Rema dominates 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) at Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, securing Artist of the Year alongside Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African R&B & Soul for “BABY (IS IT A CRIME)” and Best Male Artist in Western Africa. The Guinness World Record holder beat Morocco’s Manal, South Africa’s Azana, and others in R&B category. Victory caps seven-year career ascent since 2019 breakout.
Artist of the Year: Rema outshines continental giants, following AFRIMA’s legacy of launching Davido (2014), Olamide, Nandy, Betty G to global fame.
Best African R&B/Soul: “BABY (IS IT A CRIME)” prevails over Kunmie (Nigeria), Calema (São Tomé), Bensoul & V-Be (Kenya/Ghana).
Best Male Western Africa: Solidifies regional dominance amid Weeha’s Dance Choreography upset over Wizkid. AFRIMA recognition launched 2014 propels African talent globally through tours, collabs. Rema joins pantheon after “Calm Down” global smash, reinforcing Afrobeats evolution. Sweep validates R&B pivot. Benin boy reigns.
