Burna Boy sets record as first Nigerian artist with five Grammy album nominations

Two images of Nigerian artist Burna Boy in jewelry and sunglasses: on the left, he’s in a white suit; on the right, a blue jacket, smiling and pointing to his teeth—showcasing the Grammy album nominations star’s style.

Afro-fusion superstar Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has achieved yet another remarkable feat.

He is the first Nigerian artist to earn five career Grammy nominations in album categories.

His latest album, No Sign of Weakness (2025), has been nominated for Best Global Music Album at the upcoming 2025 Grammy Awards.

This new nomination places Burna Boy in a league of his own, marking a significant chapter in his already illustrious career.

His previous Grammy-nominated works include African Giant (2019), Twice As Tall…