FOLA has emerged as the leading nominee for the 18th Headies Awards with 10 nominations, ahead of Davido, who secured eight nominations.
The recognition places the relatively new artist at the centre of conversations ahead of this year’s ceremony, scheduled for October 23, 2026, in Toronto, Canada.
FOLA’s nominations cut across major categories, including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album for Catharsis, Best Recording of the Year for You, Songwriter of the Year and Next Rated.
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His strong showing reflects the growing recognition of his music and songwriting, with nominations spanning both established award categories and the Next Rated category.
Davido follows with eight nominations, putting the Afrobeats star among the leading contenders for the 2026 awards.
The 18th Headies Awards will mark another international staging of the ceremony, extending its celebration of Nigerian music beyond the country.
With the nominations now announced, attention is expected to shift to the October ceremony and the artists who will emerge as winners across the various categories.
