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Why Oxlade Says He Never Smokes, and How Faith Shaped His Rise

Afrobeats sensation Oxlade has shared personal insights into his upbringing and lifestyle choices, offering fans a deeper look at the values that guide his life and career. Oxlade’s journey into music began long before fame. He grew up in a deeply church-oriented environment, where music played a central role in community life. From a young age he was involved in the church choir, progressing through the ranks from the children’s […]

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How Music Pulled Jeriq Back From the Brink of Prison

Nigerian rapper Jeriq has opened up about his turbulent early years and how music became the force that steered him away from a dangerous path. In a candid interview with YouTuber The Smallie, the Enugu-born artist shared that before his breakthrough in music, he had been arrested multiple times by law enforcement due to involvement in street vices, including encounters with anti-cult units and the police, leaving visible scars on […]

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Nigerian Afro-Fuji Star Destiny Boy Dies at 22

Nigerian music scenes are in mourning after the shocking and still-emerging reports that popular Afro-Fuji singer Afeez Adeshina, best known by his stage name Destiny Boy, has died at just 22 years old. The news first broke on January 18, 2026, spreading rapidly across social media and entertainment news platforms, leaving fans, colleagues and the broader entertainment community reeling. Destiny Boy was known for his unique fusion of traditional Fuji […]

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I thought Motherhood Would Derail My Career — Tiwa Savage

Nigerian music icon Tiwa Savage has made a deeply personal revelation, admitting that giving birth felt like it almost destroyed her career. Speaking in a recent interview with popular content creator Korty EO, Tiwa described the emotional and professional challenges she faced after welcoming her son, Jamil Balogun, in July 2015 with her then-husband Tunji “TeeBillz” Balogun. Tiwa Savage revealed that she wasn’t immediately excited about becoming a mother, in […]

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One Bike, Two Continents, One Mission: Meet Chideba, Who Rode from Nigeria to France to Save Lives

Some journeys are about distance. Others are about purpose. For Amadi Chinenyenwa Judith, her two-and-a-half-month motorcycle ride from Nigeria to France and back again was never just about crossing borders. It was about shining a light on cancer warriors whose battles are cut short, not by lack of courage, but by lack of funds. Judith, a petite woman standing at 5’2” and weighing just 63kg, mounted a 200kg Honda CBX […]

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Harrysong Admits Kcee Feud Stalled His Music Career

Nigerian singer Harrysong has admitted that his long-running feud with fellow artist and former label boss Kcee distracted him from making music and stunted his creative output during a critical phase of his career, even though the dispute is now resolved. Speaking during a recent interview on Jusmen FM about the decades-long tensions stemming from his time with Five Star Music, the record label once led by Kcee, he revealed […]

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Wizkid & Asake Drop Irresistible Afrobeats Banger “Jogodo”

Wizkid and Asake have just ignited the Afrobeats scene with “Jogodo”, a smooth, groove-heavy new single that serves as the lead track from their long-anticipated joint EP, REAL (Vol. 1) . “Jogodo” marks a major moment in Afrobeats for 2026, bringing together two of Nigeria’s most influential artists at the top of their creative powers. Wizkid’s signature melodic cool blends seamlessly with Asake’s high-energy, street-fused style, creating a relaxed yet […]

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 Tems’ Born in the Wild Dominates Spotify Charts

Nigerian sensation Tems continues her meteoric rise as her debut studio album Born in the Wild becomes one of the most streamed projects on Spotify, cementing her status as a leading African artist with global reach. The milestone highlights her influence across R&B and Afrobeats and marks a major moment for African music on streaming platforms. Born in the Wild, released on 7 June 2024  has achieved massive success on Spotify, […]

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Ayra, Tyla, and Moliy Secure 2 Nominations each at 2026 MOBO Awards

The Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, has revealed its full list of nominees ahead of the ceremony scheduled for 26 March in Manchester, marking a historic first for the city to host the event. Each year, the MOBOs spotlight excellence in music of Black origin, across genres including hip hop, R&B, soul, grime, and African music, offering a significant platform for artists who redefine […]

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