Following the awards ceremony in Los Angeles, where South African star Tyla won Best African Music Performance, Nigeria was left without a single competitive win despite strong nominations.
Heavyweights like Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Omah Lay, and Ayra Starr all missed out, a result that disappointed many Afrobeats fans who believe the genre still doesn’t get the recognition it deserves on the global stage.
Speed Darlington Mocks Nigerian Artists
Shortly after the ceremony, Speed Darlington shared a viral video recorded on the streets of New York City. In his usual bold and sarcastic style, the rapper mocked Nigerian artists over their Grammy losses. He suggested that winning a Grammy has more to do with powerful industry connections than pure talent, using street slang and exaggerated humor to drive his point home.
The controversy deepened when Speed Darlington referenced Sean “Diddy” Combs in his remarks. Many viewers interpreted this as a subtle jab at Burna Boy’s 2021 Grammy win, which came after his collaboration with Diddy on Twice As Tall. Given Diddy’s recent legal issues, the comment stirred even more reactions online and added fuel to the ongoing debate.
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