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Wizkid, Asake drop joint EP ‘Real (Vol. 1)’

Afrobeats stars Wizkid and Asake have released their highly anticipated joint EP titled Real (Vol. 1). The project contains four tracks: Turbulence, Jogodo, Iskolodo and Alaye.​ The EP follows the success of their lead single Jogodo, which dropped on January 16 and quickly racked up massive streaming numbers across platforms. The duo announced the full project on Instagram with a promo video captioned “Real EP Vol. 1 ti jade bayi”.​ Real (Vol. 1) marks a new milestone in Wizkid and Asake’s growing partnership, after previous collaborations on songs such as MMS and Bad Girl. Both artistes enjoyed strong solo runs in 2025, with Wizkid’s Morayo emerging as Apple Music Nigeria’s most streamed album and Asake’s Why Love topping the charts as the most streamed song.​

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Seun Kuti, Peter Okoye reconcile after 2023 election feud

Nigerian music stars Seun Kuti and Peter Okoye (Mr P) have finally reconciled, years after their heated social media clash over the 2023 presidential election. The pair, who fell out over opposing views on Labour Party candidate Peter Obi, were recently seen embracing at a nightclub in Lagos, signalling an end to the rift.​ Their feud began in early 2023 when Seun Kuti described Obi as an “opportunist”, a remark that prompted a sharp response from Peter Okoye, who questioned Kuti’s relevance and success as an artiste. Both men went on to trade personal jabs online, dragging family legacies and careers into the argument and splitting many fans along political and tribal lines.​​ Seun Kuti was quoted as saying, “We are artistes, we can’t be fighting over politicians,” while Okoye is also reported to have agreed that it was time […]

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Sampling Fela music doesn’t make you him – Seun Kuti

Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has cautioned Nigerian artists against calling themselves the “New Fela”, insisting that sampling or remixing his late father’s music does not make them equivalent to the Afrobeat legend. Speaking on the Hits Don’t Lie podcast, he said while some have done good samples of Fela’s songs, it is “crazy” for anyone to claim they are his dad simply because they use his sound.​ Seun pointed to big Nigerian stars like Wizkid and Burna Boy, who have sampled Fela, noting that this trend of declaring oneself a new version of a late icon seems peculiar to Nigeria. He questioned why nobody refers to themselves as “the new Bob Marley” elsewhere, arguing that such labels show how “wild” things can get in the Nigerian music scene.​ He stressed that Fela was not just about music but about activism, […]

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African music stars shine at 9th AFRIMA awards in Lagos

The 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) lit up Lagos as top stars from across the continent converged on the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, for a glamorous celebration of African music. Nigerian artistes dominated the night, earning major honours and underlining the country’s growing influence on the global Afrobeats scene.​ Afrobeats sensation Rema emerged as the biggest winner, clinching Artiste of the Year, Best Male Artiste in Western Africa and Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in RnB & Soul. Burna Boy also shone with Album of the Year for “No Sign of Weakness”, while other Nigerian stars like Yemi Alade, Shallipopi and Qing Madi picked up key category wins.​ The awards featured a week of side events, including a welcome soiree, the Africa Music Business Summit and a vibrant AFRIMA Music Village concert at Ikeja City […]

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AFRIMA in glitz, glamour

The 9th All Africa Music Awards lit up Lagos in grand style, with a star studded ceremony filled with music, fashion and colourful performances. The event took place at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, drawing top artistes, producers and industry executives from across the continent.​ Guests walked a vibrant red carpet showcasing high end African inspired fashion, from bold couture gowns to sleek traditional outfits. Inside the hall, elaborate stage lighting and video displays set the tone for a night of high energy performances and emotional award moments.​​ Nigerian artistes dominated the winners’ list, with Rema emerging as one of the biggest stars of the night alongside Burna Boy and other chart toppers. The show also featured electrifying sets from acts across Africa, underlining the global rise of Afrobeats and other home grown genres.​​ Beyond the awards, […]

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Qdot recalls traumatic robbery experience with new release ‘28 of Sept’

Nigerian singer Qdot has revisited the armed robbery at his Lagos home in a new single titled ‘28 of Sept’, describing how the attack left him traumatised months after it happened. He says the song is a reflection of his fear, sleepless nights and ongoing struggle for peace since the incident.​ Qdot, whose full name is Qudus Fakoya Oluwadamilare, was robbed at gunpoint around 2:00am on September 28, 2025, alongside his official DJ, DJ Faya. The robbers stole phones, laptops and cash, and also made withdrawals and transfers from his bank accounts while security guards reportedly slept and CCTV cameras stopped working.​ In emotional posts on social media, he revealed that he still wakes up in fear around 2:30am, the time of the attack, and often finds it difficult to go back to sleep. He said the date has passed […]

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Full list Burna Boy, Rema, others emerge winners at AFRIMA 2026

Nigerian stars Burna Boy and Rema were among the biggest winners at the 9th All Africa Music Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos. The 2026 edition drew leading artistes, Nollywood actors and industry executives from across Africa to celebrate the continent’s top music talents.​ Rema walked away as one of the most decorated acts of the night with three major awards. He won Artiste of the Year, Best Male Artiste in Western Africa, and Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African RnB and Soul for his global hit Calm Down.​ Burna Boy also enjoyed a strong outing, clinching Album of the Year for his project No Sign of Weakness. He further shared the Best African Collaboration award with Shallipopi for their hit single Laho, which also earned Shallipopi the Song of the Year trophy.​ Other Nigerian […]

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Wizkid becomes first African artist to hit 10 billion Spotify streams

Nigerian superstar Wizkid has made history as the first African artist to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. The milestone, reached in early January 2026, confirms his status as one of the continent’s most successful global music exports.​ Industry data shows that Wizkid’s catalogue, including solo tracks and collaborations, has steadily grown his audience worldwide over more than a decade. His music blends Afrobeats with RnB, pop and dancehall, helping to push African sounds into the global mainstream.​ The 10 billion mark also places Wizkid ahead of other African stars in total Spotify streams. Recent figures rank Burna Boy at over 9.5 billion streams, Rema at about 5.6 billion, Tems above 4.4 billion and South Africa’s Tyla around 3.7 billion.​ Wizkid’s streaming power is driven by hit songs such as One Dance with Drake, Essence featuring Tems […]

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Asake, Young Jonn and Focalistic shoot 2 Factor music video

Afrobeats stars Asake and Young Jonn have been spotted on set in high spirits with South African amapiano artiste Focalistic, filming the official music video for their joint hit 2 Factor. Viral behind the scenes clips shared on social media on January 5, 2026, show the trio dancing, vibing and performing choreography on colourful sets surrounded by a lively crew.​ 2 Factor, released in late November 2025 as part of Young Jonn’s Blue Disco album, has grown into a major street anthem, blending Nigerian afrobeats with Focalistic’s signature amapiano sound. The collaboration has enjoyed strong streaming numbers and club rotation, further cementing the growing musical bridge between Nigeria and South Africa.​​ Fans are eagerly awaiting the video, hoping for visuals that match the song’s infectious energy and party ready vibe. While no official release date has been announced, the volume […]

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Oxlade urges fans to seek help and not end their lives

Afrobeats singer Oxlade has urged fans struggling with emotional or mental health challenges not to take their own lives but to reach out for help. He said survival is only possible when people stay alive to tell their stories and heal.​ In a post on X, Oxlade acknowledged that many people feel overwhelmed and have been bottling up their struggles for a long time. He encouraged them to talk to someone they trust so they can reflect on whether their pain is worth dying for.​ The singer described suicide as a selfish act that hurts loved ones left behind. He pleaded with fans not to cause pain to their families and friends by depriving them of their presence.​ Oxlade assured his followers that tough times are temporary and will eventually pass. He revealed that he recently received news that shook […]

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