Wizkid becomes the most nominated African artist in the history of the BET Awards.

Following the announcement of the nominations for the next BET Awards 2022, the record was announced on social media.

Wizkid mWizkidade set the record by receiving two nominations for the upcoming edition of the prestigious award presentation, which will take place on June 27, 2022.

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Wizkid was nominated in two categories: ‘Best male R&B/pop artist’ and ‘Best Collaboration.’

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The most nominated African Artist for the #BETAwards “@wizkidayo” 🏆 pic.twitter.com/rmVlNcn3qJ

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Tems and Fireboy DML were two more Nigerians nominated for the 2022 BET Awards. Tems received nominations in the categories of ‘Best International Act,’ ‘Best Collaboration,’ and ‘Best New Artist.’

Fireboy DML was nominated for the award’s ‘Best International Act’ category.