The Nigerian music industry is celebrating another milestone achievement as superstar Davido earns a Grammy nomination, prompting an emotional response from his wife, Chioma Adeleke.
Grammy Recognition for Afrobeats Stars
The 68th Grammy nomination list was officially released on Friday, November 7, 2025, showcasing strong representation from the Afrobeats genre. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in February 2026 in Los Angeles, featuring several Nigerian artists among the nominees.
Davido received his nomination in the Best African Music Performance category for his hit single "With You" featuring fellow Nigerian artist Omah Lay. The category includes other prominent African artists, creating a competitive field that highlights the growing global influence of African music.
Chioma's Proud Wife Moment
Chioma Adeleke, Davido's wife, immediately expressed her joy and pride upon learning about her husband's nomination. She took to her Instagram account to share Davido's celebratory post, adding gratitude and love emojis to show her support.
This isn't the first time Chioma has publicly celebrated her husband's achievements. Recently, she expressed pride when Davido commissioned a hostel named after his late mother and when news broke that he would be headlining the Coachella music festival next year.
Nigerian Dominance in Grammy Categories
The Best African Music Performance category features multiple Nigerian contenders, demonstrating the country's strong presence in the global music scene. The nominees include:
- Davido and Omah Lay for "With You"
- Burna Boy for "Love"
- Ayra Starr and Wizkid for "Gimme Dat"
- South Africa's Tyla for "PUSH 2 START"
Additionally, Burna Boy received another nomination for Best Global Music Album for his work "No Sign of Weakness."
The Grammy Awards introduced two new categories this year: Best Album Cover and Best Traditional Country Album, while the Best Country Album category was renamed to Best Contemporary Country Album.
This nomination continues Nigeria's successful streak at the Grammys, following Tems' victory in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Grammy Awards, where she triumphed over other Nigerian artists including Yemi Alade, Asake featuring Wizkid, and Burna Boy.
The winners will be announced on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles, with the Nigerian music community eagerly awaiting the results.
