The Headies 2019 was the thirteenth edition of

The Headies The Headies (originally called the Hip Hop World Awards) are honors established in 2006 by ''Hip Hop World Magazine'' to recognize outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry. The annual ceremony features performances by established a ...

. It was held on October 19, 2019, at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed "Power of a Dream", the ceremony was hosted by rapper Reminisce and actress

Nancy Isime Nancy Isime (born 17 December 1991) is a Nigerians, Nigerian actress, Model (person), model, and Media Personality, media personality. Early life and background Nancy Isime was born in Edo State to Nigerian parents of Esan people, Esan descent. ...

. After shortlisting thousands of entries submitted between January 2018 and June 2019, the organizers of the ceremony announced the nominees on 1 October 2019.

Burna Boy Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu (born 2 July 1991), known professionally as Burna Boy, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer. He gained recognition in 2012 after releasing "Like to Party", the lead single from his debut studio album '' ...

set a record for the most nominations in one night with 10 nominations. Teni followed with 6 and

Wizkid Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), better known as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Born in the Ojuelegba suburb of Surulere, Lagos, Wizkid is a voice in the emerging Afrobeats movement. His music is a blend of Afrobea ...

with 5. The ceremony featured performances from a number of artists, including Styl-Plus, Sunny Neji, Duncan Mighty, Teni and

Victor AD Victor Adere (born 2 August 1993), better known as Victor AD, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Biography Victor Eugenie Adere was born in Kirikiri, Apapa, Lagos State, where he grew up with his family. He is the second child of four children ...

. Teni won the most awards with 4. Rema won the Next Rated award, beating

Fireboy DML Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan (born 5 February 1996), known professionally as Fireboy DML, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2018, he signed a record deal with YBNL Nation, a record label founded by rapper Olamide. His debut studio album, ...

, Joeboy, Lyta,

and Zlatan.

Performances

* Styl-Plus *Sunny Neji *Zaki Adzay *

* Wurld * Teni * Duncan Mighty * Rema

Presenters

Tobi Bakre Tobi Bakre (born 1 June 1994) is a Nigerian actor, model, host, compere, and photographer. (Not to be confused with British actor Tobi Bakare). Tobi rose to fame after finishing up as a finalist in the Big Brother Naija (season 3) reality TV s ...

– presented the award for Rookie of the Year *Wale Animashaun and Vivian – presented the award for Best Vocal Performance (Female) *

– presented the award for Best Vocal Performance (Male) *Nancy Isime – presented the award for Best Street Hop Artiste *The Organizers – presented the award for Best Recording of the Year *

IK Ogbonna Ikechukwu Mitchel Ogbonna (born 11 January 1984), professionally known as IK Ogbonna, is a Nigerian film and television actor, model, director, and television personality. He is a Director, Model and TV Personality. He was in the movie ''Playing ...

– presented the award for Best Rap Single *Osi Suave – presented the award for Best Alternative Song * Tony Tetuila – presented the award for Best Rap Album * Ruggedman – presented the award for Lyricist On The Roll *Bam Bam and Teddy A – presented the award for Best Collabo *

Gbemi Olateru Olagbegi Gbemi Olateru Olagbegi is a Nigerian former broadcaster at The Beat 99.9 FM (she resigned in December 2021), entrepreneur and co-host of " Off-Air with Gbemi & Toolz" podcast. Gbemi is the granddaughter of late Olowo of Owo Sir Olateru-Olagbeg ...

– presented the award for Best Performer *Kemi Smallz and DJ Sose – presented the award for Best R&B Single *

Toke Makinwa Toke Makinwa (born 3 November 1984) is a Nigerian radio personality, television host, vlogger, entrepreneur, actress, author, and fashion influencer. Makinwa is known for hosting ''The Late Morning Show'' on Rhythm 93.7 FM Lagos, Rhythm 93.7 FM ...

and

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu Chukwuebuka Obi-Uchendu (born 14 July 1982) is a Nigerian media personality. He is known for hosting the reality show '' Big Brother Naija'' (also known as BB9ja), the long running ''Rubbin' Minds'' talk show on Channels TV as well as co-hosti ...

– presented the award for Best Pop Single * Dr SID and Ubi Franklin – presented the award for Best R&B/Pop Album *

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and Mike – presented the award for Viewer's Choice *Tacha, Tee-Y Mix and Venita – presented the award for Best Music Video *

Bovi Bovi Ugboma is a Nigerians, Nigerian stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts like ''Bovi: Man on Fire'' across the globe. Early life and education Bovi Ugboma was born in Benin City, the capital ...

and

DJ Cuppy Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola (born 11 November 1992), professionally known as DJ Cuppy or simply Cuppy, is a Nigerian disc jockey, musician and producer. She is the daughter of Nigerian businessman Femi Otedola. She grew up in Lagos and moved to ...

– presented the award for Hip Hop World Revelation of the Year *The Organizers – presented the award for Album of the Year *Dénola Grey – presented the award for

Producer of the Year The Grammy Award for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical is an honor presented to record producers for quality non-classical music at the Grammy Awards, a ceremony that was established in 1958 and originally called the Gramophone Awards. Honors in ...

*Martin Gaone Mabutho – presented the Special Recognition Award * GAC Motor representatives – presented the Next Rated award * STAR Lager representative – presented the award for Song of the Year *Rita Daniels – presented the award for Artiste of the Year

Winners and nominees

References

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