LONDON, Feb 15 — MTV have announced they're holding their annual EMAs in London — for the first time since 1996.

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan joined musicians Tinie Tempah and Ray BLK at the company's newly refurbished building in North London at an event yesterday.

Speaking to assembled MTV staff and press, the London Mayor praised the city for its musical diversity.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, makes a speech at the London Government Dinner at the Mansion House in London January 12, 2017. — Reuters pic

“London is the greatest city in the world. I think we are the entertainment capital of the world,” he says.

Tinie Tempah was in high spirits at the event too, joking that he couldn't wait for the awards — but not for the reason you might expect.

Tinie says: “It's definitely about the awards, but it's always about the after parties and I think London can accomodate a really good after party. Definitely.”

While Tinie said he hoped to be at the upcoming awards, organisers would not be drawn on who exactly would be playing at the ceremony at London's Wembley arena on November 12.

But with previous performances from the likes of Taylor Swift and Madonna, the 2017 EMAS are likely to be a lively affair. — Reuters