Nigerian artist, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu MFR, famously known as Burna Boy, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer. He rose to stardom in 2012 after releasing “Like to Party”, the lead single from his debut studio album L.I.F.E.

Burna Boy wins this award after defeating other international top artists, the likes of Ayra Starr, Stormzy among many others.

The ceremony that took place at the Bet Awards The Nigerian singer was not present at the show, but he’s had an amazing last couple years. And his mother, Bose Ogulu, received the award on his behalf. His 2022 album Love, Damini was a worldwide success, and he already took home a BET Award in the same category in 2019 and 2021.