The 51st edition of the American Music Awards is set to return and Nigerian stars are once again in the spotlight with Wizkid, Rema, Tems, and Asake nominated in the Favourite Afrobeats Artist category. They are joined by South African Grammy-winner Tyla.
The Favourite Afrobeats Artist award was first introduced in 2022, with Wizkid making history as its inaugural winner. The 2025 AMAs will be held on Monday, May 26, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, United States. The ceremony will air live making it accessible to fans worldwide.
Jennifer Lopez will serve as host, marking her return to the AMA stage for the first time since 2015. Lopez is also scheduled to perform. The AMAs are also shaping up to be a major night for Kendrick Lamar, who secured an impressive 10 nominations.
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