Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has added another major award to his impressive career. His latest album, 5IVE, won Album of the Year at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA).
The award marks another big moment for Davido on the African music scene. He entered the ceremony as one of the night’s biggest nominees, with five nominations across major categories. His strong showing also highlighted his continued influence in African music.
Davido competed for Artist of the Year, Best Male West Africa, and the Crossing Boundaries With Music Award. He also earned a nomination for AFRIMMA Album of the Year. His song “With You,” featuring Omah Lay, also picked up nominations for Best Collaboration and Song of the Year.
However, 5IVE emerged as the big winner for the Nigerian singer. The album’s victory adds to Davido’s growing list of career achievements. It also strengthens his position as one of Africa’s biggest music exports. Fans have continued to celebrate the singer’s global reach and impact.
The 2026 AFRIMMA ceremony also marked the awards’ return after a two-year break. Organisers made the comeback even bigger with the event’s first-ever music festival in Dallas. For Davido, the night ended on a high note with another major trophy in his collection. His latest win further shows why he remains a major force in Afrobeats.
