The ‘Pana’ crooner, who is a native of Ebonyi State, was reportedly dropped due to his lack of participation.
According to the organisers, Tekno was mandated to take part in some promotional activities including photo shoots, interviews and more, which he allegedly never participated.
In a letter addressed to Tekno’s record label and signed by Ayo Animashaun, the executive producer, Smooth Productions, the performer failed to attend the expected undertakings of artistes nominated in the ‘Next Rated’ category.
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The ‘Next Rated’ category recognises the efforts and strides of artistes deemed to be on the rise and possessing of immense promise.
The letter read in part: “Kindly consider this a follow up to our earlier letter sent to you on December 15, 2016.
“Tekno has unfortunately not made himself available for any of the mandatory activities, hence the committee’s decision to effectively withdraw his nomination for this year.
“As communicated in our last letter to you, the window of participation officially closed on Friday, December 16.”
The 24-year-old singer, who was nominated in just one category, was selected alongside Ycee, Aramide, Humblesmith and Mr. Easi.
The highly anticipated award ceremony will hold Thursday, December 22 at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, Lagos.