Nigerian music sensation, Ayra Starr, has earned four nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (MTV EMAs).
The nominations were announced by the organisers on Wednesday.
Ayra Starr, known for her dynamic Afropop sound and bold style, has been nominated in four categories: ‘Best African Act,’ ‘Best Push,’ ‘Best Afrobeats,’ and ‘Best New Artist’.
These nominations place her among the brightest stars of African music.
In the hotly contested ‘Best Afrobeats’ category, Ayra Starr faces competition from fellow Nigerian heavyweights, including Tems, Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema.
Also, this development showcases dominance of Nigerian artists on the global stage.
Furthermore, South African rising star Tyla also made a splash with four nominations.
This includes ‘Best New,’ ‘Best Afrobeats,’ ‘Best African Act,’ and ‘Best R&B’.
However, Tyla’s nominations highlight her as one of the most promising talents emerging from South Africa.
Furthermore, leading the overall nominations is American pop icon, Taylor Swift, who secured an impressive seven nominations.
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Also, the highly anticipated 30th edition of the MTV Europe Music Awards will take place on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Manchester’s Co-op Live in the United Kingdom.
The event is expected to attract a global audience.