Nigerian singer Tems emerged as the winner for the Best International Act at the 2022 BET Awards.

She made history as the first ever African female musician to win the Best International Act at the BET Awards.

Tems, pipped UK singers Little Simz and Dave to win the BET Award for Best International Act.

Afropop artist Wizkid also claimed the best collaboration accolade with his hit ‘Essence’ featuring Tems and Justin Bieber

Sean “Diddy” Combs was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award with a starry lineup of friends paying tribute to the producer/artist, including Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, Nas, Lil’ Kim, Busta Rhymes, the Lox, Bryson Tiller, and Faith Evans.

Another Nigerian singer Fireboy DML, performed his hit song peru on stage.