirit that drives the industry forward.
In a cross-cultural triumph, British-Nigerian author Aleema Omotoni was honored with the award for Outstanding Literary Work (Youth/Teens) for her compelling young adult novel “Everyone’s Thinking It”. The novel intricately weaves the tale of two Nigerian cousins, Iyanu and Kitan, navigating the complexities of relationships and conspiracies at an elite boarding school in the English countryside. As secrets unravel in “Burn Book style” just before the annual Valentine’s Day Ball, Iyanu and Kitan find themselves entangled in a gripping schoolwide conspiracy.
These victories not only highlight the exceptional talent emerging from Nigeria’s music and literary scenes but also underscore the country’s growing influence on the global stage. As Nigerian artists continue to garner recognition and acclaim, they pave the way for greater representation and appreciation of African creativity worldwide.
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Victoria Monét received six nominations in the recording categories and won two awards for Outstanding New Artist and Outstanding Album. Usher won the Outstanding Male Artist award, while H.E.R. won the Female Artist prize. “The Colour Purple” received 16 nominations and won the Outstanding Soundtrack or Compilation Album award.
The Image Awards will be broadcast live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 16, on BET and CBS, with Queen Latifah returning as the host.
See the full winner’s list below.
Outstanding International Song
“Me & U” – Tems
Outstanding Jazz Album
“Brand New Life” – Brandee Younger
Outstanding Gospel/Christian Song
“All Yours” – Kierra Sheard feat. Anthony Brown
Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album
“Father’s Day” – Kirk Franklin
Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Traditional)
“How We Roll” – Ciara feat. Chris Brown
Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)
“Sensational” – Chris Brown feat. Davido & Lojay
Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album
“The Color Purple – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack” – Various Producers
Outstanding Original Score for TV/Film
“Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” – Jongnic Bontemps
Outstanding Male Artist
“Good Good” – Usher with 21 Savage x Summer Walker
Outstanding Female Artist
“The Journey” – H.E.R.
Outstanding New Artist
“Jaguar II” – Victoria Monét
Outstanding Hip Hop/Rap Song
“Cobra” – Megan Thee Stallion
Outstanding Album
“Jaguar II” – Victoria Monét
Outstanding Literary Work – Fiction
“Family Lore” – Elizabeth Acevedo
Outstanding Literary Work – Non-Fiction
“The New Brownies’ Book” – Karida L. Brown and Charly Palmer
Outstanding Literary Work – Debut Author
“Rootless” – Krystle Zara Appiah
Outstanding Literary Work – Biography/ Autobiography
“Our Secret Society: Mollie Moon and the Glamour, Money, and Power Behind the Civil Rights Movement” – Dr. Tanisha C. Ford
Outstanding Literary Work – Instructional
“Historically Black Phrases: From ‘I Ain’t One of Your Lil’ Friends’ to ‘Who All Gon’ Be There?’” – Jarrett Hill and Tre’vell Anderson
Outstanding Literary Work – Graphic Novel
“The Talk” – Darrin Bell
Outstanding Literary Work – Poetry
“Suddenly We” – Evie Shockley
Outstanding Literary Work – Children
“CROWNED: Magical Folk and Fairy Tales from the Diaspora” – Kahran Bethencourt
Outstanding Literary Work – Youth/Teens
“Everyone’s Thinking It” – Aleema Omotoni
