Explore the surprising outcomes as Davido lost Grammy Awards amid fierce competition from fellow Nigerian artists and Tyla.
Nigerian singer Davido has been eliminated from the Best African Music Performance category at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Despite a strong year, fans were disappointed that Davido lost Grammy Awards once again, despite his popularity and hit collaborations. South African singer Tyla took home the prize.
Tyla took home the award with her hit “Push 2 Start”. She surpassed strong competition from Nigerian stars Burna Boy (“Love”), Ayra Starr and Wizkid (“Gimme Dat”). She also faced competition from Davido (“With You” featuring Omah Lay) and Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin (“Hope & Love”). Many fans expressed their surprise after Davido lost the Grammy Awards this year.
The category was introduced to spotlight African music globally. It again featured a strong Nigerian presence. Overall, the event saw David lose Grammy Awards along with other Nigerian nominees. Three artists made the final shortlist. In summary, Davido lost the Grammy Awards despite being a favorite among fans.
The Best African Music Performance category was introduced to spotlight African music globally. It featured a strong Nigerian presence, with three artists making the final shortlist. Tyla emerged victorious. She cemented her position as one of Africa’s most successful young artists ¹ ² ³.
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