Nigeria News Nalin The 2025 Motherboard Awards reportedly took center stage in Newcastle, celebrating British Black music excellence in the UK and internationally on Tuesday night.
This star-studded event highlights the diversity and richness of contemporary noir music with exciting performances from Krept & Konan, Bashy, Spice and Nova Twins and a lineup of award-winning winners.
The night also respects the Trail Blazers, surpassing music, thereby enhancing the commitment to the cultural impact of initiative.
Newsonline Nigeria earlier reported that Ayra Starr won the Best International Act and Best African Act.
The winner of the night
The most famous names this year include the Central Central Competition, Darkoo and Bashy, each of whom has won prestigious awards. Central Cee earned the title of Best Male Performance, which adds to his growing legacy, becoming one of the most popular rappers in motherboard history, now tied to Stormzy at 7 Prizes.
Darkoo’s powerful statement by winning the best female performance and song of the year Favorite girlfeaturing Dess Dior.
Bashy marks the return of his much-anticipated music, winning in both categories.
His album Poverty is expensive Winning Album of the Year, he also won the title of Best Hip-Hop Performance.
The project has been praised for its poignant exploration of race, mental health and working class struggle in northwest London, resonating with viewers and critics.
Special honor, industry recognition
In addition to music, the mobilization recognizes people who have significantly shaped culture. Olympic gold medalist Denise Lewis received the prestigious “Paving Road” award and acknowledged her influence in sports, media and entertainment.
She has joined the list of past winners, including Idris Elba, Sir Lenny Henry, Nicola Adams and the late Jamal Edwards (Jamal Edwards).
Dancehall Icon Vybz Kartel received the Mobo Impact Award for its profound impact on the genre and music industry.
MOBO founder Kanya King highlighted his “immeasurable” contribution, noting that his influence goes far beyond the dance hall and shapes global music trends.
Famous first and historical moments
Odeal is a double winner, claiming both the best newcomer and the best R&B/Soul Act, which proves his rapid rise in the industry.
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr became the first African woman to win the best international behavior and the first female recipient of the Best African Music Act in 16 years, further cementing Afrobeats’ global dominance.
The Ezra Collective is the winner of the 2023 Mercury Awards, continuing their streak by ensuring the best jazz performance. Other notable winners include Scorcher for Best Grime Act, Pozer for Best Drill Act, TSHA Best Electronic/Dance Performance, and Annatoria Best Gospel Act.
In the field of media and entertainment, baby performances in the 90s were the best media person, actor musician Jacob Anderson won the best performance on TV show/movie as he played Louis Vampire interview.
Best Video Award won Mnelia My manDirected by Femi Bello on a list of groundbreaking creative achievements celebrated at the event.
A legacy of excellence, looking to the future
The BOBO Awards continue to be a platform for identifying black music and culture in the UK and globally. As the organization approaches its 30th anniversary in 2026, its impact remains as strong as ever.
The Guardian reported on Tuesday that founder Kanya King recently revealed her fight against stage 4 cancer, and he reiterated her dedication to bring mobilization into a new influence and An era of innovation.
The complete list of winners – 2025 Motherboard Awards
- Best Male Behavior: Central Central
- Best female behavior: conspiracy
- Best Newcomer: Impurities
- Album of the year: Bashy- Poverty is expensive
- Song of the Year: skateboard Favorite girl (ft.dessdior)
- Video of the year: Mnelia – My man (Directored by Femi Bello)
- Best Hip Hop Method: bash
- Best dirt method: Scorcher
- Best exercise method: Glass pot
- Best R&B/Soul Act: Impurities
- Best Media Personality: Baby Shows in the 90s
- Best African Music Method: ayra trrrrrrr.
- Best performance in TV shows/movies: Jacob Anderson Vampire interview
- Best Electronic/Dance Music Performance: only
- Best Gospel Method: Annator
- Best Jazz Table: Ezra collective
- Best Producer: Jules
- Best Caribbean Music Method: Shensee
- Best Alternative Music Method: All BLK era
- Best International Act: ayra trrrrrrr.
- MOBO Paving Road Award: Denise Lewis
- MOBO Impact Award: Vybz Kartel
