Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Craig David and Drake have sold millions of albums between them David was named best male, capping a year in which he has returned from the pop wilderness with a number one album, Following My Intuition.
Image copyright PA Image caption Lady Leshurr dedicated her award to her mother Craig David's win came 16 years after he picked up the Mobo for best newcomer. "What a time to be alive. 2016 feels good," he said as he picked up his trophy from singer Katy B. "Thanks to everyone who's been rolling with me since 1999. "Can I say a huge thank you to the Mobos for supporting me since day one?" the star added. However, he went on to recognise his fellow nominees - including Skepta, Kano and Stormzy, all of whom have been at the frontline of the grime resurgence this year. Grime was well-represented in the night's other categories. Section Boyz took home best hiphop, while Chip picked up the best grime prize. Kano won best album for Made In The Manor, a textured and reflective record, rooted in his east London upbringing. The star beat Mercury Prize-winner Skepta, and two other Mercury nominees, Laura Mvula and Michael Kiwanuka, to scoop the prize.
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He was unable to attend the ceremony, but sent a recorded message, holding aloft a chipped trophy. "My award's broken but I'm going to have a drink tonight," he said.
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