Fola and Wizkid are tied as the artists with the highest number of 2026 Headies Award nominations, each earning seven nominations.
The 2026 Headies Awards, set to take place in Canada in October, have highlighted some of the biggest names shaping Nigeria's music industry.
Top-Nominated Artists at the 2026 Headies Awards
Fola and Wizkid are tied as the artists with the highest number of 2026 Headies Award nominations, each earning seven nominations. The nominees reflect a competitive year for Nigerian music.
Fola has received nominations in seven categories, including Song of the Year, Afrobeats Single of the Year, Best Recording of the Year, Album of the Year, Best R&B Album, Digital Artiste of the Year, and Next Rated.
Wizkid, on the other hand, has been nominated in seven categories, including Song of the Year, Afrobeats Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Afrobeats Album of the Year, Best Male Artiste, Digital Artiste of the Year, and Viewers' Choice.
Other Notable Nominations
Mavo has received six nominations, including Best Male Artiste, Next Rated, Digital Artiste of the Year, Best Rap Single, Best Collaboration, and Best Collaboration.
Asake has been nominated in five categories, including Song of the Year, Afrobeats Single of the Year, Best Performer (Live), Best Male Artiste, and Digital Artiste of the Year.
Adekunle Gold and Davido are also tied for fifth place, each with five nominations. Adekunle Gold has been nominated in categories such as Best Male Artiste, Afrobeats Album of the Year, Best Performer (Live), Best Vocal Performance (Male), and Songwriter of the Year.
Davido has been nominated in categories such as Song of the Year, Afrobeats Single of the Year, Best Recording of the Year, Best Collaboration, and Music Video of the Year.
The Competition Heats Up
The 2026 Headies Awards are shaping up to be a highly competitive event, with several artists vying for top honors in various categories. The nominations have highlighted the diversity and talent of Nigeria's music industry.
The 2026 Headies Awards are set to take place in Canada in October, bringing together the biggest names in Nigerian music for a night of celebration and recognition.
Source: NotJustOk
