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Ayra Starr beats Beyonce, Kendrick Lamar, Tems, wins Music of Black Origin awards

Nigerian singer and songwriter Ayra Starr.[Instagram]

Ayra Starr has etched her name into the books of history, becoming the first woman in 16 years to win the MOBO Award for Best African Music Act.

The MOBO Awards (Music of Black Origin) are an annual British music award presentation honouring achievements in "music of black origin", including hip hop, grime, UK Drill, R&B, soul, reggae, jazz, gospel, and African music.

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