The first annual MTV Africa Music Awards took place on November 22, 2008 in Abuja, Nigeria at The Velodrome.[1] The show was hosted by Trevor Nelson.[2][failed verification] The nominees were announced on October 7, 2008.[3]
Nominations and winners
Artist of the Year
Best Video
Best Female
Best Male
Best Group
Best New Act
Best Alternative
Best Hip-Hop
Best R&B
Best Live Performer
Listener's choice award
- Jax Panik — "Cigarettes and Cinnamon"
- D'banj — "Why Me"
- Naakaya — "Mr. Politician"
- JB Mpiana — "Zadio Kongolo"
- P Unit (featuring DNA) — "Una"
- Toniks — "Beera Nange"
- Ofori Amponsah (featuring Samini) — "Odwo"
MAMA legend award
My Video
- Jide Rotilu??, Adetoro Rotilu ??, Razor Blee G[4]