Davido Wins Album Of The Year At AFRIMMA 2026 With ‘5IVE’

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has added another achievement to his career after winning Album of the Year at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) with his latest project, 5IVE.

The award was announced on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, through AFRIMMA’s official Instagram page, following the awards and music festival held on September 12 at Annette Strauss Square in Dallas, Texas.

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Davido entered the ceremony as the most nominated artiste of the year, earning five nominations across major categories.

Davido beats Burna Boy, Asake, Omah Lay

The singer’s 5IVE emerged ahead of a competitive list of nominees, including Burna Boy’s No Sign of Weakness, Asake’s M$NEY, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind and Black Sherif’s Top of The Morning Era.

Other nominees in the category were Tyla for A-Pop, Lloyiso for Never Thought I Could, Leigh-Anne for My Ego Told Me To and Himra for SORRY I’M BAD.

Beyond the Album of the Year category, Davido was also nominated for Artist of the Year, Best Male West Africa and the Crossing Boundaries With Music Award.

Davido’s AFRIMMA win adds to 2026 milestones

The 2026 AFRIMMA nominations featured artistes from West Africa, South Africa, the United Kingdom and other parts of the diaspora across major categories.

Davido’s Album of the Year victory with 5IVE adds to his milestones in 2026 and further highlights the international recognition of African music.