The organisers of the BET Awards 2026 have officially released this year’s nomination list, with Nigerian music stars once again earning major international recognition.
The announcement has generated widespread reactions across social media platforms, as fans celebrate the continued global rise of Afrobeats and the growing influence of Nigerian artists in the international music industry.
Among the Nigerian artists nominated this year are Grammy-winning singer Tems, Afrobeats stars Wizkid and Asake, as well as Burna Boy.
Tems Receives Multiple BET Awards 2026 Nominations
Tems emerged as one of the leading Nigerian nominees after securing nominations in major categories, including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and the BET Her Award category.
The singer has continued to strengthen her global reputation through international collaborations, sold-out performances, and award-winning projects over the past few years.
Her nominations have also sparked excitement among fans, many of whom believe the recognition reflects her growing impact on the global music scene.
Wizkid and Asake Earn Best Group Recognition
Music stars Wizkid and Asake also secured a nomination in the Best Group category following their successful collaborations and increasing international popularity.
Shortly after the nomination list surfaced online, supporters of both artists flooded X, Instagram, and TikTok with reactions celebrating the achievement.
The nomination has further highlighted the growing international acceptance of Afrobeats music beyond Africa.
Burna Boy Secures Another International Nomination
Burna Boy also earned recognition through his appearance on Gunna’s track “WGFT,” which received a nomination in the Best Collaboration category.
The nomination adds to Burna Boy’s long list of international achievements as the singer continues to maintain strong global visibility in the music industry.
Some Major BET Awards 2026 Categories
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
- Ari Lennox
- Coco Jones
- Ella Mai
- Jill Scott
- Kehlani
- Mariah the Scientist
- Olivia Dean
- SZA
- Tems
Best Group
- 41
- Clipse
- De La Soul
- FLO
- French Montana & Max B
- Metro Boomin & DJ Spinz
- Nas & DJ Premier
- Terrace Martin & Kenyon Dixon
- Wizkid & Asake
Best Collaboration
- “Chains & Whips” — Clipse feat. Kendrick Lamar
- “Errtime Remix” — Cardi B feat. Jeezy & Latto
- “Go Girl” — Summer Walker feat. Latto & Doja Cat
- “Good Flirts” — Baby Keem feat. Kendrick Lamar & Momo Boyd
- “Is It A Crime” — Mariah the Scientist & Kali Uchis
- “It Depends (The Remix)” — Chris Brown feat. Bryson Tiller & Usher
- “Take Me Thru Dere” — Metro Boomin feat. Quavo, Breskii, YK Niece & DJ Spinz
- “WGFT” — Gunna feat. Burna Boy
Fans React Online
Following the release of the nomination list, entertainment followers across social media platforms began debating this year’s selections.
While many Nigerians praised the international recognition earned by local artists, others questioned the absence of some major names from the nomination categories.
The announcement also reignited conversations among fan bases over which Nigerian artist currently has the biggest global influence in Afrobeats.
BET Awards 2026 Ceremony
The BET Awards 2026 ceremony is expected to hold later this year in Los Angeles, United States, with several global stars expected to attend the event.
The awards platform remains one of the biggest events celebrating Black excellence in music, entertainment, sports, and culture worldwide.
