Nigeria, Feb. 19 -- Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has made history at the 2025 Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards, becoming the first woman in 16 years to win the Best African Music Act award.

On Tuesday, the 22-year-old music star also clinched the title of Best International Music Act at the prestigious event, held at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

The awards ceremony celebrated excellence in Black music and culture and highlighted the growing influence of African artistes on the global stage.

Ayra Starr's victory in the Best International Music Act category makes her the first African female artiste to break this jinx, as this award has long eluded many African female acts.

The "Rush" hitmaker follows in...