Nigerian music stars Wizkid and Ayra Starr, alongside British-Nigerian media personality Niko Omilana, were among the top winners at the 2026 MOBO Awards held in Manchester.
Wizkid clinched the Best African Music Act award, beating fellow Nigerian artistes including Davido, Rema, Shallipopi, Tiwa Savage, and Adekunle Gold.
Ayra Starr secured the Best International Act award, edging out global stars such as Cardi B, Gunna, and Kehlani.
In the media category, Niko Omilana emerged winner of Best Media Personality, ahead of nominees including Bemi Orojuogun, popularly known as Bus Aunty, and DJ Remi Burgz.
The 2026 edition of the MOBO Awards—held in Manchester for the first time—celebrated Black music and culture, recognising talents from across the globe.
Other celebrities of Nigerian descent also featured among nominees, including German-Nigerian singer Odeal, who was nominated for Best Male Act and Best R&B/Soul Act. British actors Wunmi Mosaku, Damson Idris, Dayo Koleosho, and Cynthia Erivo were also nominated in the Best Performance in a TV Show/Film category.