Glamour, style, and unforgettable moments! The 17th at headies brought the heat to the red carpet as stars showed up and showed out in grand fashion.
Annie Macaulay‘s green Headies look has us wanting to wear our greens all week.
For her presenting duties, she stepped out in an adire-print strapless crop top and wide-leg trousers, covered in loud, swirling shades of pink, black, and lime green. But it was the coat that really set things off. A lime green beauty with sharp shoulders and a dramatic fringe hem that swung with every move.
Even her pointed heels stayed in tune, picking up the exact green of the coat. With her hair styled into a sleek short cut and makeup that played up her eyes just right, Annie brought it all together without missing a beat.It was one of those looks that hit all the right notes, without breaking a sweat. However, it was her unexpected announcement, not her vibrant attire, that would soon capture everyone’s attention. “Good evening, I am Annie Idi—oh sorry, Annie Macaulay. I’m single!” she declared with a playful smile
In an instant, the crowd erupted into wild cheers.Annie wasn’t just announcing her independence from 2Baba; she also meant that it is time to embrace a new phase of her life. The 17th edition of the prestigious Headies, tagged ‘Back to Base’, marked a grand homecoming after two years abroad.
Hosted by the magnetic duo of Nancy Isime and veteran broadcaster IK Osakioduwa, the evening blended charisma, humour, and glamour into a potent spectacle, reminding everyone that the heart of Afrobeat still beats strongest at home.
The red carpet at the 17th Headies Awards was nothing short of a runway spectacle, with stars pulling out all the stops to serve looks as dazzling as their careers.
From flowing gowns to sharply tailored suits, the Landmark Event Centre’s entrance trans Not to be outdone, Davido exuded royalty in a white, custom-designed agbada embroidered with gold, his signature sunglasses and confident stride commanding every camera’s attention.Rising starts didn’t come to play—they were ready!Rising stars matched the veterans step for step.Qing Madi wowed in a futuristic silver ensemble that caught the flashbulbs with every twirl, while Shallipopi kept it edgy in an all-black leather outfit paired with chunky boots, embodying the rebel spirit of the new wave of Afrobeat.
Odumodublvck, true to his nonconformist brand, arrived with a colorful entourage, sporting a retro-themed jacket over streetwear chic, looking every bit the disruptor he has become.Nancy Isime, who later co-hosted the show, lit up the carpet early in the evening with a stunning red velvet gown complete with a dramatic train, setting the tone for a night where glamour was compulsory.Each step, each pose, each grin on the red carpet wasn’t just about style—it was a statement of intent.
The return of the Headies to Nigerian soil wasn’t just celebrated with music but with a fashion renaissance that echoed through every corner of the venue.
Tributes, honour for Mohbad
The ceremony reserved its most poignant moments for Mohbad, the late street-hop sensation.Posthumously winning Best Street-Hop Artiste for his hit “Ask About Me,” Mohbad’s legacy was honoured with a standing ovation as his young son, Liam, and his wife received the award.
The tribute video, which celebrated his brief but blazing career, left few dry eyes in the house.His multiple nominations, including Best Collaboration for “Egwu” with Chike, and Afrobeats Single of the Year, served as haunting reminders of a voice silenced too soon.
Tanzanian music star Juma Mussa Mkambala, popularly known as Juma Jux, made history at the Headies Awards 2025, taking home the prestigious ‘Best East African Artist of the Year’ award.
The award ceremony, held on Sunday night at the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, recognized Juma Jux’s outstanding contribution to the growth and global appeal of East African music.
During his acceptance speech, an emotional Juma Jux expressed deep gratitude, saying: “First, I want to appreciate God, my wifey Priscilla, my management, my family, my JP Lovers, and Headies for believing in East African music.”
Author: Okunlola Kayode. F
Okunlolacharles2020@gmail.com
Lagos, Nigeria
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