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See Why Headies Awards Snubs Wizkid And Portable
The nominees for the 2023 Headies Awards have been announced, and two major names are noticeably absent: Wizkid and Portable.
Wizkid, who is one of the most popular and successful artists in Africa, released his album “Made in Lagos (Deluxe Edition)” in 2022. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it spawned several hit singles, including “Essence” and “No Stress.”
Portable, a fast-rising artist who emerged in 2022, released his debut album in the same year. The album was a huge hit, and it featured several popular singles, including “Zazu Zeh“ and “Omo Ope.”
Despite the success of their albums, neither Wizkid nor Portable received any nominations for the 2023 Headies Awards. This has led to some fans accusing the Headies Awards of snubbing them.
On social media, fans have been expressing their disappointment with the Headies Awards. Some have called the snub a “disgrace,” while others have said that it is “proof that the Headies Awards are rigged.”
The Headies Awards have not yet commented on the snubs. However, it is possible that the awards committee felt that Wizkid and Portable’s albums did not meet the criteria for nomination.
Regardless of the reason, the snubs have certainly raised some eyebrows. It will be interesting to see how Wizkid and Portable react to the news.
Why Were Wizkid And Portable Snubbed?
There are a few possible reasons why Wizkid and Portable were snubbed by the Headies Awards.
The quality of their albums: The Headies Awards are known for recognizing albums that are both commercially successful and critically acclaimed. It is possible that the awards committee felt that Wizkid and Portable’s albums did not meet the high standards that they set.
The competition: The 2023 Headies Awards is a very competitive year. There are many other artists who released successful albums in 2022, and it is possible that Wizkid and Portable were simply not the best of the best.
Bias: There have been accusations of bias in the Headies Awards in the past. It is possible that the awards committee was biased against Wizkid or Portable for some reason.
It is impossible to say for sure why Wizkid and Portable were snubbed. However, the snub has certainly raised some eyebrows and sparked a debate about the fairness of the Headies Awards.