The nominee list for the 2024 BET Awards has had Nigerian sensational artist Ayra Starr topping the list with 3 solid nominations. It has been a clear indication that Nigerians dominated the nominee list in Africa where Ghana failed to secure a single nomination.
Ayra Starr was nominated for the Best New International Act category, BET Her and Best International Act. Her nominations have accorded her accolades from a lot of Nigerian artists and Africa for the great recognition of her music career.
Mavin Records also praised her for bringing glory to Nigeria and displaying her talent to the whole world through music. Burna Boy followed her closely with 2 nominations for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist and Best Male R&B Artist.
Burna Boy will now compete with the likes of Usher, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Chris Brown and others before winning an award.
Nigerian artists such as Asake and Seyi Vibez all received nominations for Best International Act and Viewer’s Choice: Best International Act, respectively in the upcoming awards.
Also, Tems received nomination for Video Director of the Year and Dr. Bobby Jones also grabbed Best Gospel/Inspirational Award categories.