MOBO Awards: Burna Boy Secures Double Win

The African Giant, Burna Boy, has bagged two wins at the MOBO awards, adding this to his list of achievements.

He won in the ‘Best International Act’ category, flooring the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Beyonce, Chris Brown, Drake, Summer Walker Jazmine Sullivan, Skilibeng, Jack Harlow and Nigerian fast-rising global act, Tems to clinch the award.

African Giant ? @Burnaboy is taking home the MOBO trophy for Best African Music Act supported by @Afrozons ? #Burnaboy #MOBOAwards #MOBO25@LucozadeEnergy ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/JCkBEAVjJR

— MOBO (@MOBOAwards) November 30, 2022

He also secured the nod as the ‘Best African Act’, beating Asake, Rema, Fireboy DML and Omah Lay.

And another one for @BurnaBoy ?

Your Best International Act at the 2022 #MOBOAwards in association with @LucozadeEnergy ? #AfricanGiant pic.twitter.com/Gi9E01Xwro

— MOBO (@MOBOAwards) November 30, 2022

Hosted by funny men Chunkz and Yung Filly, the ceremony hosted performances from Fireboy DML, Kojey Radical, Cat Burns, FLO, and many more.

Reacting to his double win, Burna Boy apologized for not being there in person to receive his awards.

However, he conveyed his gratitude and thanked his fans for voting for him.

“Thank you so much @MOBOAwards for the Two Awards!!! Best International Act 2022 & Best African Music Act 2022

“Sorry I couldn’t be there. Truly Grateful. Thank you to all my fans and those that voted,” Burna Boy tweeted.

Thank you so much @MOBOAwards for the Two Awards!!!
Best International Act 2022 &
Best African Music Act 2022
sorry I couldn’t be there.
Truly Grateful.
Thank you to all my fans and those that voted #LOVEDAMINI pic.twitter.com/mN6E7xIcIL

— Burna Boy (@burnaboy) November 30, 2022