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17TH HEADIES

Join us as we honor the trailblazers of the music scene. This is where artistery meets celebration, showcasing the creativity and talent that shapes our musical landscape.

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THE HEADIES CREATIVE SUMMIT

The Headies Creative Summit was a celebration of creativity and culture-shaping conversations. From insightful sessions to key industry revelations.

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17TH HEADIES AWARDS RECEPTION

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria hosted a reception celebrating the 17th Headies and Afrobeats' global impact, uniting top artists and industry leaders for cultural collaboration.

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THE 17TH HEADIES BIG ANNOUNCEMENT

The 17th Headies Big Announcement was held on January 28 at Cube65, uniting top music figures, influencers, and media to preview the upcoming edition of Africa’s premier Afrobeats music awards.

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SPOTLIGHT ON THE NOMINEES

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC

Immerse yourself in a vibrant showcase of artistes and there fantastic contributions to the music industry.

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT

Join us in recognising our celebrated artistes who have been nominated for pushing creative boundaries and redefining the music landscpe.

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WINNER SHOWCASE

Discover the winners of this edition of The Headies Awards, each leaving a significant mark with their outstanding performance and excellence.

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MUSIC & LEGACY

INSIDE THE 17TH HEADIES

Be part of the excitement as we celebrate remarkable milestones in music. This features an array of events from star-studded ceremonies to unique gatherings.

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17TH HEADIES EVENTS

Experience the rhythm of African music at its finest, as we spotlight excellence, honor icons, and create unforgettable moments.

  • APRIL 27TH 2025

THE 17TH HEADIES - BACK TO BASE

Get ready for an unforgettable night of rhythm, recognition, and star-studded excellence.

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  • APRIL 23RD - 24TH 2025

THE HEADIES HOSTS THE CREATIVE SUMMIT

The Headies launched its maiden Creative Summit in Lagos,  a groundbreaking two-day event.

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  • APRIL 3RD, 2025

THE HEADIES RECEPTION HOSTED AT THE US CONSULATE

In the lead-up to the most anticipated night in African music, the 17th Headies Awards.

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THE 17TH HEADIES GALLERY

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The 17TH Headies: Watch the full video

Watch the full video of The 17th Headies and relive every unforgettable moment from music’s biggest night!

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Tribute and Recognition: A group of videos honoring individuals.

Tribute and Recognition: A group of videos honoring individuals. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu Honored with Special Recognition Award at The Headies Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu...

ByApril 30, 2025
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Highlights from the 17th Headies Awards

Highlights from the 17th Headies Awards Glamour, style, and unforgettable moments! The 17th Headies brought the heat as stars showed up and showed...

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THE 17TH HEADIES VIDEOS

Watch exclusive moments, performances, and unforgettable highlights from the 17th Headies.

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Odumodublvck on Winning Headies Next Rated + Getting the Award from Davido
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17th Headies Awards 2025 Recap | Back to Base Highlights: Performances & Award Winners
Experience the energy and excitement of the 17th Headies Awards 2025 – Back to Base Edition, held on April 27 at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. After two years in Atlanta, the prestigious music awards show returned home to celebrate the best in Afrobeats and African music. This full highlight video features top moments from the event — emotional award wins, powerful speeches, electrifying performances, and behind-the-scenes action. From red carpet glam to unforgettable reactions on stage, The Headies 2025 was a night to remember. Highlights include: Odumodublvck wins Next Rated Award (presented by Davido) King Mitchy receives the Humanitarian Award Performances from Shallipopi, Ayox, and more Special moments with Don Jazzy’s father, Liquorose, and other stars Inspiring speeches from winners and creatives shaping the culture Don’t forget to subscribe: https://bit.ly/TheHeadies Official website - www.theheadies.com Follow our social media accounts Instagram: http://Instagram.com/the_headies X: https://x.com/the_headies Facebook: http://facebook.com/the_headies #Ayox #NigerianMusic #HeadiesAwards #musicawards #theheadies #nigerianmusicindustry #odumodublvck #shallipopi #blaqbonez #ayomaff #afrobeats #nigeriaentertainment #nigerianmusic #musicindustry #musicbusiness #donjazzy #davido #30bg #30bgang
The 17th Headies Back To Base Full Show | Performances, Award Wins, Speeches & Iconic Moments
Before the Billboard charts, the stadium tours, and the viral TikTok hits, there was base — the heartbeat of Afrobeats. This powerful documentary takes you on a journey through the evolution of Nigerian music, paying homage to the roots and legends that birthed the sound that now dominates the globe. From the pulsating streets of Lagos — home to Fela, Daddy Showkey, Galala, Baba Fryo, and the iconic African Queen by 2Baba — to the cultural richness of the East where Phyno, Illbliss, and Flavour proved that the Igbo spirit could echo worldwide. We head North to Jos where P-Square redefined performance, Ice Prince made cool the new standard, and M.I Abaga revolutionized Nigerian rap. The streets rose next — raw, unfiltered truth delivered by Dagrin, Olamide, Reminisce and more. They didn’t just rap; they roared. Surulere birthed a legend. From Ojuelegba to sold-out arenas, Wizkid carried the sound from studio corners to the O2 Arena. And the women? Asa, Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade — they didn’t just join the movement, they led it with strength, soul, and stories. Now Afrobeats has gone global, but no matter where the sound goes — it always returns to base Don’t forget to subscribe: https://bit.ly/TheHeadies Official website - www.theheadies.com Follow our social media accounts Instagram: http://Instagram.com/the_headies X: https://x.com/the_headies Facebook: http://facebook.com/the_headies #musicawards #nigerianmusic #africanmusic #theheadies #wizkid #wizkidayo #afrobeats #nigeriaentertainment #entertainmentnews #miabaga #phyno #psquare #olamide #olamidebaddo
Before Global Fame, There Was BASE: The Story of Afrobeats | 17th Headies Back to Base Documentary
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The moment Whitemoney came up to receive Flavour Award at the 17th Headies
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Temitola Adekunle Johnson receives Humanitarian Award at the 17th Headies
At the 17th Headies Awards held on April 27, 2025, talented producer London took home the Producer of the Year award for his work on Rema’s hit single "Ozeba." The Headies, themed "Back to Base," celebrated Africa’s finest talents, and London’s win marked a major highlight of the night. Watch the moment London was honored on stage for his outstanding contribution to Afrobeats production. His work on "Ozeba" helped shape one of the year’s biggest tracks, solidifying his place among the top music producers in the industry. Don’t forget to subscribe to HipTV: https://www.youtube.com/c/hipontv1live Follow our social media accounts Instagram: http://Instagram.com/officialhiptv X: https://x.com/hiptv Facebook: http://facebook.com/officialhiptv Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiptv__ #ozeba #rema #london #producer #produceroftheyear #nigerianmusic #musicawards #africanmusic #theheadies #nigerianmusicindustry #headies #afrobeats #afrobeats #nigeriaentertainment #entertainmentnews
London Wins Producer of the Year for Rema’s "Ozeba" & Delivers Speech at the 17th Headies 2025
Nigerian singer Chike took home the prestigious Viewers’ Choice Award at the 17th Headies Awards, held on April 27, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria. The win was for his hit song "Egwu" featuring the late Mohbad, a fan-favorite track that captured hearts across the continent. The Headies 2025, themed "Back to Base", celebrated excellence in African music with thrilling performances, memorable speeches, and emotional moments — and Chike's big win was one of the highlights of the night. Don’t forget to subscribe: https://bit.ly/TheHeadies Official website - www.theheadies.com Follow our social media accounts Instagram: http://Instagram.com/the_headies X: https://x.com/the_headies Facebook: http://facebook.com/the_headies #nigerianmusic #musicawards #africanmusic #theheadies #nigerianmusicindustry #headies #afrobeats #headiesaward #nigeriaentertainment #entertainmentnews #mohbad #mohbadimole #chike #egwu #headiesviewerschoice
Chike & Mohbad Win Headies Viewers’ Choice Award at the 17th Headies 2025
Director Pink was honored with Music Video of the Year at the 17th Headies Awards for his stunning visual work on “Egwu” by Chike featuring Mohbad. Held on April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, the Headies “Back to Base” edition celebrated the best in African music. In this video, watch Director Pink’s full acceptance speech as he shares his creative journey, pays tribute to Mohbad, and reflects on the power of storytelling through visuals. Don’t forget to subscribe: https://bit.ly/TheHeadies Official website - www.theheadies.com Follow our social media accounts Instagram: http://Instagram.com/the_headies X: https://x.com/the_headies Facebook: http://facebook.com/the_headies #director #musicawards #nigerianmusic #musicvideodirector #musicvideo #nigerianmusicindustry #theheadies #headiesaward #directorpink #afrobeats #entertainmentnews
Director Pink Wins Music Video of the Year for “Egwu” by Chike & Mohbad | Full Speech | Headies 2025
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THE 17TH HEADIES - BACK TO BASE FULL VIDEO

Relive the biggest night in Afrobeats and Nigerian music! Watch the full show of the 17th Headies Awards: Back to Base Edition.

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SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD PRESENTATION

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State was presented with the Special Recognition Award at the 17th Headies. A proud moment celebrating leadership.

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THE 17TH HEADIES PAY TRIBUTE TO MOHBAD

At the 17th Headies Awards “Back to Base,” a moving tribute was given to the late Mohbad — an artiste whose sound was more than just music.

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