2023 Headies Award: The Stellar Roster of Winners
James Craig
Updated on January 17, 2026
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Ever since its inception in 2006, the Headies has etched itself as a venerable institution in celebrating the milestones achieved within the dynamic realm of the Nigerian music industry. Its awards have morphed into the most sought-after laurels in Nigerian music, symbolizing excellence and innovation.
On the 3rd of September 2023, the 16th edition of the Headies Awards unfolded in the picturesque setting of Atlanta, Georgia, marking the second consecutive year in this captivating locale.
With bated breath and eager anticipation, music aficionados tuned in to witness the unveiling of this year’s triumphant artists. Here, in all its glory, is the comprehensive roll call of the victorious maestros.
Best Rap Single
Best Alternative Song
Best Vocal Performance (Male)
Best Music Video – Director
Best Rap Album
- Fly Talk Only – Payper Corleone
- Palmwine Music Vol 3 – Show Dem Camp
- Young Preacher – Blaqbonez (WINNER)
- Ypszn3 – PsychoYP
- Teslim: The Energy Still Lives In Me – Vector
- Billion Dollar Dream – JeriQ
Producer Of The Year
Lyricist On The Roll
Best Male Artiste
Rookie of the Year
Best Inspirational Single
- Stand Strong – Davido Ft. Sunday Service Choir
- Jireh (My Provider) – Limoblaze, Lecrae & Happi Music
- This Year – Victor Thompson & Ehis D Greatest
- Eze Ebube – Neon Adejo (WINNER)
- Tobechukwu – Nathaniel Bassey & Mercy Chinwo
- I Get Backing – Victoria Orenze
Special Recognition
- Sound Sultan (WINNER)
Afrobeats Single Of The Year
Digital Artiste Of The Year
Best Street-Hop Artiste
Next Rated
Album Of The Year
Song Of The Year
Best Collaboration
African Artiste Of The Year
Best West African Artiste Of The Year
Best Recording Of The Year
Songwriter Of The Year
Best R&B Single
Best Vocal Performance (Female)
- Loyal – Simi
- In Between – Waje (WINNER)
- Memories – Niniola
- Adua Remix – Liya
- Red Wine – Preye Itams
- Just 4 U – Dami Oniru
Headies’ Viewers’ Choice
Best East African Artiste Of The Year
Best North African Artiste Of The Year
- Marwa Loud – Morocco
- Wegz – Egypt
- El Grande Toto – Morocco (WINNER)
- Soolking – Algeria
Best Southern African Artiste Of The Year
Best Central African Artiste Of The Year
- Fally Ipupa – Democratic Republic Of Congo
- Gaz Mawete – Democratic Republic Of Congo
- Matias Damasio – Angola
- Emma’a – Gabon
- Libianca – Cameroon (WINNER)
Best R&B Album
- Home – Johnny Drille
- The Brother’s Keeper – Chike (WINNER)
- Reckless – Praiz
- Waje 2.0 – Waje
- Matter Of Time – Dami Oniru
- To Be Honest (Tbh) – Simi
Best Alternative Album
- Horoscopes – Basketmouth
- Gbagada Express – BOJ (WINNER)
- Some Nights I Dream Of Doors – Obongjayar
- Subaru Boys: Final Heaven – Cruel Santino
- Heart Of The Heavenly Undeniable – Somadina
- Native World – Native Sound System
Best Female Artiste
International Artiste Recognition
Hall Of Fame
International Artist Of The Year
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