The Headies Awards is facing fresh criticism as several past winners have reportedly called out the organisers over alleged unpaid cash prizes dating back more than three years.
According to reports and social media posts, including a recent report by Instablog9ja, multiple award recipients are yet to receive the monetary rewards attached to their victories.
The controversy has also drawn attention from some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars. Superstar Ayra Starr recently criticised the organisers for presenting major categories, including Best Female Artist, backstage rather than on the main stage.
The singer questioned the significance of such wins when they are not properly recognised in front of the audience, expressing her disappointment over the way some categories are handled.
Ayra Starr is not the first major artiste to raise concerns about the awards. Veteran singer Tiwa Savage has previously voiced similar frustrations about the organisation and treatment of artists.
With more past winners now speaking out over allegedly unpaid prize money, fans are calling on the Headies organisers to address the complaints and clarify when affected artistes can expect to receive what they won.
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