Nigeria's D'Banj emerged as artiste of the year for the second year running at the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs). The show took place today at the Moi International Sports Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. Ayeni The Great, one of the best entertainment journalists in Nigeria, reported prceedings from his Twitter account. (@alluevanid)
Wyclef Jean was the host of the awards and performed alongside Akon, Samini, who won Best Performer and other African musicians. Lucky Dube was honoured while Wyclef and Akon did a tribute to the late Michael Jackson. See the nominees at this link
The full list of winners
Best Male
Nameless (Kenya)
Best New Act
M.I. (Nigeria)
Best Hip Hop
M.I. (Nigeria)
Best Female
Amani (Kenya)
Best Performer
Samini (Ghana)
Best R&B
2Face (Nigeria)
Best Group
P-Square (Nigeria)
Artist of The Year
D’Banj (Nigeria)
Best Alternative
Zebra & Giraffe (South Africa)
Best Video
HHP – Mpitse (South Africa)
Best Listener’s Choice
Nameless – Sunshine (Kenya)
MAMA Legend Award
Lucky Dube (South Africa)
MAMA My Video award
Patricke-Stevie Moungondo (Congo Brazzaville)
Congratulations to all the winners!
