Nigerian star [Davido](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davido) has entered a slate of recordings for the 2027 [Grammy Awards](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grammy_Award), including his sixth studio album ‘Oriade’ and a range of collaborations, as the Recording Academy opens its first‑round voting period from 12 October to 22 October.
- Album submitted: ‘Oriade’ for Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album, Best Engineered Album, Non‑Classical and Best Album Cover.
- Singles entered: “B4 B4” (feat. Mayorkun & FOLA), “Nakupenda” (feat. TxC, Zlatan, Shoday, Scotts Maphuma & Al Xapo), “Le Show” (feat. Ayra Starr & French Montana) and “I Know Who I Be” (feat. JAZZWRLD & GL_Ceejay).
- Voting window: 12 Oct – 22 Oct; nominees expected 16 Nov; ceremony slated for 7 Feb 2027.
**What recordings were submitted?**
Davido’s album ‘Oriade’ is listed in five categories, while his tracks “B4 B4”, “Nakupenda”, “Le Show” and “I Know Who I Be” are entered across Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best African Music Performance and Best Music Video categories.
**Which collaborators are featured on the entries?**
The submissions showcase a mix of Nigerian and African talent: Mayorkun and FOLA on “B4 B4”; TxC, Zlatan, Shoday, Scotts Maphuma and Al Xapo on “Nakupenda”; Ayra Starr and French Montana on “Le Show”; and JAZZWRLD with GL_Ceejay on “I Know Who I Be”.
**When will nominees be announced and the ceremony held?**
The Recording Academy plans to release the nominee list on 16 November 2026, with the 69th Grammy Awards ceremony scheduled for 7 February 2027.
**Has Davido been nominated before?**
Yes, he received Grammy nods for his album ‘Timeless’ and the songs “Unavailable” and “Feel” at the 66th edition in 2024, marking his continued presence on the international awards stage.
The multiple submissions underline the growing ambition of Nigerian artists to gain recognition at major global music awards.