AYRA STARR MAKES HISTORY WITH #MOBOAWARDS 2025
Nigerian superstar Ayra Starr has etched her name in the annals of music history, becoming the first woman in 16 years to win the prestigious Best African Music Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards. The groundbreaking achievement was celebrated at a star-studded ceremony held in Newcastle, where Starr also secured the award for Best International Music Act.
Ayra Starr triumphed over a formidable lineup of African talent, including fellow Nigerians Asake and Tems, as well as South Africa’s breakout star Tyla. Her victory in the international category was equally impressive, as she outshined global heavyweights such as Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion, GloRilla, and Latto.
This historic win cements Ayra Starr’s place among Nigeria’s elite musical exports. She now joins the ranks of Wizkid, who won the Best International Act in 2017 and 2021, and Burna Boy, who claimed the title in 2020 and 2022, as the only Nigerian artists to have achieved this honor.
The 2025 MOBO Awards not only celebrated Starr’s artistic prowess but also marked a significant moment for African women in music, as she broke a 16-year drought for female winners in the Best African Music Act category.
Fans and critics alike have hailed her victory as a testament to her rising global influence and the growing recognition of African talent on the world stage.
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