Musicians Wizkid and Davido have made the African continent proud.
The Nigerian superstars made a resounding impact at this year’s 56th NAACP Image Awards by securing wins across key categories.
The 2025 ceremony was held on Saturday, February 22, at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.
The awards, hosted by civil rights organisation the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), are held annually to celebrate African-Americans who have excelled in film, television, music and literature.
Wizkid claimed the award for Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration (Contemporary) for "Piece of My Heart", his collaboration with Brent Faiyaz from his 6th and latest album, “Morayo”.
Meanwhile, Davido also shined, winning Outstanding International Song for his feature on Chris Brown’s track, "Hmmm".
Other winners included Queen Latifah, Ayo Edebiri, Damon Wayans, Kerry Washington and Keke Palmer.
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris made a homecoming to the Awards for her first public live television appearance for the prestigious Chairman's Award.
As a lifetime NAACP member, the award honoured Harris for her historic accomplishments and incredible service legacy to America and our community.
Dave Chappelle received the President's Award for Outstanding Achievements and Distinguished Public Service and the Wayans Family was inducted into the NAACP Hall of Fame, an honour bestowed upon trailblazers whose lasting influence continues to shape their industry for generations.
During the ceremony, a special segment honoured the historically Black community of Altadena, which was impacted by the Eaton wildfires.
Actor Morris Chestnut highlighted the community’s resilience and led a standing ovation for the 22 Altadena residents featured in the tribute.
After honouring those who have passed away with an in memoriam tribute, American DJ and record producer, D-Nice led a special tribute to the late music icon Quincy Jones with a special medley to highlight his enduring legacy and timeless hits.
Below is an abridged list of the winners:
Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)
Wizkid feat. Brent Faiyaz – “Piece of My Heart”
Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series
Rapman – “Supacell – ‘Supacell’”
Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Television)
Ayo Edebiri - “The Bear”
Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series
Rapman - “Supacell - ‘Supacell’”
Outstanding Actress in Drama Series
Queen Latifah
Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series
Michael Rainey Jr.
Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series
Quinta Brunson
Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series
Damon Wayans
Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture
Martin Lawrence
Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture
Kerry Washington
Outstanding Motion Picture
The Six Triple Eight
Entertainment of the Year
Keke Palmer
Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series
Crystal Jenkins - “No Good Deed - Letters of Intent” Netflix)
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Television (Series, Special, Movie)
Taraji P. Henson - “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” (Peacock)
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Television (Series, Special, Movie)
Samuel L. Jackson - “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” (Peacock)
Outstanding Host in a Reality/Reality Competition, Game Show or Variety (Series or Special) - Individual or Ensemble
Keke Palmer - “Password” (NBC)
Outstanding Reality Program, Reality Competition Services/Game Show“
Celebrity Family Feud” (ABC)
Outstanding Guest Performance
Marlon Wayans - “Bel-Air” (Peacock)