Nigeria’s biggest music awards show, The Headies, has announced a historic double edition in 2025, with the 17th edition set to take place in April and the 18th edition scheduled for December.
According to Ayo Animashaun, Executive Producer of The Headies, the decision to host two editions in one year was made to keep the awards on track with its annual calendar. The 17th Headies Awards—originally scheduled for 2024—had to be postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, prompting the need for a second edition before the year ends.
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The 17th Headies Awards will be held on April 5, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria, marking the show’s return to its home country after two consecutive editions abroad. The 16th edition was held in Atlanta, USA, following its debut outside Nigeria in 2022.
Key Details About the 17th & 18th Headies Awards:
17th Edition: April 5, 2025 (Lagos, Nigeria)
18th Edition: December 2025 (Venue TBA)
Nomination Window for the 17th Edition: April 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024
Nomination Window for the 18th Edition: August 2024 – Most of 2025 (Exact dates TBA)
WATCH: Official Headies Announcement
The announcement comes as welcome news for the Nigerian music industry, where The Headies has remained a prestigious benchmark for musical excellence since its inception in 2006. Although the venue and host for the 17th edition are yet to be revealed, excitement is already building for the event, which will recognize and celebrate the best of African music.
With the Nigerian music scene experiencing a global explosion, the return of The Headies to its home country is expected to be a major highlight of the entertainment calendar in 2025.