The 9th OSMA Awards, held on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Amazing Place Event Centre, Akure was a night of celebration for emerging and established talents in the Nigerian music scene. Among the standout winners was Juzzy Smizz and Khay Pantal, who clinched three and two prestigious awards respectively. Juzzy Smizz win the biggest award category of the night, Artiste of the year, Music Video of the year & Besr Collaboration while Khay Pantal won Song of the Year and Songwriter of the year for Louis Vuitton, both acts showcasing his versatility and creativity.
The event, themed Consolidating Afrobeats, featured dazzling performances, including cultural showcases and energetic sets from Juzzysmizz, Drizzy Dave, and S2DK. The night was filled with well-deserved honors across multiple categories. Below is the full list of winners:
- Digital Artist of the Year: Enigango
- Best Street Hop/Dance Hall Song: 2bigg – Steeze ft. Ben Ace
- Best Rap Single: S2DK – Twenty Eighteen ft. Jswaq
- Best Performer: Dammy Spiff
- Artist of the Year: Juzzysmizz
- Best Pop Single: Stingdinero – Killonso ft. Rhappy
- Best Alternative Song: Spencer – Dough ft. Bennylee
- Best Collaboration: Juzzysmizz – Watch Your 6 ft. S2DK & Drizzy Dave
- Best New Act: Eassywayz
- Extended Playlist of the Year: Jaykelly – NMS (No More Sorrow)
- Music Producer of the Year: Yfcee - My Way Remix
- OSMA Fans Choice: Stivo
- Music Video of the Year: Juzzysmizz – Watch Your 6 ft. S2DK & Drizzy Dave
- Best R&B Single: Flexzy Jnr – Time and Tides
- Achievement in Vocals: Biva – Energy
- Best Pop Solo Performance: Salvation RX – Roles 4u
- Song of the Year: Khay Pantal – Louis Vuitton
- Achievement in Comedy: MC Willymouth
- Songwriter of the Year: Khay Pantal - Louis Vuitton
- Special Recognition Awards: Sir Demola Suzi & DJ Lakers
- Best Artiste in Diaspora: Donny Crown (Cyprus)
- Best Dressed Male: Sir Demola Suzi
- Best Dressed Female: Barrister Justina Akeredolu
This edition of the OSMA Awards marked a major milestone in the Nigerian music industry, celebrating excellence and setting new standards for future editions. All eyes are now on the upcoming 10th edition, as expectations continue to rise.
