The 27th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) is set to celebrate Africa’s biggest hits, with Nigerian artists making a strong showing in the “African Song of the Year” category.

The nominations highlight the continued influence of Nigerian music across the continent. Last year, the award went to “Tshwala Bam” by people, “Titom,” “Nigerian singer,” and Burna Boy, which became a fan-favourite anthem.

For 2026, Davido leads the Nigerian entries with two notable nominations. His 2025 hit “With You,” featuring Omah Lay from the album 5ive, has garnered global acclaim, including a 2026 Grammy nomination. Davido also appears on “Nakupenda,” an energetic Amapiano track by South African duo TXC, featuring Shoday, Scotts Maphuma, Zlatan, and AL Xapo, blending Nigerian and South African sounds to create a standout contender.

Other Nigerian songs nominated in the category include Rema’s “Kelebu,” Fido’s “Joy Is Coming,” and “Laho II” by Shallipopi and Burna Boy. South African star Tyla is also nominated for her 2025 hit “Chanel.”

With a diverse lineup of songs spanning Afrobeats, Amapiano, and contemporary African pop, the competition promises to be fierce, showcasing the vibrancy and innovation of African music.

 

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Held on May 10 at the Accra International Conference Centre, the prestigious ceremony recognized the exceptional talents shaping Ghana’s vibrant music landscape.

The evening spotlighted creativity and perseverance, with artists across genres being honored for their impact and achievements over the past year.

Taking center stage was King Promise, who emerged as the night’s biggest winner by clinching the coveted Artiste of the Year award, solidifying his place at the forefront of Ghanaian music.

Below is the full list of winners from the prestigious night:

Top Awards

• Artiste of the Year: King Promise
• Telecel Most Popular Song: Aseda – King Paluta
• Songwriter of the Year: Kofi Kinaata
• International Collaboration of the Year: The Doing of the Lord – Diana Hamilton ft. Mercy Chinwo
• Best Africa Song: Tshwala Bam – Titom, Yuppe & Burna Boy
• Music for Good Award: Epixode

Genre-Specific Categories

• Best Gospel Artiste: Joe Mettle
• Best Gospel Song (Urban Contemporary): Defe Defe – Nana Yaw Ofori Atta (Team Eternity)
• Best Traditional Gospel Song: Watch Me – Empress Gifty
• Best Hiplife Song: Bad Feeling – Tulenkey ft. Beeztrap
• Best Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste: Kweku Smoke
• Best Hip Hop Song: Holy Ghost – Kweku Smoke
• Best Rap Performance: Kweku Smoke
• Best Afrobeats Song: Asylum – Olivetheboy
• Best Highlife Song: Aseda – King Paluta
• Best Reggae/Dancehall Song: Psalm 23 – Stonebwoy
• Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste: Stonebwoy

Vocal & Technical Categories

• Best Male Vocal Performance: Joe Mettle – Obo Awon Oba
• Best Female Vocal Performance: Esther Goodwyll – I Choose to Praise
• Best New Artiste: Team Eternity

The evening was filled with electrifying performances from Ghana’s top talents, including unexpected collaborations and moving tributes that kept the audience captivated.

From dazzling red carpet appearances to emotional acceptance speeches, the 2025 TGMA delivered unforgettable moments, underscoring the continuous evolution of Ghanaian music and its growing influence on the international music scene.

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