Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially been inducted as a voting member of the Recording Academy, the body behind the prestigious GRAMMY Awards.
With this recognition, the multi-award-winning singer will now join a global network of music professionals who decide nominations and winners for the 2026 GRAMMYs.
The Recording Academy announced his inclusion on Tuesday via Instagram, sharing a video featuring Davido alongside other new members. The post read in part:
“Creating a song or an album takes heart, time, and dedication. ✨ That’s why Recording Academy members including #Davido… are sharing why your participation matters.”
This milestone marks another major step for the Feel hitmaker, who secured three GRAMMY nominations in 2024. As a voting member, Davido will actively take part in both the nomination and final-ballot processes.
Reacting to the honour, Davido said:
“Understanding the importance of how our voices are heard, I am participating in the GRAMMY Award process. It is a game-changer… I am honoured to be part of the Recording Academy community, and I look forward to voting.”
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His induction aligns with the Academy’s ongoing effort to expand and diversify its membership, giving more space to African artists and other global acts.
Voting for the 2026 GRAMMYs officially opens on October 3, less than two weeks from now.
