Akon signs 2face, Wizkid and P-Square on Konvict Music

Since Kanye West’s signing of D’banj to his Good Music record label, many music industry analysts have predicted a rise in future signings of African music artistes.

Akon recently signed 2face, Wizkid and P-square to his Konvict Musik record label as Representatives. The three Nigerian musicians will be joining Lady Gaga, Brick & Lace, Colby O’Donis among others who are also signed to the label.

Reports also claim that Akon remixed one of Wizkid's smash single. It was said that theAkon liked the song so much that he had to jump on the Don't Dull remix. Both these reports have to be confirmed.

Wizkid wins MOBO award

Wizkid won the Best African Act award at the 17th annual Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards which took place in Scotland last night.

After the announcement was made, Wizkid tweeted his excitement: “#TEAMWIZKID we did it!!..now let's get the EMA!!!!...God bless every1 dat voted!!!...wow!!!”.

Wizkid is also nominated for a MTV European Music Award and a Channel O Award, both shows taking place next month.

Wizkid was nominated in the Best African Act category alongside D’Banj, Seun Kuti, Cheikh Lo and Fatoumata Diawara.

Other winners of the night included:

Best UK Act - Jessie J

Best Newcomer, in association with Lebara Mobile - Jessie J

Best Song, in association with PRS for Music - Jessie J - Do It Like A Dude

Best Album - Jessie J - Who You Are

Best Hip Hop/Grime Act - Tinie Tempah

Best R&B/Soul Act - Adele

Best International Act - Rihanna

Best Video - Tinchy Stryder and Dappy - Spaceship

Best Reggae - Alborosie

Best Jazz Act - Kairos 4tet

Best Gospel Act - Triple O

Best African Act - Wizkid

Outstanding Contribution to Music - Boyz II Men