The Headies

{{short description|Nigerian music award}} {{Use dmy dates|date=February 2016}} {{Use Nigerian English|date=May 2026}} {{Infobox award | name = The Headies | current_awards = The Headies 2025 | image = Theheadieslogo.jpg | imagesize = | caption = | awarded_for = Outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry | presenter = ''Hip Hop World Magazine'' | country = Nigeria | network = HipTV | year = {{start date and age|2006|3|10|df=y}} | website = {{url|http://theheadies.com/}} }} '''The Headies''' (originally called the '''Hip Hop World Awards''') are honors established in 2006 by ''Hip Hop World Magazine'' to recognize outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry.<ref name = "Hip hop world magazine">{{cite web|title=Facts About Headie|url=http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/headie/|publisher=Hip hop world magazine|access-date=6 January 2014|url-status=unfit|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131212130135/http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/headie|archive-date=12 December 2013}}</ref> The annual ceremony features performances by established and promising artists.<ref name = "Hip hop world magazine"/> It is broadcast live on HipTV to viewers across Nigeria.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.dailytimes.com.ng/article/hip-tv-launch-24-hour-channel-october-18th | title=HIP TV TO LAUNCH 24 HOUR CHANNEL ON OCTOBER 18TH | publisher=Daily Times Nigeria | date=1 October 2013 | access-date=25 January 2014 | author=Olofinlua, Temitayo | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140223004332/http://www.dailytimes.com.ng/article/hip-tv-launch-24-hour-channel-october-18th | archive-date=23 February 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> The awards' first two editions were held at the Muson Center in Onikan, Lagos State. Between 2010 and 2012, the awards were held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. Various media personalities in Nigeria have hosted the ceremony, including Darey Art Alade, D'banj, Dakore Egbuson, Banky W., Rita Dominic, M.I, Tiwa Savage and Dr SID.

==History and plaque== The image of The Headies was created by Ayo Animashaun, the founder of the awards, and drawn by Matthias Aragbada. The first Headie plaque was done by Jide Adewoye. It represents the "image and the shout of a young, vibrant individual whose talent can challenge that of renowned local and international artistes combined, but who has almost lost confidence in his abilities in the face of discouraging circumstances presented by the peculiar Nigerian environment." In 2008, the plaque was redone in the United Kingdom. It was plated with 21 carat gold. The new plaque is a mixture of resin, copper, steel, marble and gold.<ref>{{cite web |title=FAQ - The Headies |url=http://theheadies.com/faq/ |publisher=Hip Hop World Magazine |access-date=27 March 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190327223405/http://theheadies.com/faq/ |archive-date=27 March 2019 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name = "Hip hop world magazine"/>

As of 2018, The Headies is composed of 25 categories. Open voting decides majority of the awards' categories. However, the Best Recording of the Year, Best Rap Album, Best Vocal Performance (Male), Best Vocal Performance (Female), Lyricist on the Roll, and Best Performer categories are not open to public voting.<ref name="Pulse Nigeria 2223"/>

==Notable moments==

===2000s=== '''2006''': The 1st edition of the Hip Hop World Awards was held on 10 March 2006, at the Shell Hall of the MUSON Centre in Onikan, Lagos. It was hosted by Darey Art Alade and tagged with the caption: "The Revolution is Here".<ref name="About the Headies"/> DJ Jimmy Jatt, Keke Ogungbe and Dayo 'D1' Adeneye were joint winners of the Hall of Fame award.<ref name="The Headies Winners"/> P-Square and Jude Okoye eclipsed their colleagues that year, taking home five awards.<ref name="The Headies Winners">{{cite web | url=http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/past-winners/ | title=Past Winners | publisher=Hip Hop World Magazine | access-date=6 February 2014|url-status=unfit|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131227045424/http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/past-winners|archive-date=27 December 2013}}</ref>

'''2007''': The 2nd edition of the Hip Hop World Awards was hosted by D'banj and Tana. It was held on 17 March 2007, at the Muson Center for the second consecutive year. Paul Play was nominated for six awards and ended up going home with four.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/past-winners/ | title=Past Winners of HHWA | access-date=14 March 2014 | url-status=dead | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131227045424/http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/past-winners | archive-date=27 December 2013 }}</ref>

'''2008''': The 3rd edition of the Hip Hop World Awards was hosted by comedian Basketmouth and Nollywood actress Dakore Egbuson. It was held on 15 March 2008, at Planet One in Maryland, Lagos.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://allafrica.com/stories/200801280849.html | title=Nigeria: Hip Hop World Awards 2008 is Here! | publisher=allAfrica.com | date=26 January 2008 | access-date=11 March 2014 | author=Adekunle, Ayeni | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080426010056/http://allafrica.com/stories/200801280849.html | archive-date=26 April 2008 | url-status=live }}</ref> The founders and promoters chose the theme "Change has to Change". The nominees' party was held at Babylon, a private beach resort.<ref name="About the Headies"/> In 2008, the plaque of The Headies was plated with 21 carat gold.<ref name="About the Headies">{{cite web | url=http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/about-2/ | title=About | publisher=Hip Hop World Magazine | access-date=31 January 2014|url-status=unfit|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131212152143/http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/about-2|archive-date=12 December 2013}}</ref> French-Nigerian singer Aṣa won three awards, including Album of the Year for her eponymous debut studio album. 2face Idibia received the most nominations with six. Naeto C, Rooftop MCs, Cobhams Asuquo, Kween, Jo'zi, and P-Square all performed at the ceremony.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://worldhiphopmarket.com/the-hip-hop-world-awards/ | title=The Hip Hop World Awards | publisher=World Hip Hop Market | date=21 March 2008 | access-date=11 March 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140312212503/http://worldhiphopmarket.com/the-hip-hop-world-awards/ | archive-date=12 March 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="mod">{{cite web | url=http://www.modernghana.com/movie/2152/3/the-glitz-rewards-and-flaws-of-hip-hop-world-award.html | title=Glitz and Flaws of HHWA 2008 | publisher=Modern Ghana | access-date=11 March 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304055455/http://www.modernghana.com/movie/2152/3/the-glitz-rewards-and-flaws-of-hip-hop-world-award.html | archive-date=4 March 2016 | url-status=live }}</ref>

'''2009''': The 4th edition of the Hip Hop World Awards was hosted by Banky W. and Kemi Adetiba. It took place on 16 May 2009, at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. The awards were held outside of Lagos for the first time.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/04/29/hip-hop-world-awards-moves-out-of-lagos/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Hip Hop World Awards Moves Out Of Lagos | date=29 April 2011 | access-date=10 March 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140311030218/http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/04/29/hip-hop-world-awards-moves-out-of-lagos/ | archive-date=11 March 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref> The nominees' party for the fourth edition was hosted at Ajibogun, a village in Ogun State.<ref name="About the Headies"/> 9ice won a total of three awards from six nominations. Phillip Trimnell took home the Hall of Fame award.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.modernghana.com/movie/4826/3/hip-hop-world-awards-2009-winners.html | title=Hip Hop World Awards 2009 winners | publisher=Modern Ghana | date=17 May 2009 | access-date=10 March 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110415130721/http://www.modernghana.com/movie/4826/3/hip-hop-world-awards-2009-winners.html | archive-date=15 April 2011 | url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.jaguda.com/2009/05/17/hip-hop-world-awards-winners-naija/ | title=Hip Hop World Awards Winners – Naija | publisher=Jaguda | date=17 May 2009 | access-date=10 March 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140311022545/http://www.jaguda.com/2009/05/17/hip-hop-world-awards-winners-naija/ | archive-date=11 March 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref>

===2010s=== '''2010''': The 5th edition of the Hip Hop World Awards took place on 16 May 2009, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. The ceremony was conducted without a host. Wande Coal was the biggest winner of the night with five plaques, including Artiste of the Year.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.bellanaija.com/2010/06/02/music-glamour-lots-of-yellow-as-wande-coal-da-grin-dominate-the-2010-hiphop-world-awards/ | title=Music, Glamour & Lots of Yellow as Wande Coal & Da Grin dominate the 2010 HipHop World Awards | publisher=Bellanaija | date=2 June 2010 | access-date=16 May 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140517123528/http://www.bellanaija.com/2010/06/02/music-glamour-lots-of-yellow-as-wande-coal-da-grin-dominate-the-2010-hiphop-world-awards/ | archive-date=17 May 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> Don Jazzy won the Producer of the Year award. Hip hop duo Skuki won the Next Rated category. Da Grin's ''C.E.O'' won for Best Rap Album, posthumously. He was also honored by General Pype during the singer's performance.<ref>{{Cite news | url=https://thenet.ng/hiphopworld-awards-to-honour-dagrin/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Hiphopworld Awards To Honour Dagrin | date=10 May 2010 | access-date=16 May 2014 | author=Fagbule, Nike | author-link=Fagbule Olanike | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140530064510/http://thenet.ng/2010/05/hiphopworld-awards-to-honour-dagrin/ | archive-date=30 May 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=The NET}}</ref>

'''2011''': The 6th edition of the Hip Hop World Awards was held on 22 October 2011, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://fabmagazineonline.com/the-headies-2011-nominees-announced/ | title=The Headies 2011 Nominees Announced | publisher=Fab Magazine | date=2 August 2011 | access-date=28 February 2014 | author=Bilen-Onabanjo, Sinem | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140301021524/http://fabmagazineonline.com/the-headies-2011-nominees-announced/ | archive-date=1 March 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> Hosted by Rita Dominic and eLDee, the award's name was officially changed to "The Headies".<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/06/22/rita-dominic-eldee-host-the-headies/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Rita Dominic, elDee Host The Headies | date=22 June 2011 | access-date=28 February 2014 | author=Arogundade, Funsho | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140305104641/http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/06/22/rita-dominic-eldee-host-the-headies/ | archive-date=5 March 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref> 2face Idibia won three awards, including Artiste of the Year.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/10/21/24-hours-to-the-headies-dbanj-2face-whizkid-others-battle-for-honours/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=24 Hours To 'The Headies': D'banj, 2Face, Whizkid, Others Battle For Honours | date=21 October 2011 | access-date=28 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140305111106/http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/10/21/24-hours-to-the-headies-dbanj-2face-whizkid-others-battle-for-honours/ | archive-date=5 March 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref> Darey's "The Way You Are" won for Best R&B Single and Recording of the Year. M.I and Ice Prince won two awards apiece.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/10/26/2011-the-headies-2face-darey-mi-others-win-multiple-awards/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=2011 The Headies: 2Face, Darey, MI, Others Win Multiple Awards | date=26 October 2011 | access-date=28 February 2014 | author=Arogundade, Funsho | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140221154526/http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/10/26/2011-the-headies-2face-darey-mi-others-win-multiple-awards/ | archive-date=21 February 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref> Don Jazzy and Dr SID both took home an award. Capital Femi walked away with the Best Vocal Performance (Male) award. Wizkid won the Next Rated plaque and received a Hyundai Sonata at a later date. Waje was the only female awardee. The Hall of Fame award went to Jùjú musician Shina Peters. A total of twenty-one cart gold plaques were handed out.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.vanguardngr.com/2011/10/who-rules-the-headies/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Who rules @ The Headies? | date=22 October 2011 | access-date=28 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140307075220/http://www.vanguardngr.com/2011/10/who-rules-the-headies/ | archive-date=7 March 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=Vanguard}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.goldenicons.com/hip-hop-world-awards/ | title=The 2011 edition of the Hip-Hop World Awards – "The Headies" took place at the… | publisher=Golden Icons | access-date=28 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140301032335/http://www.goldenicons.com/hip-hop-world-awards/ | archive-date=1 March 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref>

'''2012''': The 7th edition of The Headies was hosted by M.I and Omawumi. The ceremony took place on 20 October 2012, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://sunnewsonline.com/new/entertainment/mtn-backs-the-headies/#!prettyPhoto |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=MTN backs The Headies | date=10 October 2012 | access-date=12 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222044918/http://sunnewsonline.com/new/entertainment/mtn-backs-the-headies/#!prettyPhoto | archive-date=22 February 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=The Sun}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://dailyindependentnig.com/2012/10/mtn-sponsors-2012-headies-award/ | title=MTN sponsors 2012 'Headies Award' | publisher=The Daily Independent | access-date=10 February 2014 | author=Wisdom, Patrick | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222154743/http://dailyindependentnig.com/2012/10/mtn-sponsors-2012-headies-award/ | archive-date=22 February 2014 | url-status=usurped }}</ref> The aforementioned hosts thrilled fans with their song titled "The Headies". Chidinma opened the show by performing her song "Kedike".<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://sunnewsonline.com/new/entertainment/winners-emerge-at-mtn-sponsored-headies-awards/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Winners emerge at MTN sponsored Headies awards | date=24 October 2012 | access-date=12 February 2014 | url-status=dead | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222044915/http://sunnewsonline.com/new/entertainment/winners-emerge-at-mtn-sponsored-headies-awards/ | archive-date=22 February 2014 | df=dmy-all |newspaper=The Sun}}</ref> The Okoye brothers (Peter, Paul, and Jude) won a total of three awards. The Artiste of the Year award went to Wizkid. Tiwa Savage and Wande Coal won the Best Male and Female Vocal Performance categories, respectively. Vector won the Best Rap Single and Lyricist on the Roll plaques for "Angeli". Davido won the Next Rated category and was later awarded a Hyundai Sonata. The Headies celebrated the reunion of prominent Nigerian musicians from the 80s and 90s, including Onyeka Onwenu, Oris Wiliki, Mike Okori, Baba Fryo, Shina Peters, Fatai Rolling Dollar and Daddy Showkey. Femi Kuti was honored with the Hall of Fame award.<ref>{{Cite news | url=https://thenet.ng/psquare-wizkid-vector-emerge-top-winners-at-the-headies-2012/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Psquare, Wizkid, Vector emerge top winners at The Headies 2012 | date=21 October 2012 | access-date=10 February 2014 | author=Alonge, Osagie | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140214004859/http://thenet.ng/2012/10/psquare-wizkid-vector-emerge-top-winners-at-the-headies-2012/ | archive-date=14 February 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=The NET}}</ref>

'''2013''': The 8th edition of The Headies was held on 26 December 2013, at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bellanaija.com/2013/12/27/the-headies-2013-first-photos-full-list-of-winners-olamide-phyno-davido-sean-tizzle-waje/ |title=The Headies 2013: First Photos & Full List of Winners: Olamide, Phyno, Davido, Sean Tizzle & Waje |publisher=Bella Naija |access-date=2014-02-04 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150923225226/http://www.bellanaija.com/2013/12/27/the-headies-2013-first-photos-full-list-of-winners-olamide-phyno-davido-sean-tizzle-waje/ |archive-date=23 September 2015 |url-status=live }}</ref> The show was hosted by Tiwa Savage and Dr SID. Olamide was the biggest awardee of the night, winning three awards from seven nominations. Phyno won the Best Rap Single category for his song "Man of the Year". D'Tunes, Praiz, and Blackmagic all won for the first time. Sean Tizzle won the Next Rated category and was later awarded a Hyundai Tucson.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/olamide-heads-the-headies/167539/ | title=Olamide Heads The Headies | date=29 December 2013 | access-date=10 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222071232/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/olamide-heads-the-headies/167539/ | archive-date=22 February 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=This Day}}</ref> Davido took home two awards, including Best R&B/Pop Album for ''Omo Baba Olowo''. Iyanya only received one award from five nominations. Veteran Fuji artist Wasiu Ayinde Marshall was inducted into the Headies Hall of Fame.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.ynaija.com/how-olamide-waje-iyanya-others-fare-at-the-headies-2013-full-list-of-winners/ | title=How Olamide, Waje, Iyanya others fared at the Headies 2013 (Full list of winners) | publisher=YNaija | date=27 December 2013 | access-date=10 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140201130231/http://www.ynaija.com/how-olamide-waje-iyanya-others-fare-at-the-headies-2013-full-list-of-winners/ | archive-date=1 February 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> 2 Face Idibia, Banky W., Waje, Nikki Laoye, Mode 9, Dr SID and Kcee all went home with a plaque. Harrysong's tribute song to Nelson Mandela, titled "Mandela", won the Most Downloaded Callertune award.<ref name="P.M. News - 27 December 2013 - Olamide, Phyno, Win Big At The Headies 2013">{{cite news|url=http://pmnewsnigeria.com/2013/12/27/olamide-phyno-win-big-at-the-headies-2013/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=Olamide, Phyno, Win Big At The Headies 2013|date=27 December 2013|access-date=4 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140106040437/http://pmnewsnigeria.com/2013/12/27/olamide-phyno-win-big-at-the-headies-2013/|archive-date=6 January 2014|url-status=live|newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref>

'''2014''': The 9th edition of The Headies took place on 14 December 2014, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed "Feel the Passion", the show was hosted by Toke Makinwa and Basketmouth.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://thenationonlineng.net/new/bovi-toke-makinwa-to-host-headies-2014/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=Bovi, Toke Makinwa to host Headies 2014 | access-date=17 October 2014 | author=Ayinla-Olasunkanmi, Dupe | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141021062158/http://thenationonlineng.net/new/bovi-toke-makinwa-to-host-headies-2014/ | archive-date=21 October 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=The Nation}}</ref> It was initially scheduled to hold on 25 October 2014.<ref>{{Cite news|title=The Headies 2014 moved to December|url=http://dailypost.ng/music/2014/10/15/headies-2014-moved/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=17 October 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141021191835/http://dailypost.ng/music/2014/10/15/headies-2014-moved/|archive-date=21 October 2014|url-status=live|newspaper=Daily Post}}</ref> Bovi was initially announced as one of the hosts, but ended up not hosting due to him being booked for another show.<ref>{{cite web|title=Why Bovi Did Not Host the Headies 2014|url=http://allafrica.com/stories/201501050586.html|website=allAfrica|publisher=Vanguard|access-date=20 February 2015|date=3 January 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150220064745/http://allafrica.com/stories/201501050586.html|archive-date=20 February 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> On 30 September 2014, nominations were announced during a press briefing at the HipTV office in Allen, Lagos. Kcee, Olamide and Phyno led the nominations with five each.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/kcee-olamide-phyno-lead-headies-nominees/190567/ | title=KCEE, OLAMIDE, PHYNO LEAD HEADIES NOMINEES | date=5 October 2014 | access-date=17 October 2014 | url-status=dead | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141205195414/http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/kcee-olamide-phyno-lead-headies-nominees/190567/ | archive-date=5 December 2014 | df=dmy-all |newspaper=This Day}}</ref> Tiwa Savage, Oritse Femi and The Mavins followed closely with four apiece.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://allafrica.com/stories/201409290135.html | title=Nigeria: Toke Makinwa, Bovi to Host Headies 2014 | publisher=Daily Independent | work=allAfrica.com | date=27 September 2014 | access-date=17 October 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141224193747/http://allafrica.com/stories/201409290135.html | archive-date=24 December 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> Yemi Alade was nominated for Song of the Year, Best Pop Single and Next Rated.<ref name="bus">{{cite web | url=http://businessdayonline.com/2014/10/the-headies-unveils-2014-nominees/#.VECS_ildVz0 | title=The Headies unveils 2014 nominees | publisher=Business Day | date=10 October 2014 | access-date=17 October 2014 | author=Ochugba, Mary | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141028165724/http://businessdayonline.com/2014/10/the-headies-unveils-2014-nominees/#.VECS_ildVz0 | archive-date=28 October 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> Olamide, Patoranking and Davido each took home two awards apiece. Don Jazzy won the Producer of the Year plaque, while Sir Victor Uwaifo got the Hall of Fame recognition.<ref>{{cite web|title=Nigeria: Headies 2014 – Davido, Olamide, Patoranking, Mavins Win Big, Wizkid Missing|url=http://allafrica.com/stories/201412152201.html|publisher=allAfrica|access-date=16 December 2014|date=15 December 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141216235909/http://allafrica.com/stories/201412152201.html|archive-date=16 December 2014|url-status=live}}</ref>

'''2015''': The 10th edition of The Headies was held on 1 January 2016, at the Landmark Events Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://thenet.ng/breaking-news-the-headies-moved-to-new-years-day/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=Breaking News: The Headies moved to New Year's Day|last=Ige|first=Victoria|date=28 December 2015|access-date=23 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160131200456/http://www.thenet.ng/2015/12/breaking-news-the-headies-moved-to-new-years-day/|archive-date=31 January 2016|url-status=live|newspaper=The NET}}</ref> Themed "Flip the Script", the event was hosted by Bovi and Kaffy. It was previously scheduled to hold on 30 December 2015 but the organizers of the event postponed it to 1 January 2016 without citing any reason.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.ynaija.com/the-headies-awards-2015-2016-postponed/|title=The Headies Awards 2015 postponed to 2016|work=YNaija|last=Peters|first=Oreoluwa|date=28 December 2015|access-date=23 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160129003516/http://ynaija.com/the-headies-awards-2015-2016-postponed/|archive-date=29 January 2016|url-status=live}}</ref> Olamide won a total of four awards, while Timi Dakolo won three. Wizkid was nominated seven times across the twenty-one award categories.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.leadership.ng/entertainment/489430/olamide-timi-dakolo-ycee-win-big-headies-2015|title=Olamide, Timi Dakolo, YCee Win Big At HEADIES 2015|last=Abulude|first=Samuel|date=6 January 2016|access-date=23 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160129081859/http://www.leadership.ng/entertainment/489430/olamide-timi-dakolo-ycee-win-big-headies-2015|archive-date=29 January 2016|url-status=live|newspaper=Leadership}}</ref> 2face Idibia was honored with the Hall of Fame award, while Don Jazzy received the Special Recognition award. Reekado Banks won the Next Rated award.<ref>{{Cite news |author1=Kehinde Ajose |title=The Headies 2015: Beyond the controversy! |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/01/the-headies-2015-beyond-the-controversy/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=3 March 2019 |date=9 January 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180629022107/https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/01/the-headies-2015-beyond-the-controversy/ |archive-date=29 June 2018 |url-status=live |newspaper=Vanguard}}</ref> His win was criticized by music critics, who challenged the "fairness of the award process".<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.naij.com/684336-famous-dj-reacts-to-controversial-headies-awards-makes-stunning-revelations.html|title=DJ Timmy Blasts Headies Over Controversial 'Next Rated' Award|work=Naij|access-date=23 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161009084624/https://www.naij.com/684336-famous-dj-reacts-to-controversial-headies-awards-makes-stunning-revelations.html|archive-date=9 October 2016|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://infotrust.com.ng/headies-next-rated-artiste-2015-the-pretended-and-contender/|title=Pretender and the Contender Headies Next Rated Artiste 2015: The Pretender and the Contender|work=Info Trust News|last=Sofowora|first=Oladapo|date=17 November 2015|access-date=23 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160129002833/https://infotrust.com.ng/headies-next-rated-artiste-2015-the-pretended-and-contender/|archive-date=29 January 2016|url-status=live}}</ref>

'''2016''': The 11th edition of The Headies was held on 22 December 2016, at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Headies 2016 Awards : The winners are… |url=https://punchng.com/headies-2016-winners/ |access-date=11 March 2019 |date=23 December 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190404044247/https://punchng.com/headies-2016-winners/ |archive-date=4 April 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=The Punch}}</ref> Themed "Think, Create, Recreate", the event was hosted by Adesua Etomi and Falz. The nominees were announced by the award's organizers in November 2016.<ref>{{cite web |author1=Oludolapo Adelana |title=Full list of nominees for the 2016 Headies Awards |url=https://ynaija.com/full-list-of-nominees-for-the-2016-headies-awards/ |publisher=YNaija |access-date=11 March 2019 |date=9 November 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170105131322/http://ynaija.com/full-list-of-nominees-for-the-2016-headies-awards/ |archive-date=5 January 2017 |url-status=live }}</ref> Tekno was nominated for the Next Rated award, but ended up being disqualified due to his refusal to honour the category and support the campaign.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Singer disqualified from the Headies 'Next Rated' award category |url=https://www.pulse.ng/tekno-singer-disqualified-from-the-headies-next-rated-award-category/ywjvf0l |access-date=11 March 2019 |date=21 December 2016 |newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}</ref> Jazzman Olofin and Adewale Ayuba jointly performed the song "Raise the Roof". Aramide performed her song "Funmi Lowo" with assistance from Ras Kimono.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Live updates from the Nigerian music awards ceremony |url=https://www.pulse.ng/headies-2016-live-updates-from-the-nigerian-music-awards-ceremony/gt0kc28 |access-date=11 March 2019 |date=22 December 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190529010103/https://www.pulse.ng/headies-2016-live-updates-from-the-nigerian-music-awards-ceremony/gt0kc28 |archive-date=29 May 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> The ceremony also featured additional performances from Falz, 2Baba, Seyi Shay and Flavour. Olamide received eight nominations and won a total of four, including Best Rap Single for his single "Eyan Mayweather". Mr Eazi won the Next Rated category and was awarded a SUV at a later date. Mayorkun toppled Dice Ailes and Koker for the Rookie of the Year award.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Terry Apala, Dremo, Mayorkun, others nominated for Rookie of the year |url=https://www.pulse.ng/headies-2016-terry-apala-dremo-mayorkun-others-nominated-for-rookie-of-the-year/4m9d1gd |access-date=11 March 2019 |date=20 December 2016 |archive-date=3 December 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241203065037/https://www.pulse.ng/headies-2016-terry-apala-dremo-mayorkun-others-nominated-for-rookie-of-the-year/4m9d1gd |url-status=dead |newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> Laolu Akins was honored with the Hall of Fame award, while Flavour received the Special Recognition award.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Full list of Headies 2016 winners |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/12/full-list-headies-2016-winners/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=11 March 2019 |date=23 December 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180629022023/https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/12/full-list-headies-2016-winners/ |archive-date=29 June 2018 |url-status=live |newspaper=Vanguard}}</ref>

'''2018''': The 12th edition of The Headies was held on 5 May 2018, at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos.<ref>{{Cite news |author1=Billy Praise |title=The HEADIES 2018: Full List Of Winners. |url=https://guardian.ng/life/music/the-headies-2018-full-list-of-winners/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=16 March 2019 |date=5 May 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328042759/https://guardian.ng/life/music/the-headies-2018-full-list-of-winners/ |archive-date=28 March 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=The Guardian}}</ref> Nigerian comedian Bovi and singer Seyi Shay hosted the ceremony.<ref>{{Cite news |author1=Murtala Abubakar |title=Bovi and Seyi Shay unveiled as hosts of Headies 2018 |url=https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/bovi-seyi-shay-hosts-headies/ |access-date=16 March 2019 |date=18 April 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328044304/https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/bovi-seyi-shay-hosts-headies/ |archive-date=28 March 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=TheCable}}</ref> After shortlisting thousands of entries submitted during the eligibility period, the organizers of the ceremony announced the nominees in April 2018. They also announced the addition of three categories: Viewer's Choice, Best Performer, and Industry Brand Supporter.<ref name="Pulse Nigeria 2223">{{Cite news |author1=Ben Bassey |title=Davido, Wizkid, Simi lead nominees list |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/headies-2018-davido-wizkid-simi-lead-nominees-list/v8vsdt3 |access-date=16 March 2019 |date=13 April 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328031451/https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/headies-2018-davido-wizkid-simi-lead-nominees-list/v8vsdt3 |archive-date=28 March 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> Simi led the nominations with seven, followed by Wizkid and Davido with six each. The ceremony featured performances from a number of artists, including Falz, Mr Real, Simi, and the Danfo Drivers. Pulse Nigeria praised the award's sound production and stage design.<ref>{{Cite news |author1=Ayomide Tayo |title=Nigeria's most prestigious music award ceremony bounces back with a strong showing |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/headies-2018-nigerias-most-prestigious-music-award-ceremony-bounces-back-with-a/rq3wkp2 |access-date=16 March 2019 |date=6 May 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328031455/https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/headies-2018-nigerias-most-prestigious-music-award-ceremony-bounces-back-with-a/rq3wkp2 |archive-date=28 March 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> Davido, Wizkid and Simi won the most awards, with three each. Mayorkun won the Next Rated award, beating Dice Ailes, Maleek Berry and Johnny Drille.<ref>{{cite web |title=REVIEW: #Headies2018 Was A Glorious Comeback That Wasn't Without Blemish |url=https://tns.ng/review-headies2018-was-a-glorious-comeback-that-wasnt-without-blemish/ |publisher=TNS |access-date=16 March 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328042754/https://tns.ng/review-headies2018-was-a-glorious-comeback-that-wasnt-without-blemish/ |archive-date=28 March 2019 |url-status=live }}</ref>

'''2019''': The 13th edition of The Headies was held on 19 October 2019, at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed "Power of a Dream", the ceremony was hosted by Nigerian rapper Reminisce and actress/media personality Nancy Isime.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://thenationonlineng.net/full-list-of-winners-at-headies-2019|location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=Full list of winners at Headies 2019|date=21 October 2019|access-date=23 October 2019|newspaper=The Nation|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191022181823/https://thenationonlineng.net/full-list-of-winners-at-headies-2019/|archive-date=22 October 2019|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|author1=Motolani Alake|title=Reminisce and Nancy Isime to host 2019 Headies|url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/reminisce-and-nancy-isime-to-host-2019-headies/v9923l8|access-date=23 October 2019|date=15 October 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191023103307/https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/reminisce-and-nancy-isime-to-host-2019-headies/v9923l8|archive-date=23 October 2019|url-status=live|newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> After shortlisting thousands of entries submitted between January 2018 and June 2019, the organizers of the ceremony announced the nominees on 1 October 2019.<ref>{{Cite news|author1=Fikayo Olowolagba|title=Burna Boy, Teni lead as Headies releases 2019 nominee list|url=https://dailypost.ng/2019/10/01/burna-boy-teni-lead-headies-releases-2019-nominee-list|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=23 October 2019|date=1 October 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191023103308/https://dailypost.ng/2019/10/01/burna-boy-teni-lead-headies-releases-2019-nominee-list|archive-date=23 October 2019|url-status=live|newspaper=Daily Post}}</ref> Burna Boy set a record for the most nominations in one night with 10 nominations.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.channelstv.com/2019/10/02/2019-headies-awards-burna-boy-makes-history-with-10-nominations|title=2019 Headies Awards: Burna Boy Makes History With 10 Nominations|date=2 October 2019|access-date=23 October 2019|website=Channels Television|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191023103722/https://www.channelstv.com/2019/10/02/2019-headies-awards-burna-boy-makes-history-with-10-nominations|archive-date=23 October 2019|url-status=live}}</ref> Teni followed with six and Wizkid with five. The ceremony featured performances from a number of artists, including Styl-Plus, Sunny Neji, Duncan Mighty, Teni and Victor AD.<ref>{{Cite news|author1=Motolani Alake|title=Falz, Burna Boy, Teni, Rema and other talking points from Headies 2019|url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/falz-burna-boy-teni-rema-and-other-talking-points-from-headies-2019/8gb78ng|access-date=23 October 2019|date=21 October 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191021235624/https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/falz-burna-boy-teni-rema-and-other-talking-points-from-headies-2019/8gb78ng|archive-date=21 October 2019|url-status=live|newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> Teni won the most awards, with four. Rema won the Next Rated award, beating Fireboy DML, Joeboy, Lyta, Victor AD and Zlatan Ibile.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://thenationonlineng.net/breaking-headies-2019-rema-emerges-the-next-rated-artist-of-the-year|location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=BREAKING: Headies 2019: Rema emerges the next-rated artist of the year|date=20 October 2019|access-date=23 October 2019|newspaper=The Nation|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191023103314/https://thenationonlineng.net/breaking-headies-2019-rema-emerges-the-next-rated-artist-of-the-year/|archive-date=23 October 2019|url-status=live}}</ref>

===2020s=== '''2020''': The 14th edition of The Headies<ref>{{Cite news|title=See full list of Headies 2020 award nomination|work=BBC News Pidgin|url=https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-55040703|access-date=2021-02-23}}</ref> was held on 21 February 2021, at the La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort in Ibeju-Lekki. Event organizers announced that TV personality and actress Nancy Isime and comedian Bovi were the hosts.<ref name=":0" /> This is the fourth time Bovi has hosted the event, while Nancy has become the first female to host the event for the second time.

'''2023''': The 16th Headies Awards took place on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The awards ceremony was hosted by Osas Ighodaro and Terrence J. Burna Boy led the nominations with 11 nominations, followed by Rema with nine nominations. The biggest winners of the night were Rema and Burna Boy, who each took home three awards. Other notable winners included Wizkid, Davido, Ayra Starr, Asake and Omah Lay. The event was also marked by the induction of Angelique Kidjo into the Headies Hall of Fame.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Trybe |first1=City |title=Everything You Need To Know About The Headies Award 2023 |url=https://www.trybecity.com/2023/09/06/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-headies-award-2023/ |website=Trybe City |publisher=Trybe City |access-date=16 October 2023}}</ref>

==Locations== {| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center" |- |bgcolor=#EEDD82 colspan=7 align=center|'''The Headies dates and locations''' |- !Edition !Year !Date !City !Venue !Host(s) !Ref |- |First |2006 |10 March |rowspan="2"|Onikan, Lagos |rowspan="2"|MUSON Centre ||Dare Art Alade |<ref>{{cite web | url=http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/past-winners/ | title=Past Winners | publisher=Hip Hop World Magazine | access-date=31 January 2014|url-status=unfit|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131227045424/http://hiphopworldmagazine.com/theheadies/past-winners|archive-date=27 December 2013}}</ref> |- |Second |2007 |17 March |Tana Adelana and D'banj |rowspan="1"|<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.modernghana.com/movie/838/3/hip-hop-awards-2007.html | title=HIP HOP AWARDS 2007 | publisher=Modern Ghana | date=26 March 2007 | access-date=29 January 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304003622/http://www.modernghana.com/movie/838/3/hip-hop-awards-2007.html | archive-date=4 March 2016 | url-status=live }}</ref> |- |Third |2008 |15 March | Maryland, Lagos |Planet One |Basketmouth and Dakore Egbuson |<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.modernghana.com/movie/2152/3/the-glitz-rewards-and-flaws-of-hip-hop-world-award.html | title=The glitz, rewards and flaws of Hip-Hop World Awards 2008 | publisher=Modern Ghana | date=23 March 2008 | access-date=31 January 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304055455/http://www.modernghana.com/movie/2152/3/the-glitz-rewards-and-flaws-of-hip-hop-world-award.html | archive-date=4 March 2016 | url-status=live }}</ref> |- |Fourth |2009 |16 May |Abuja, Nigeria |Abuja International Conference Centre |Banky W. and Kemi Adetiba |<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.thenigerianvoice.com/nvmusic/6698/3/hip-hop-world-awards-2009-winners.html | title=Hip Hop World Awards 2009 winners | publisher=The Nigerian Voice | date=17 May 2009 | access-date=31 January 2014|url-status=unfit|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222220132/http://www.thenigerianvoice.com/nvmusic/6698/3/hip-hop-world-awards-2009-winners.html|archive-date=22 February 2014}}</ref> |- |Fifth |2010 |29 May |rowspan="7"|Victoria Island, Lagos |rowspan="3"|Eko Hotel and Suites |{{n/a}} |<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.informationng.com/2010/06/winners-of-hip-hop-world-awards-2010.html | title=Winners of Hip Hop World Awards 2010 | publisher=Information Nigeria | date=1 June 2010 | access-date=31 January 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140105022612/http://www.informationng.com/2010/06/winners-of-hip-hop-world-awards-2010.html | archive-date=5 January 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> |- |Sixth |2011 |22 October |Rita Dominic and eLDee |<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/10/26/2011-the-headies-2face-darey-mi-others-win-multiple-awards/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=2011 The Headies: 2Face, Darey, MI, Others Win Multiple Awards | date=26 October 2013 | access-date=29 January 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140221154526/http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2011/10/26/2011-the-headies-2face-darey-mi-others-win-multiple-awards/ | archive-date=21 February 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref> |- |Seventh |2012 |20 October |M.I and Omawumi |<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2012/10/24/the-headies-2012-awards-psquare-wizkid-vector-shine/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria| title=THE HEADIES 2012 AWARDS: PSquare, Wizkid, Vector Shine | date=24 October 2012 | access-date=29 January 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140221153020/http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2012/10/24/the-headies-2012-awards-psquare-wizkid-vector-shine/ | archive-date=21 February 2014 | url-status=live |newspaper=P.M. News}}</ref> |- |Eighth |2013 |26 December |Oriental Hotel |Tiwa Savage and Dr SID |<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.ngrguardiannews.com/index.php/art/arts/143044-the-headies-2013-interrogating-winners-losers |location=Lagos, Nigeria| archive-url=https://archive.today/20140208033151/http://www.ngrguardiannews.com/index.php/art/arts/143044-the-headies-2013-interrogating-winners-losers | url-status=dead | archive-date=8 February 2014 | title=The Headies 2013... Interrogating winners, losers | date=10 January 2014 | access-date=29 January 2014 | author=Nwanne, Chuks |newspaper=The Guardian}}</ref> |- |Ninth |2014 |14 December |Eko Hotel and Suites |Toke Makinwa and Basketmouth |<ref name="bus"/> |- |Tenth |2015 |1 January 2016 |Landmark Events Centre |Bovi and Kaffy |<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.leadership.ng/entertainment/489430/olamide-timi-dakolo-ycee-win-big-headies-2015|title=Olamide, Timi Dakolo, YCee Win Big at HEADIES 2015|last=Abulude|first=Samuel|date=6 January 2016|access-date=23 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160129081859/http://www.leadership.ng/entertainment/489430/olamide-timi-dakolo-ycee-win-big-headies-2015|archive-date=29 January 2016|url-status=live|newspaper=Leadership}}</ref> |- |Eleventh |2016 |22 December |Eko Convention Center |Falz and Adesua Etomi |<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/12/full-list-headies-2016-winners/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=Full list of Headies 2016 winners |date=December 23, 2016 |newspaper=Vanguard|access-date=2018-05-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180508054111/https://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/12/full-list-headies-2016-winners/ |archive-date=8 May 2018 |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |{{n/a|}} |2017 |colspan="5" {{n/a|No ceremony held}} |- |Twelfth |2018 |6 May |rowspan="2"|Victoria Island, Lagos | rowspan="2" |Eko Convention Center |Bovi and Seyi Shay |<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://guardian.ng/life/music/the-headies-2018-full-list-of-winners/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=The HEADIES 2018: Full List Of Winners |last=Billy |first=Praise |date=May 5, 2018 |newspaper=The Guardian|access-date=2018-11-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328042759/https://guardian.ng/life/music/the-headies-2018-full-list-of-winners/ |archive-date=28 March 2019 |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |Thirteenth |2019 |19 October |Nancy Isime and Reminisce |<ref name=":0">{{Cite news |author1=Gbenga Bada |title=Headies 2019: Here are all the winners at the 13th edition of music award |url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/headies-2019-here-are-all-the-winners-at-13th-edition-of-music-award/peegxqv |access-date=20 October 2019 |date=October 20, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191019214705/https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/headies-2019-here-are-all-the-winners-at-13th-edition-of-music-award/peegxqv |archive-date=19 October 2019 |url-status=live |newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> |- |Fourteenth |2020 |21 February 2021 |Ibeju Lekki, Lagos |La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort |Bovi and Nancy Isime |<ref>{{Cite news|last=Silas|first=Don|date=2021-02-21|title=14th Headies award: All you need to know about Davido, Fireboy, Burna Boy, other nominations|url=https://dailypost.ng/2021/02/21/14th-headies-award-all-you-need-to-know-about-davido-fireboy-burna-boy-other-nominations/|location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=2021-02-21|newspaper=Daily Post|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|title=2020 Headies Award go dey different, see why and how you fit watch am|work=BBC News Pidgin|url=https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-56136711|access-date=2021-02-26}}</ref> |- |{{n/a|}} |2021 |colspan="5" {{n/a|No ceremony held}} |- |Fifteenth |2022 |4 September 2022 |Atlanta, United States |Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre |Anthony Anderson and Osas ighodaro |<ref>{{cite web |last=Hansen |first=Gabriel Myers |date=24 May 2022 |title=Headies 2022: All the nominees {{!}} Music In Africa |url=https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/headies-2022-all-nominees |access-date=2022-05-26 |work=musicinafrica.net}}</ref> |- |Sixteenth |2023 |3 September 2023 |Atlanta, United States |Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre |Terrence J and Osas Ighodaro |<ref>{{Cite news |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2023-08-31 |title=The Headies Highlights, All you Need To Know |url=https://guardian.ng/life/the-headies-highlights-all-you-need-to-know/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=2025-01-28 |newspaper=The Guardian|language=en-US}}</ref> |- |Seventeenth |2025 |5 April 2025 |Lagos |{{n/a}} |{{n/a}} |<ref>{{Cite news |author1=Adeayo Adebiyi |title=Grammys is now more popular in Nigeria than the Headies - Ayo Animashaun |url=https://www.pulse.ng/articles/entertainment/music/grammys-is-now-more-popular-in-nigeria-than-the-headies-ayo-animashaun-2025021319301991183 |access-date=15 February 2025 |date=13 February 2025|newspaper=Pulse Nigeria}}</ref> |}

==Award categories== ===Current categories=== {{col-begin}} {{col-2}} '''Voting''' *Best Rap Single (2006–present) *Song of the Year (2006–present) *Best Collaboration (2006–present) *Album of the Year (2006–present) *Next Rated (2006–present) *Hip Hop World Revelation of the Year (2006–present) *Producer of the Year (2006–present) *African Artiste of the Year (2006–present) *Best Music Video Director (2006–present) *Artiste of the Year (2006–present) *Best R&B/Pop Album (2006; 2008–present) *Best Street Hop Artiste (2009–present) *Best R&B Single (2010–present) *Best Pop Single (2010–present) *Rookie of the Year (2012–present) *Viewer's Choice (2018–present) {{col-2}} *Best Afrobeat Pop Single (2022–present) *Best Afrobeat Pop Album (2022–present) *Best African Collaboration (2022–present) *Best International Collaboration (2022–present) *African Artist of the Year (2022–present) *International Artist of the Year (2022–present) *Music Executive of the Year (2022–present) '''Non-voting''' *Best Recording of the Year (2006–present) *Best Rap Album (2006–present) *Best Vocal Performance (Female) (2006–present) *Best Vocal Performance (Male) (2006–present) *Lyricist on the Roll (2006–present) *Best Performer (2018–present) ;Miscellaneous *Hall of Fame (2006–present) *Special Recognition Award (2015–present) {{col-end}}

===Past award categories=== {| class ="wikitable" |colspan="5" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Best Reggae/Dancehall Album (2006–2009)}} |- !Year !Recipient !Result !Ref |- |2006 |''Take Control'' by Marvellous Benji |{{won}} |<ref>{{cite web |title=Winners - The Headies |url=http://theheadies.com/winners/?years=2006 |publisher=Hip Hop World Magazine |access-date=9 March 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190309171224/http://theheadies.com/winners/?years=2006 |archive-date=9 March 2019}}</ref> |- |rowspan="6"|2007 |''Versatile'' by Baba Dee |{{won}} |rowspan="6"| |- |''Little Patience'' by Majek Fashek |{{nom}} |- |''Let It Go'' by Spy Da Man |{{nom}} |- |''Conscious News'' by Righteousman |{{nom}} |- |''Reflex'' by Azadus |{{nom}} |- |''Ghetto Philosophy'' by Streetmonks |{{nom}} |- |rowspan="3"|2008 |''True Story'' by Timaya |{{won}} |rowspan="3"|<ref name="mod"/> |- |''Uchie'' by African Rockstar |{{nom}} |- |''Fever'' by African China |{{nom}} |- |rowspan="4"|2009 |''Gift and Grace'' by Timaya |{{won}} |rowspan="4"|<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.bellanaija.com/2009/03/10/hiphop-world-awards-2009-nominees-announced/ | title=HipHop World Awards 2009 Nominees Announced | publisher=Bellanaija | date=10 March 2009 | access-date=10 March 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140402072648/http://www.bellanaija.com/2009/03/10/hiphop-world-awards-2009-nominees-announced/ | archive-date=2 April 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> |- |''Me Musiq and I'' by Blackface |{{nom}} |- |''Ichiban'' by Chakka Da' Souljah |{{nom}} |- |''My Shine'' by Black Solo |{{nom}} |- |colspan="4" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Best Rap by a Duo or Group (2006)}} |- |2006 |"Street Hop" by Thoroughbreds |{{won}} | |- |colspan="4" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Best Pop Album (2007)}} |- |rowspan="6"|2007 |''After the Storm'' by Weird MC |{{won}} |rowspan="6"| |- |''Run Down'' by D'banj |{{nom}} |- |''Naija is Blessed'' by Soul E |{{nom}} |- |''Free Soldier''by Tony Tetuila |{{nom}} |- |''Mr Funky'' by Jazzman Olofin |{{nom}} |- |''Right and Wrong'' by Mr Raw |{{nom}} |- |colspan="4" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Best R&B Album (2007)}} |- |rowspan="5"|2007 |''Hitsville'' by Paul Play |{{won}} |rowspan="5"| |- |''From Me to You'' by Darey |{{nom}} |- |''No Drama'' by OJB Jezreel |{{nom}} |- |''Overture'' by Obiwon |{{nom}} |- |''Expressions'' by Styl Plus |{{nom}} |- |colspan="4" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Best Conscious Song of the Year (2011)}} |- |rowspan="5"|2011 |"One Day" – eLDee |{{won}} |rowspan="5"|<ref>{{cite web |title=The Nigerian Hip Hop Awards 2011(Headies) Nominees. |url=https://www.ngbuzz.com/index.php?topic=250.0 |access-date=9 March 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190309062538/https://www.ngbuzz.com/index.php?topic=250.0 |archive-date=9 March 2019 |date=2 August 2011}}</ref> |- |"If You Ask Me" by Omawumi |{{nom}} |- |"Wild Wild West" by M.I |{{nom}} |- |"Only Me" by 2Face Idibia |{{nom}} |- |"There is a Cry" by Timi Dakolo |{{nom}} |- |colspan="4" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Best Label Head (2012)}} |- |2012 |Banky W. |{{won}} |<ref>{{cite web |title=Davido Bags Next Rated @ The Headies 2012 + Full List Of Winners |url=https://tooxclusive.com/download-mp3/davido-bags-next-rated-the-headies-2012-full-list-of-winners/ |publisher=TooXclusive |access-date=9 March 2019 |date=21 October 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161117191430/http://tooxclusive.com/download-mp3/davido-bags-next-rated-the-headies-2012-full-list-of-winners/ |archive-date=17 November 2016 |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |colspan="4" style="font-size:110%"| {{center|Most Downloaded Callertune Single (2013)}} |- |2013 |"Mandela" by Harrysong |{{won}} |<ref>{{cite web | url=http://allafrica.com/stories/201312290097.html?viewall=1 | title=Nigeria: Olamide Wins Big @ Headies 2013 + Full List of Winners | publisher=allAfrica.com | date=27 December 2013 | access-date=10 February 2014 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140221234800/http://allafrica.com/stories/201312290097.html?viewall=1 | archive-date=21 February 2014 | url-status=live }}</ref> |- |}

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