The MOBO Awards is proud to welcome its hosts for 2025 ceremony, the duo Eddie Kadi (pictured left) and Indiyah Polack (pictured centre). Coming to you live from Utilita Arena Newcastle on 18 February 2025, this will be a night to remember as the UK’s biggest and most prestigious celebration of Black music and culture rolls out its red carpet for the very first time in Newcastle.
Eddie Kadi said: “The MOBO Awards is a big part of British music culture and it’s an honour to be asked to co-host this year’s ceremony with Indiyah. There are so many incredible artists nominated and the show is going to reflect the incredible range of the MOBO Awards – from hip hop to dancehall and more surprises to come! Watch this space. We can’t wait to bring the party to Newcastle where we know the energy is going to be electric!”
Indiyah Polack said: “I’m so excited to be back co-hosting the MOBO Awards for the second year. We’re going to bring a show like no other before to Newcastle, celebrating the richness of Black music and culture. You can expect some incredible red carpet looks, amazing live performances and of course, great vibes from Eddie and I.”
The 2025 MOBO Awards will be live-streamed to a global audience on YouTube at 8pm GMT on 18 February, with an exclusive BBC One broadcast special airing on 21 February.
A true master of entertainment and one of the UK’s most prominent comedians, Eddie Kadi is a multi-hyphenate media personality known for his unique brand of humour that references his heritage and cultural observations. He is a passionate advocate for African music, hosting The Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show on BBC Radio 1Xtra every week and has also toured as a host with the likes of Wizkid, Lauryn Hill and Burna Boy. He took on his first MOBO role at the 2021 Awards in Coventry as a roaming host accompanying Munya Chawawa and Leigh-Anne Pinnock. Since then, he has gone on to win hearts as a beloved contestant on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023 and earning nominations for ‘Best Breakthrough Award’ at the Royal Television Society and ‘Best Breakthrough Presenter’ at the Edinburgh TV Awards. Eddie’s charisma and infectious love for music make him the perfect choice to help celebrate the very best in Black music and culture.
Indiyah Polack returns for her second year to co-host the MOBO Awards. After making her mark as a standout star of Love Island Series 8 in 2022, Indiyah continues to flourish in the entertainment industry. In the past year, the ‘it girl’ joined Capital Xtra as a presenter. She appears as a panellist on the last two seasons of Love Island Aftersun, alongside Sam Thompson and Maya Jama, and additional hosts the popular Love Island podcast, The Morning After. Whether on-screen or off, she has proven her natural flair for connecting with audiences. Following her dazzling debut as a MOBO Awards host last year in Sheffield, Indiyah is set to bring her charm and energy to the stage once again for one of the UK’s biggest nights in music.
BBC One will air an exclusive behind-the-scenes special on Friday 21 February, offering viewers a unique, access-all-areas experience of one of the year's most highly anticipated award ceremonies. Packed with backstage access, exclusive performances, and no holds barred interviews with some of the biggest names in the music industry, this special takes audiences on a journey through the heart of the event. Hosted by the legendary BBC 1Xtra presenter DJ Target (pictured right) the show promises an insider's perspective, providing viewers with an up-close look at the moments behind the glitz and glamour of the ceremony.
