Soundcity Awards: Burna Boy wins African Artiste of the Year
Afro-fusion star, Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy, has clinched the most wins at the 2019 Soundcity MVP Awards, carting home four plaques including ‘African Artiste of the Year’.
He also took the ‘Song of the Year’, ‘Listener’s Choice’ and ‘Best Make MVP at the award show held in Lagos on Saturday night.
Although the first Soundcity MVP Awards was first held in 2016, since 2007, the winners are chosen by the viewers and fans by visiting #TheMVPs’ website and a select committee of the industry stakeholder.
Burna Boy’s third award was collected on stage by his mother, who thanked Phantom, the producer of his hit song ‘YE’, for his support and contributions to his success.
Davido and Wizkid got one award each in the ‘Best Pop song’ and ‘Best Collaboration’ categories.
The ceremony also featured performances from Teni, Victo AD and Niniola.