Nee Oseye Ade Leke Crowns Highlife Artiste of the Year at Ghana Music Awards USA 2026

Versatile Ghanaian artiste Nee Oseye Ade Leke has been crowned Highlife Artiste of the Year at the just-ended Ghana Music Awards USA 2026, marking another significant milestone in his growing career.

The award comes on the back of a remarkable year for the artiste, whose single “Babalomia” has enjoyed widespread reception and emerged as one of his signature songs during the year under review.

“Babalomia” has also gained considerable visibility on TikTok, attracting thousands of creators who have embraced the song and produced content around it. Among those who have contributed to the song’s growing popularity is Bridget Enipa Bonyah, popularly known as EBAKUZ BEB on TikTok. An Nzema by ethnicity, EBAKUZ BEB has particularly attracted attention for her ability to sing along to the Ga-language song, further demonstrating the song’s ability to transcend cultural and linguistic boundaries.

Speaking about his latest achievement, Nee Oseye Ade Leke expressed his gratitude to the organisers of the Ghana Music Awards USA, as well as media practitioners, fans, colleagues and everyone who has consistently supported his musical journey.

He noted that music remains a powerful means of expressing emotions and connecting with people, adding that he is encouraged by the way audiences have connected with his music.

The award-winning artiste has also continued to keep his creative momentum alive with the release of his current singles, “Adey Think About You” featuring RedEye Nature and “Sunshine” featuring Hardcore Original. The two songs further showcase his versatility and commitment to creating music that connects with listeners while exploring different sounds and collaborations.

Looking ahead, the multiple award-winning artiste encouraged young and emerging talents to focus on creating music that can transcend generations and stand the test of time.

With the Highlife Artiste of the Year recognition adding to his list of achievements, Nee Oseye Ade Leke says fans should expect more timeless classics as he continues to explore his creativity, release new music and strengthen his place in Ghana’s music landscape.