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Bella Shmurda Drops ‘Sanity’, A 16-Track Street-Pop Diary of Hustle, Heritage & Heart

Bella Shmurda has officially released hissophomore album, Sanity, a bold and genre-blending statement of identity, survival, and musical evolution. Out today under Dangbana Republik, the 16-track album arrives as a defining moment for the Nigerian street-pop star, capturing both the grit of Lagos and the spirit of global Afrobeats. From the very first track, Sanity pulls no punches. Opening with “Appraisal”, Bella sets a reflective tone, laying bare the emotions, […]

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Lojay Locks In New Release Date for Debut Album ‘XOXO’

Nigerian alté-R&B sensation Lojay has officially set October 10, 2025 as the new release date for his long-awaited debut album, XOXO. After weeks of speculation following a postponement in August, the singer has now confirmed that the project, described as a blend of vulnerability, groove, and star-powered collaborations will finally reach fans worldwide. Back in July 2025, Lojay announced that XOXO would drop on August 22, 2025, unveiling a sleek […]

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2Baba Shuts Down Arrest Rumour

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has shut down swirling online rumours suggesting he was arrested in London following a supposed altercation with his wife, Natasha Osawaru. The speculation, which gained traction after his absence from a scheduled UK tour performance on Thursday, October 2, 2025, was initially sparked by Tosin Silverdam, a controversial social media personality known for stoking celebrity gossip. The claim? That 2Baba had […]

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Wizkid Is Back! Afronation Portugal 2026 Locks In Global Names for Epic Return

The world’s biggest Afrobeats festival has just got even bigger with Wizkid, Asake, and Tyla set to headline Afronation Portugal 2026 in an epic celebration of African music and culture. Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of Portugal’s Algarve coast, Afronation continues to cement its status as the ultimate global celebration of Afrobeats, Amapiano, dancehall, hip-hop, and more. The 2026 edition promises to elevate the festival’s legacy with a carefully curated […]

2 October 2025 25

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Rema named among TIME’s 100 most influential emerging leaders

Nigerian music star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has been named to the TIME100 Next 2025 list, a prestigious recognition celebrating emerging leaders who are shaping the future of global culture. Published by TIME magazine, the annual list highlights 100 rising stars across various industries, from music and politics to science and technology. Rema's inclusion places him alongside influential figures like Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Tate McRae, Jonathan Bailey, […]

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Mr Real Blasts D’banj Over Broken Promises

Singer Mr Real has publicly accused Afrobeats heavyweight D’banj of exploiting him during their years of collaboration, claiming that after two years under the veteran’s wing, he walked away with a mere $500 and several unfulfilled promises. Mr Real once served as an ambassador under D’banj’s CREAM label, aligning himself with one of Nigeria’s most influential music figures. Throughout their partnership, Mr Real says he was promised support, financial backing, […]

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From Benin City to Global Beats: Sarz’s Untold Story Comes Alive in ‘Protect Sarz at All Costs’ Docu‑Series

Ace Nigerian producer Sarz (Osabuohien Osaretin) is stepping out from behind the mixing board and into the spotlight in an upcoming docu‑series titled Protect Sarz at All Costs: Lay of The Land, which aims to chronicle the life, creative process, and personal journey of one of Afrobeats’ most influential architects. Sarz hails from Benin City, Nigeria, a city known for its vibrant culture and musical heritage. Over the years, he […]

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Fireboy DML Unleashes Daring Red‑Haired Makeover

Afrobeats sensation Fireboy DML has ignited a storm of reactions online after unveiling a radical new style that’s equal parts fearless and fashion-forward. On Monday, September 29, 2025, the Peru hitmaker dropped a series of photos that revealed his most daring transformation to date, a fiery red low-cut hairstyle, bold eyebrow piercings accented with red studs. In true superstar fashion, he also refreshed his social media profile pictures to align […]

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Davido Admits He Nearly Left Out ‘With You’ From His Album

Nigerian superstar Davido has revealed that his chart-topping collaboration with Omah Lay, titled "With You", almost didn’t make it onto his fifth studio album, 5ive. Speaking in a recent interview with ABC News, Davido admitted that he strongly considered removing the song during the final stages of curating the album’s tracklist. Released as the closing track on 5ive, "With You" has become one of the album’s standout records. The emotional, […]

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Bella Shmurda Drops ‘Sanity’, A 16-Track Street-Pop Diary of Hustle, Heritage & Heart

Lojay Locks In New Release Date for Debut Album ‘XOXO’

2Baba Shuts Down Arrest Rumour

Wizkid Is Back! Afronation Portugal 2026 Locks In Global Names for Epic Return

Rema named among TIME’s 100 most influential emerging leaders

Mr Real Blasts D’banj Over Broken Promises

From Benin City to Global Beats: Sarz’s Untold Story Comes Alive in ‘Protect Sarz at All Costs’ Docu‑Series

Fireboy DML Unleashes Daring Red‑Haired Makeover

Davido Admits He Nearly Left Out ‘With You’ From His Album

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