Nigeria’s Grammy snub stirs debate on Afrobeats’ global impact – Punch Newspapers

A man and woman walking on a red carpet at a Grammy event, showcasing Nigeria's Afrobeats elegance.

The 68th Grammy Awards, held on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto Arena in Los Angeles, USA, played out like a dramatic movie for Nigeria’s music scene. Despite a strong showing on the nominees list, including Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, and Omah Lay, the country walked away empty-handed after South African singer, Tyla, claimed the Best African Music Performance award for her hit song, ‘Push2Start’.

The outcome immediately ignited heated debates online, with some fans…