Nigeria, Jan. 12 -- The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held in Lagos on Sunday, 11th January 2026 ended with Nigerian singer Rema emerging as the biggest winner of the night, taking three major awards.

The awards ceremony took place at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, with artistes and guests attending from across Africa and beyond.

Rema won Best Male Artiste in Western Africa, Artiste of the Year, and Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African RnB/Soul for his global hit "Calm Down." He defeated other leading Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, and Asake, in the top categories.

While receiving his awards, Rema thanked fans and organisers, saying thei...