Davido, Wizkid beat international rivals to win MOBO Awards
Nigeria was duly represented at the 2017 MOBO Awards as Wizkid and Davido both won honours at the event held at the First Direct Arena, Leeds England. Wizkid, real name Ayo Balogun, beat Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar and others to clinch the best international artist award at the event on Wednesday. David Adeleke popularly known as Davido, beat Eugy, Sarkodie, Wizkid, Maleek Berry, Mr Eazi and others to clinch the Best African Act award. Stormzy was the biggest winner at this year’s event as he clinched three awards: best male artist, best grime act, and best album. However, Maleek Berry, Tiwa Savage, Tekno, Wande Coal were also nominated but they did not win any of the categories. Full List of 2017 MOBO winners BEST MALE ACT Stormzy- Winner Bugzy Malone Chip Dave Giggs J Hus Maleek Berry Mostack Sampha Skepta BEST FEMALE ACT Stefflon Don- Winner Emeli Sandé Jessie Ware Jorja Smith Lady Leshurr Little Simz Mabel Nadia Rose NAO Ray BLK BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT Wizkid – Winner Cardi B