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Controversy surrounding The Headies awards

Overview

Ayo Animashaun, founder of The Headies, sparked debate within the Nigerian music industry by criticizing artists for prioritizing international recognition over domestic awards. Animashaun noted a trend where artists publicize submissions to foreign bodies, such as the Grammy Awards, while failing to engage with local institutions like The Headies.

This tension escalated into a public dispute between Animashaun and media personality Do2dtun regarding the decision to host the 18th Headies awards ceremony in Toronto, Canada. Do2dtun argued that credible awards should remain homegrown to serve local industries, whereas Animashaun dismissed the criticism as a personal grievance, alleging that Do2dtun’s opposition was rooted in past failed requests for visa assistance.

Entities

Ayo Animashaun · The Headies · Seun Kuti · Asake · Davido

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Do2dtun and Ayo Animashaun clash over Headies awards location

    Media personality Do2dtun and The Headies founder Ayo Animashaun are disputing the decision to host the music awards in Canada, involving accusations regarding visa requests and industry credibility.

  2. [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Ayo Animashaun criticizes Nigerian artists over foreign award focus

    The Headies founder Ayo Animashaun criticized Nigerian artists for seeking foreign award recognition while neglecting to submit entries to the domestic awards ceremony.

Sources

arise.tv · creebhills.com · gistmania.com · kemifilani.ng · nigerianeye.com · promptnewsonline.com · qed.ng