The 16th edition of the Headies Awards held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, USA, experienced a setback as the organizers omitted the announcement of winners in 13 categories.
This decision left attendees and viewers worldwide surprised when actress Osas Ighodaro, one of the co-hosts, abruptly declared that the ceremony had concluded, leaving the remaining 13 categories unaddressed.
It came to attention that the organizers of the 14th edition of the prestigious music awards, held at the famous Metropolitan Auditorium in Los Angeles, had an unexpected turn of events. Surprisingly, 13 award categories were left unannounced before an impromptu conclusion was reached, leaving both attendees and global viewers bewildered.
Among the unaddressed categories were: Outstanding Female Artist, Best Recorded Song of the Year, Exceptional Songwriter of the Year, Top R&B Single, Excellent Vocal Performance (Female), Choice of the Audience at the Music Awards, as well as the Best Artist from East Africa.
The missing categories encompassed artists from various regions, such as: Best Artist from North Africa in the Year, Best Artist from Southern Africa in the Year, Best Artist from Central Africa in the Year, Outstanding International Artist of the Year, Most Innovative Album, and Best R&B Album.The premature conclusion of the ceremony has sparked diverse responses on various online platforms.
Numerous individuals suggested that the sudden termination of the event might have been a consequence of time constraints at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.
In the meantime, Rema emerged as the recipient of the prestigious Best Male Artiste of the Year accolade, while Asake was presented with a brand new vehicle after triumphing in the highly sought-after Next Rated category.
