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Davido & Omah Lay’s With You Scores 2026 NAACP Image Awards Nod

Nigerian superstars Davido and Omah Lay are making waves again on the global music scene as their hit collaboration “With You” has earned a nomination at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards, one of the most prestigious platforms recognizing outstanding achievements by people of color across entertainment sectors. The nomination places With You, a standout track from Davido’s 2025 album 5ive, firmly in the international spotlight as Afrobeats continues its global […]

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‘It’s an Insult’: Seun Kuti Explodes Over Claims That Wizkid Is the ‘New Fela’

Nigerian artist Seun Kuti has sparked intense debate across social media after strongly rejecting comparisons between Afrobeats superstar Wizkid and his late father, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. The outspoken musician described the comparison as deeply disrespectful, insisting that Fela’s legacy cannot be reduced to modern stardom or fan-driven hype. The controversy erupted after members of Wizkid’s fanbase, popularly known as Wizkid FC, referred to the Grammy-winning singer as the “new […]

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Rema & Burna Boy Lead Star-Studded Wins at AFRIMA 2025 in Lagos

The 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) was a spectacular celebration of African music talent, held on January 11, 2026, at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. The ceremony brought together the continent’s biggest stars, applauding the creativity, diversity, and cultural influence of African artists on a global stage. This year’s event was dominated by Nigerian acts, with remarkable performances and multiple wins that highlighted Africa’s continued rise in […]

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A Decade On: 10 Nigerian Albums Turning 10 in 2026

The year 2016 was a high point in Nigerian music — a time when many artists moved beyond singles to release full-length albums that defined careers and influenced the industry. From debut albums that introduced new stars to deeply personal projects from rising voices, this list reflects ten works that continue to resonate with fans and shape Nigerian pop culture. 1. Y.A.G.I (Young and Getting It) — Lil Kesh Released: […]

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Wizkid Becomes First African Artist to Surpass 10 Billion Spotify Streams

Nigerian music icon Wizkid has once again made global history, becoming the first African artist to surpass 10 billion total streams on Spotify across all credits. Wizkid’s rise has been shaped by more than a decade of consistency, evolution, and global relevance. From his early days as a teenage star in Lagos to becoming an international hitmaker, his career reflects the steady expansion of Afrobeats into mainstream global culture. Spotify’s […]

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Jeriq Fires Back at Rumours That Eastern Artists Don’t Support Each Other

Nigerian rapper Jeriq has pushed back strongly against the long-standing narrative that Igbo artists fail to support one another in the music industry, describing the claim as misleading and disconnected from reality. Speaking on the issue, the Enugu-born rapper argued that collaboration, mentorship and encouragement among Igbo musicians are more common than critics admit, even if they are not always visible to the public. The debate around Igbo artists and […]

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Rexxie Sparks Industry Buzz as He Claims Seyi Vibes Tried and Failed to Stir a Feud with Asake

Nigerian music producer Rexxie has alleged that singer Seyi Vibes attempted to manufacture a public feud with Afrobeats star Asake as a strategy to gain attention, only to be completely ignored. According to Rexxie, Seyi Vibes’ rapid rise to prominence was not entirely organic. He suggested that there was a deliberate effort by the singer’s camp to position him as a rival to Asake, one of the most commercially successful […]

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Wizkid & Davido Beef? DJ Tunez Says It’s More Hype Than Reality

Contrary to the persistent narrative of tension between Nigerian superstars Wizkid and Davido, DJ Tunez — Wizkid’s personal disc jockey has stepped forward to insist that the purported feud isn’t nearly as serious as fans make it out to be. Speaking on the Moni Talks podcast, DJ Tunez described the so-called feud as “overblown” and largely a product of social media speculation rather than genuine animosity between the two music […]

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Adekunle Gold Makes History: First Artist to Sell Out Wole Soyinka Centre and Scores Prestigious Plaque!

Nigerian music star Adekunle Gold has etched his name deeper into the annals of Nigerian entertainment history after becoming the first artiste to sell out the newly renovated Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts, the iconic venue formerly known as the National Theatre in Lagos. The milestone was achieved on December 26, 2025, when the Lagos-born Afrobeats singer performed to a full house of 3,560 enthusiastic fans during […]

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