Nigerian music stars like Burna Boy, Kizz Daniel, and Tems won big on February 11, when Soundcity held the 5th edition of the Tingo-sponsored Soundcity MVP Awards Festival.
The event, anchored by South African actress, Pearl Thusi, was held at the Eko Convention Centre, in Lagos, Nigeria.
The 2023 edition of Tingo Soundcity MVP awards was opened with a superlative performance by Mohbad which set the tone for the night. Other music acts, who rendered superlative performances are Phina, Gyakie, Magixx, Pheelz, Spyro, Ruger, TI Blaze, Zuchu, Gyakie, Seyi Vibez, Ladipoe, Blackbonez, Ladipoe, Vector, Kaligraph Jones, and Black Sheriff.
The award ceremony had 15 categories, out of which Nigerian singers won 12. It also featured special recognition for innovators in different fields including business, fintech, fashion, and more.
While Senegalese singer Akon received the Legend Award, a tribute was paid to South African rapper, AKA.
In celebrating the uniqueness of African music culture, a black carpet reception preceded the award ceremony. The black carpet was hosted by Eso Dike and Pearl Hart, while Latasha Ngwube and Enioluwa Adeoluwa hosted the fashion police.
Speaking about the event, the founder of Soundcity, Tajudeen Adepetu said the MVP Awards celebrates and showcases the finest of African music as well as artists.
Dozy Mmobousi, founder of Tingo Mobile also explained why the mobile company is supporting the Soundcity Music awards saying “At Tingo, we are at the forefront of providing solutions for African businesses. Our platform leverages the energy of the African youths to drive innovation and there is no better ally than supporting African artists and the music industry hence our partnership with the Soundcity MVP award.”