Nigerian superstar Tems is set to dominate the 2026 BET Awards, entering the ceremony as the most nominated African artist in this year’s edition.
The Grammy-winning singer will not only compete in three major categories but will also take the stage for a highly anticipated live performance at the event, scheduled for June 28.
The performance lineup places Tems alongside some of the biggest names in global music, including Cardi B, Don Toliver, Doechii, Kehlani, Queen Latifah, Common, Rick Ross, T.I., French Montana & Max B, Jill Scott, KWN, and The War and Treaty. Her inclusion on the night’s bill underscores her growing stature as one of Afrobeats’ most internationally embraced voices.
Tems enters the night with three nominations: Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, the BET Her Award for her soul-stirring single “First,” and the Viewers’ Choice Award for her collaboration with British rapper Dave on “Raindance.” The nominations span both individual recognition and collaborative excellence, reflecting the breadth of her creative reach over the past year.
With a major performance slot and three chances to take home trophies, the BET Awards stage is set to be yet another defining moment in Tems’ remarkable global ascent.
