The nominees for the 2025 Ghana Music Awards Europe (GMAEU) were officially announced on July 3 at a glitzy ceremony held at the CLOSAG Hall in Accra.
Organized by the GMAEU team in collaboration with TapTap Send, the star-studded evening brought together a vibrant mix of entertainment industry professionals, traditional leaders, and diplomats. The event, which ran from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, served as a celebration of Ghanaian music excellence at home and in the diaspora.
This year marks the fourth edition of the GMAEU, held under the theme “Celebrating Excellence in Ghanaian Music Beyond Borders.” The awards continue to spotlight the achievements of Ghanaian musicians worldwide and expand recognition across diverse musical genres.
A notable addition to this year’s categories is the Political Campaign Song of the Year, introduced to honour songs that have made a cultural and political impact. Nominees include Akwaboah’s “Asorkorrr”, Nacee’s “Kwen Kwen” and “Asempa No Aba”, Nero X’s “Mahama For 2024”, Eno Barony’s “Bawumia Beba”, and others.
The unveiling ceremony attracted several high-profile attendees, including actress Beverly Afaglo and her husband Choir Master, musicians Keche Andrew and Kwaisey Pee, as well as media personalities AJ Poundz (Onua TV) and Jerry Justice (Adom FM).
In a touching moment, actor and comedian Abraham Davis (Salinko) pledged GH¢20,000 in support of the awards—drawing loud applause from attendees. Other key industry figures such as Prophet Atara, gospel singer Mable Okyere, and Kwesi Ernest of Media Excel were also present. Gideon Aryeequaye, Acting Executive Secretary of the Creative Arts Agency, represented the government.
Diplomatic dignitaries were also in attendance, including Fallou Galass Bakhoum, who represented the Ambassadors of Switzerland, Benin, and Togo.
Several traditional leaders and queen mothers graced the event, adding cultural significance to the occasion. Notable among them were Nana Animah BadeƐ (Omankrado Hemaa of Gomoa Mampong), Nana Akuwa Kwaawa I (Odzikrohemaa), Barima Arkoh-Frempong I (Akyem Kotoku Twafo Saanahene), and Her Royal Highness Naa Adesey Omanyesane III (Divisional Queen Mother of Nungua), among many others from across Ghana.
The 2025 GMAEU will honour excellence across more than 40 award categories, spanning both local and diaspora music scenes.
Highlights of the Nominee List
Local Categories
- Artiste of the Year
Fameye, KiDi, King Promise, Kweku Smoke, King Paluta, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity Ghana, Stonebwoy, Diana Hamilton - Best Gospel Artiste of the Year
MOG Music, Piesie Esther, Joe Mettle, Empress Gifty, Diana Hamilton, Team Eternity Ghana - Best New Artiste of the Year
Moliy, Mandem Yopic, Beeztrap KOTM, AratheJay, Rap Fada, Team Eternity, Kojo Blak, Akelerh - Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste of the Year
Amerado, Beeztrap KOTM, Kweku Smoke, Black Sherif, King Paluta, Sarkodie, Medikal - Best Rap Performance of the Year
Eno Barony – “Without a Manual”, Kweku Smoke, Okyeame Kwame – “No Competition”, Sarkodie – “Brag”, Lyrical Joe – “August 5, 8”, Flowking Stone – “The Return of the King” - Best Afrobeat Song of the Year
OlivetheBoy – “Asylum”, Lasmid – “Puul”, KiDi ft Black Sherif – “Lomo Lomo”, Dope Nation – “Asabone”, King Promise – “Favorite Story”, Beeztrap KOTM – “Yes”, Stonebwoy – “Jejereje” - Most Popular Song of the Year
OlivetheBoy – “Asylum”, KiDi ft Black Sherif – “Lomo Lomo”, King Paluta – “Aseda”, King Promise – “Paris”, Team Eternity – “Defe Defe”, Stonebwoy – “Jejereje”, among others - Best Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year
Epixode – “ChooBoi”, Amerado ft Samini – “Ankonam Remix”, Stonebwoy – “Psalm 23”, Shatta Wale – “Killa Ji Mi”, Afriyie Wutah – “Zormizor” - Political Campaign Song of the Year
Akwaboah – “Asorkorrr”, Nacee – “Kwen Kwen”, Nero X – “Mahama For 2024”, Samini – “No Pressure”, Eno Barony – “Bawumia Beba”, Grace Ashly – “Ghana Will Rise Again”, and more
Diaspora Categories
- Best Diaspora Artiste of the Year
Benji, Danny Lampo, Fadu, Geo Wellington, Jay Baba, Lady Vicky, Rebbel Ashes, Samuel Sey, Mz Nana - Best Diaspora Gospel Artiste of the Year
Akubless, Belinda Owusu, Francisca Amoah, Jane Rita, Royal Mama, Lady Vicky, Nana Amankwah Tiah, Mini Felicia Boadu - Best Diaspora Afrobeat Song of the Year
Tracks by Adabor Asiedu, Jay Baba, Kgee, Tyga Beat, Nee Oseye Ade Leke, and others - Best Diaspora Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year
Danny Lampo, Queen Lee, Leo Leo, Kwame Mulzz, Starkay Gee - Best Female Vocalist of the Year
Akubless, Lady Ann, Nana Yaa Otchere (Mz Nana), Ohenmaa Gladys, Royal Mama - Best Male Vocalist of the Year
Minister Ike, Kwame Mulz, Assy Gentle, Elijah the Worshipper, Oxmart Prah, Samuel Sey - Digital Content Creator of the Year
Agvengo Entertainment, Akuabako TV, Geo Wellington, Obroni Yere
The 2025 GMAEU is shaping up to be one of the most inclusive and expansive celebrations of Ghanaian music to date, uniting talents from across the globe under one prestigious platform.