Of a truth, It was a night of beauty, culture and celebration of African music and talents as AFRIMMA held in Dallas, Texas amidst pomp.

Hosted by Basketmouth and Dj Poizon Ivy., The award which saw Burna Boy carting away the Artiste of the Year diadem, also honoured Prince Ned Nwoko and the Governor of Mombasa Joho Hassan.

While Prince Nwoko was presented with Afrimma Community Impact Award, Governor Joho was presented with Transformational Leadership Award.

It would also be recalled that recently , Regina Daniels hubby, Ned Nwoko recently gave out N5 million as giveaway to about 50 entrepreneurs to start up a business.

The Afrimma Awards founder, Anderson Obiagwu during his closing remarks emphasized that it’s important to encourage and recognize leaders and philanthropists in Africa who are making a difference in their various communities. He also charged the honorees not to relent in their efforts in creating an enabling environment for the people to succeed.

Some of the African stars on parade include Fally Ipupa, Ommy Dimpoz, Lisa Yaro, Daphne and more. Nigerian star Burna Boy was the biggest winner of the night bagging 4 awards Artist of The Year, Best Male West Africa, Song of The Year with Zlatan and best collaboration with Zlatan. Rema took home the Afrimma Video of The Year Award while Zlatan won Best Newcomer as well as Best Collaboration and Song of The Year alongside Burna Boy.Other winners include Aya Nakamura – Best Female West Africa and Ommy Dimpoz – Best Male East Africa.

Akothee from Kenya, Nandy from Tanzania, Toofan from Togo alongside the Nigerian duo of Rema, Zlatan as well as Congolese superstar Fally Ipupa provided unforgettable performances on a spectacular night.