Nigerian singer, Shallipopi, has publicly slammed the organizers of the 17th edition of the Headies Awards after receiving only a handshake on stage instead of an award plaque.

Recall that Shallipopi had lost the highly debated “Next Rated” award to Odumodublvck but clinched the ‘Best Rap Single of the Year’ for his track “Cast.”

However, when he stepped onto the stage to claim his award, he was met with just a handshake, as the organizers claimed they had run out of plaques.

Fuming with disappointment, Shallipopi took to his Twitter page to express his anger, declaring that he would no longer attend future award ceremonies.

He further stated that he didn’t even desire the ‘Best Rap Single’ award because he does not consider himself a rapper.

In his words:
“The next one if una see me make I bend.
I nor go even lie for una sef, I nor want that award. Give the real rappers wey dey the category. Me, Shallipopi, I nor be rapper.”

His outburst has sparked conversations online about the professionalism of award shows and artists’ recognition.