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June 27, 2022 Fans Hail Fireboy’s Performance At 2022 BET Awards

Fans Hail Fireboy’s Performance At 2022 BET Awards

Adedamola Adefolahan, better known as Fireboy, a Nigerian musician, delighted the crowd on Sunday night during the 2022 Black Entertainment Television Awards ceremony.

Other internationally known artists, like Diddy, Lil Wayne, Roddy Rich, and a host of others, gave thrilling performances during the event, which took place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Following Fireboy's performances of "Playboy" and "Peru" during the event, fans have praised the YBNL-signed musician on Twitter.

A tweep, @al_pacinno, said, “Fireboy’s performance at #BETAwards was gold.”

Another tweep, @ade_tomiwa1, tweeted, “Fireboy DML ate and left no crumbs. The dress is on point.”

“I just watched Fireboy’s @BETAwards performance. That was super impressive. I’m super proud,” @da_dekoda tweeted.

“Fireboy came through like a playboy at the #BETAwards,” @uncle_headd asserted.

@thife_savvy tweeted, “I can’t get enough of Fireboy’s performance at the #BETAwards. Man is so gifted.”

Acknowledging the singer’s growth, @LovelyAssLupe tweeted, “Fireboy’s growth in one year shows when it’s your time, it’s your time. Keep up the hustle and the blessings will come.”

Asides Fireboy, Tems also made Nigerians proud as she clinched the Best International Act Award during the ceremony.

“Essence” remix by Wizkid featuring Tems and Justin Beiber bagged the Best Collaboration award.

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June 27, 2022 BBNaija Star Mike Edwards Crowned 2-Time Nigerian High Jump Champion

BBNaija Star Mike Edwards Crowned 2-Time Nigerian High Jump Champion

Nigeria's high jump champion, BBNaija sensation Mike Edwards, will compete for Nigeria at the Commonwealth Games.

Mike Edwards, a Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) celebrity, has reclaimed his title as Nigeria's high jump champion.

At the current 2022 National Trials, 32-year-old Edwards was named the Nigerian high jump champion.

At the National trials, which the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN, arranged, Edwards made his mark.

A former high jumper for Great Britain, Edwards competed in the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.

After competing in Big Brother Naija Season 4, popularly known as Big Brother Naija: Pepper Dem edition, Mike Edwards, a high jump champion, rose to fame.

He reached a season high of 2.20 meters to win the high jump competition.

Edwards celebrated his most recent accomplishment on his official Instagram account.

A statement reading "TWO TIME NIGERIAN NATIONAL CHAMPION #AndStillJOB FINISHED" was posted with a picture of the occasion. Road back to the Commonwealth Games: 2.20 m.

Edwards is anticipated to be a member of Nigeria's delegation to the 2022 Commonwealth Games, which will be held in Birmingham and begin in July and are formally known as the XXII Commonwealth Games.

Edwards was unable to compete in the 2018 edition, which was sanctioned by the International Amateur Athletic Federation and the International Association of Athletics Federations, in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia (IAAF).

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June 27, 2022 A List Of All The Winners At The 2022 BET Awards

A List Of All The Winners At The 2022 BET Awards

Wizkid and Tems among winners at 2022 BET Awards: See the complete list of winners

On Sunday, June 26, 2022, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, the 2022 BET Awards were presented. Among others, Roddy Rich, Fireboy DML, Jack Harlow, Babyface, Chance the Rapper, GIVON, Chlöe, and Joey Bada$$ performed on the show, which was hosted by well-known actress Taraji P. Henson.

Wizkid won the award for Best Collaboration for 'Essence' featuring Tems and Justin Bieber.

Tems also took home the award for Best International Act.

Here is a list of all the winners at the 2022 BET Awards.

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

  • Ari Lennox
  • Chlöe
  • Doja Cat
  • H.E.R.
  • Jazmine Sullivan *WINNER
  • Mary J. Blige
  • Summer Walker

Best male R&B/Pop Artist

  • Blxst
  • Chris Brown
  • Giveon
  • Lucky Daye
  • The Weeknd *WINNER
  • Wizkid
  • Yung Bleu

Best Group

  • Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak) *WINNER
  • Chlöe X Halle
  • City Girls
  • Lil Baby & Lil Durk
  • Migos
  • Young Dolph & Key Glock

Best Collaboration

  • Wizkid feat. Justin Bieber Tems - 'Essence' *WINNER
  • DJ Khaled fest. Lil Baby & Lil Durk - 'Every Chance I Get'
  • Baby Keem & Kendrick Lamar - 'Family Ties'
  • Doja Cat feat. SZA 'Kiss Me More'
  • Drake feat. Future Young Thug - 'Way 2 Sexy'
  • Bia feat. Nicki Minaj - 'Whole Lotta Money (Remix)'

Best Female Hip Hop Artist

  • Cardi B
  • Doja Cat
  • Latto
  • Megan Thee Stallion *WINNER
  • Nicki Minaj
  • Saweetie

Best Male Hip Hop Artist

  • Drake
  • Future
  • J. Cole
  • Jack Harlow
  • Kanye West
  • Kendrick Lamar *WINNER
  • Lil Baby

Video of the Year

  • Baby Keem & Kendrick Lamar 'Family Ties'
  • Chlöe - 'Have Mercy'
  • Doja Cat feat. SZA - 'Kiss Me More'
  • Ari Lennox 'Pressure'
  • Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson Paak) - 'Smokin Out The Window' *WINNER
  • Drake feat. Future & Young Thug - 'Way 2 Sexy'

Video Director of the Year

  • Anderson .Paak a.k.a. Director .Paak *WINNER
  • Benny Boom
  • Beyoncé & Dikayl Rimmasch
  • Director X
  • Hype Williams
  • Missy Elliott

Best New Artist

  • Baby Keem
  • Benny the Butcher
  • Latto *WINNER
  • Muni Long
  • Tems
  • Yung Bleu

Album of the Year

  • Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson Paak) - 'An Evening with Silk Sonic' *WINNER
  • H.E.R. - 'Back of My Mind'
  • Tyler, the Creator - 'Call Me If You Get Lost'
  • Drake - 'Certified Lover Boy'
  • Kanye West 'Donda'
  • Jazmine Sullivan - 'Heaux Tales, Mo' Tales: The Deluxe'
  • Doja Cat - 'Planet Her'

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award

  • Marvin Sapp - 'All In Your Hands'
  • Kanye West - 'Come to Life'
  • Kelly Price - 'Grace'
  • Fred Hammond - 'Hallelujah'
  • H.E.R. & Tauren Wells 'Hold Us Together (Hope Mix)'
  • Election Worship & Maverick City Music - 'Jireh'
  • Lil Baby X Kirk Franklin - 'We Win' *WINNER

BET Her

  • Alicia Keys - 'Best of Me (Originals)'
  • Mary J. Blige - 'Good Morning Gorgeous' *WINNER
  • Chlöe - 'Have Mercy'
  • Ari Lennox - 'Pressure'
  • Jazmine Sullivan 'Roster'
  • Summer Walker & Ari Lennox 'Unloyal'
  • Doja Cat 'Woman'

Best International Act

  • Dave (UK)
  • Dinos (France)
  • Fally Ipupa (DRC)
  • Fireboy DML (Nigeria)
  • Little Simz (UK)
  • Ludmilla (Brazil)
  • Major League DJZ (South Africa)
  • Tayc (France)
  • Tems (Nigeria) *WINNER

Best Movie

  • 'Candyman'
  • 'King Richard' *WINNER
  • 'Respect'
  • 'Space Jam: A New Legacy'
  • 'Summer of Soul'
  • 'The Harder They Fall'

Best Actor

  • Adrian Holmes - 'Bel-Air'
  • Anthony Anderson 'Black-ish'
  • Damson Idris - 'Snowfall'
  • Denzel Washington - 'The Tragedy of Macbeth'
  • Forest Whitaker 'Respect' / "Godfather of Harlem'
  • Jabari Banks - 'Bel-Air'
  • Sterling K. Brown - 'This Is Us'
  • Will Smith - 'King Richard' *WINNER

Best Actress

  • Aunjanue Ellis - 'King Richard'
  • Coco Jones 'Bel-Air'
  • Issa Rae - 'Insecure'
  • Jennifer Hudson - 'Respect'
  • Mary J. Blige - 'Power Book II: Ghost'
  • Queen Latifah - 'The Equalizer'
  • Quinta Brunson 'Abbott Elementary'
  • Regina King - 'The Harder They Fall'
  • Zendaya - 'Euphoria' / 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' *WINNER

Youngstars Award

  • Akira Akbar
  • Demi Singleton
  • Miles Brown
  • Saniyya Sidney
  • Storm Reid
  • Marsai Martin *WINNER

Sportswoman of the Year Award

  • Brittney Griner
  • Candace Parker
  • Naomi Osaka *WINNER
  • Serena Williams
  • Sha'Carri Richardson
  • Simone Biles

Sportsman of the Year Award

 

June 24, 2022 Tonto Dikeh Nominated As Deputy Governorship Candidate Of Rivers State Under ADC

Tonto Dikeh Nominated As Deputy Governorship Candidate Of Rivers State Under ADC

The African Democratic Congress has chosen Tonto Dikeh, a popular actor from Nigeria, to run for deputy governor of Rivers State.

On Friday, June 24, 2022, Tonte Ibraye, the party's candidate for governor, announced it on his Instagram page.

"After series of consultations with leaders of our party the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State and the national level, I’m glad to announce Amb. Tonto Dikeh ( tontolet )as my running mate for the 2023 gubernatorial election in Rivers State," he wrote.

"We are pleased to welcome her to the #RiversRescueMission2023 as we strive to improve the standard of living for everyone in our dear Rivers State. Please join our press conference at 11 am today. #TonteTonto2023."

The actress also praised Ibraye for proposing her for the position of deputy governor of Rivers State on her Instagram page.

"I thank Mr. Tonte Ibraye(@tonteibraye), the Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Rivers State for nominating me as his running mate," she wrote.

"We are looking forward to investing massively in social protection, creating a social value system for young people, increased women's inclusion in our governance system, supporting small businesses and strengthening our traditional institutions to be active players in the drive to bring sustainable development to the good people of Rivers State."

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