Davido wins Best Digital Artiste of the Year at Headies 17

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April 28, 2025

Afrobeat superstar Davido clinched the Best Digital Artiste of the Year award at the 17th annual Headies Awards for his significant online influence

Award-winning Afrobeat icon, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been honoured with the Best Digital Artiste of the Year award at the 17th edition of the Headies Awards.

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This recognition celebrates his exceptional impact and reach across various streaming platforms and online domains.

The Headies Awards, a prestigious event that celebrates excellence within the Nigerian music industry, held its 17th annual ceremony on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos.

The event was a star-studded affair, featuring captivating performances and acknowledging the achievements of top artists.

While Davido’s collaborative track, “Ogechi Remix,” received multiple nominations, it was his overall digital presence and influence that earned him the Best Digital Artiste title.

A well-deserved crown, considering his outstanding influence across streaming platforms and online spaces.

Other notable winners of the night included:

Zerry DL (Rookie of the Year)

Tems (Best Recording of the Year for “Burning”)

Funke Akindele (Soundtrack of the Year for “Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack”- as part of the production team)

Rema (Afrobeats Album of the Year for “HEIS”)

Juma Jux from Tanzania also won Best East African Artiste of the Year.

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Actress Ruth Kadiri celebrates YouTube recognition for redefining creativity

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May 6, 2025

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Nigerian actress Ruth Kadiri expresses heartfelt gratitude for being recognized by YouTube as one of four female creators shaping cultural storytelling and global connection on the platform

Popular Nigerian actress Ruth Kadiri has shared her profound gratitude for a recent prestigious recognition from YouTube.

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In a heartfelt message posted on her Instagram page, the actress expressed her appreciation for being acknowledged as a leading female creator on the global platform.

Kadiri reflected on her journey in the Nigerian film industry, reminiscing about earlier days.

She noted YouTube’s 20th anniversary celebration and the “surreal honor of being recognized as one of four female creators who are redefining the boundaries of creativity, and shaping YouTube into a beacon for cultural storytelling and global connection.”

The acclaimed actress conveyed her initial disbelief and immense pride in this significant achievement.

“To be named one of the top female YouTubers in Nigeria is something I never imagined when I first started sharing my passion for movie making with the world. What began as a simple desire to tell stories has grown into something far beyond my expectations,” she stated.

Concluding her post with sincere appreciation, Kadiri extended her thanks to both YouTube and her dedicated fanbase for their unwavering support throughout her creative journey.

“I’m deeply grateful to God for the grace, the gift, and the growth. Thank you to @youtube for this incredible recognition, and thank you my amazing community for walking this journey with me. I love you all,” she wrote.