As the year begins to unfold, the Nigerian music industry is already brimming hot with fiery singles and power-packed collaborations. Serial hitmakers Seyi Vibez and Omah Lay have released their highly anticipated single “MY HEALER,” as they begin the year on a high note. Following Seyi Vibez’s Fuji Moto album and Omah Lady’s brief […]
For many years, the Nigerian music industry has been predominantly ruled by the biggest names and hit records. But 2026 promises to be a year of takeovers by underground artists in the Nigerian music industry. This premise arises because more than ever before, Nigerian listeners are more invested in sonic explorations powered by music from […]
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After a noteworthy 2025 marked by his successful debut album I Dream in Color, and features, Mavin superstar Magixx returns with a reflective single, “Everyday.” The “Okay” crooner has always carved out his lane in the industry with introspective lyrics and emotionally driven melodies that hit home. Since his breakout moment in 2021 with his […]
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After a surprise announcement in December 2025, Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid and Asake have released the first single, “Jogodo,” off their forthcoming joint EP, Real. The duo first announced their sudden joint project, set for release last December, but delayed it until January 2026. Produced by Magic sticks, “Jogodo” was first teased on the Apple […]
It appears that 2026 will be the wave of viral hits from rising artists in the Nigerian music industry. And fresh music act Danpapa GTA has delivered the first hit with his viral single, “Ikeja (No Go Thief).” With the likes of Shoday, Mavo, FOLA, and Zayleventen, who held the music industry in 2025 […]
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When the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed, abruptly resigned on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, many observers assumed that the troubles surrounding the top petroleum regulator had departed with him. A few who did not initially share that view soon reconsidered on Wednesday, January 7, […]
On Sunday night, January 11, 2026, Nigerian artists made a powerful statement at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), held at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. The prestigious AFRIMA Awards 2026 began on Wednesday, January 7, and continued through to the grand roundup on January 11, where Rema, Shallipopi, […]
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It is clear that 2025 is officially over, but it surely will go down as an unforgettable year in Nigeria’s pop culture history. While Nigerians sought multiple coping mechanisms to combat foreseeable and unprecedented economic developments, the year rewarded us with a plethora of the biggest Nigerian pop culture moments that glued us to social […]
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Fresh Out: Bruno Mars Ten years after his last solo album, American pop star Bruno Mars returns with a new single, “I Just Might.” The latest release is a lead single from his forthcoming album, The Romantic, due on February 27, 2025. The catchy track highlights the singer’s remarkable vocals and flirtatious verses, set to […]
Following a successful 2025 marked by viral hit songs and features, fast-rising Nigerian artists Shoday and FOLA team up on viral hit, “Paparazzi.” Since their emergence in the Nigerian music industry, the duo have rapidly been on top of their game, leaving indelible marks in the industry. Shoday’s street-pop releases have consistently ruled social […]
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The general consensus from most music listeners regarding 2025’s soundscape has been lukewarm at best. Spotify Wrapped (and all its adjacent variants from other streaming services) were a tart mix of populist brainrot and emergent artists ‘pioneering’ new styles. R&D it would appear, took a backseat. The safety of Amapiano basslines and electronic backdrops offered […]
President Bola Tinubu has sparked controversy after posting on X a photo purportedly showing him in a meeting with Rwandan President Paul Kagame, amid signs that the image was generated using artificial intelligence (AI). The photo, shared on Sunday via the president’s verified X account and amplified by some of his aides, was said […]
