Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy and Tems earn 2026 BET Awards nominations

Four of Nigeria’s most prominent music stars have earned major nominations for the 2026 BET Awards, highlighting the sustained global influence of Afrobeats. Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy, and Tems were recognized across several categories in nominations announced on Tuesday for the ceremony, which is scheduled for June 28 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.

Tems leads the group with three individual nominations. She is up for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, the BET Her Award for her song “First,” and the Viewers’ Choice Award for “Raindance,” her collaboration with British rapper Dave.

In a significant milestone, Wizkid and Asake received a joint nomination in the Best Group category, a recognition attributed to their recent collaborative project and a series of hit releases. They are nominated alongside acts including Clipse, FLO, and Metro Boomin & DJ Spinz. Burna Boy secured a nomination in the Best Collaboration category for “WGFT,” his featured appearance on a track by Gunna.

The nominations continue a strong legacy for Nigerian artists at the BET Awards. Wizkid is among Africa’s most decorated winners at the ceremony, while Burna Boy has been a consistent presence in...