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Olamide Returns to London After Nearly 10 Years

Nigerian music sensation Olamide is set to light up the UK once again, this time with a solo headline concert at London’s prestigious OVO Arena. The event, boldly titled “OLAMIDE LIVE IN LONDON”, is scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025, and marks his first solo performance in the UK in nearly a decade. According to the promotional flyer, the event kicks off at 6:00 PM and wraps up at 11:00 PM, offering […]

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Jaywon Fires Back: ‘This Year’ Has More Cultural Impact Than Billboard’s Pick

Nigerian singer Jaywon has expressed his displeasure after Billboard released its Top 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time. Jaywon took to X (formerly Twitter) with a fiery response that his 2012 hit “This Year” didn’t make the cut, affirming that it deserved a spot. He passionately argued that “This Year” remains one of Nigerian music’s most enduring tracks, widely embraced at New Year celebrations, weddings, church vigils, and more. He […]

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Shatta Wale Held in Ghana Over Lamborghini Linked to U.S. $4M Fraud

Ghanaian reggae‑dancehall star Shatta Wale was detained this week by Ghana’s Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) amid mounting scrutiny over the origins of his luxury yellow 2019 Lamborghini Urus, which U.S. authorities tied to a sprawling $4 million fraud scheme. The car was seized earlier this month under request from U.S. law enforcement, and Shatta Wale's arrest marks a dramatic turn in what had been an intensified probe. Background: […]

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Lojay Pushes Back Debut Album XOXO, Citing Need for a Little More Time

Grammy‑nominated Afrobeats artist Lojay announced his very first full-length studio album, XOXO, slated for release on August 22, 2025. Described as “messy, emotional, sexy, and honest,” Lojay likened the album’s essence to a late-night text you probably shouldn’t send... but end up sending anyway. To promote the album, Lojay released several singles, including “Somebody Like You” (produced by Sarz), “MWAH!” featuring Odeal, and his latest single “Tenner” produced by Black […]

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Nigerian Rapper Lil Kesh Reportedly Stabbed In Lagos

Nigerian Rapper Lil Kesh was reportedly stabbed and robbed in Lagos on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. However, the rapper and his management are yet to issue a public update on the incident nor the artist's condition, prompting a wave of concern and prayers from fans and fellow artists. Nearly 24 hours after reports about the incident emerged, fans are beginning to read deeper into what was once just speculation. The […]

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Terry G Slams Billboard Over Omission From Top 50 Afrobeats Songs Of All Time

Renowned Nigerian singer and street-hop pioneer Terry G has publicly voiced his dismay after being left out of Billboard’s inaugural ranking of the Top 50 Greatest Afrobeats Songs of All Time. He described the omission bluntly on social media: “TERRY G robbed". Billboard ended the unveiling of the list on August 19, 2025, marking a milestone in acknowledging the genre’s evolution and global reach. The ranking was curated by staff […]

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They Had No Reason to Arrest Me” — Naira Marley Speaks Out in Explosive Interview About Mohbad’s Death

Nigerian artist Naira Marley has finally broken his silence on the controversy surrounding the death of singer Mohbad, who passed away in September 2023 under tragic and mysterious circumstances. The interview, released via Youtube on August 20, 2025, has reignited national conversation over what really happened, who was responsible, and why Marley was arrested despite claiming he wasn’t even in the country at the time. Marley, the head of Marlian […]

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Billboard’s Top 50 Afrobeats Songs of All Time:Top 10 Songs Unveiled

Billboard unveiled its “Top 50 Afrobeats Songs of All Time” starting July 22, 2025, in weekly batches of ten, culminating in the grand reveal on August 19, 2025. These selections were curated by editors and contributors across Nigeria, the U.K., and the U.S., evaluated on cultural influence, stylistic range, and commercial performance, and limited to a maximum of three tracks per artist to maintain diversity. Now, it has unveiled the […]

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Bella Shmurda Reveals Mohbad’s Death Gave Him A Life-Altering Wake-Up Call

Nigerian music sensation Bella Shmurda revealed in a heartfelt livestream that the untimely passing of his close friend, Mohbad transformed his outlook on life. He described it as a “brain reset,” triggering newfound clarity and a deeper appreciation for the wisdom his parents once imparted. On August 16, 2025, during a conversation with TikToker Joblaq, Bella Shmurda reflected on the seismic shift in his psyche following Mohbad’s death. He said: […]

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