Wizkid stole my name – Seun Kuti claims
Afrobeats star and activist Seun Kuti has claimed that popular singer Wizkid took inspiration from his own stage name. Seun made the statement during a recent interview where he spoke about the early days of Nigerian music and how artists influenced one another while building their careers. According to Seun, he had been using his […]
Davido, French Montana Set To Headline AFCON 2025 Opening Concert
Afrobeats superstar Davido and American rapper French Montana have been confirmed as headline performers for the official opening concert of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. The highly anticipated event is expected to draw massive attention from football fans and music lovers across Africa and beyond, setting an exciting tone for the tournament. The […]
‘I see myself as boring’ – Wizkid
Grammy-winning Nigerian music star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has surprised fans by describing himself as “boring.” The singer shared this honest view during a recent chat on Close Friends Only Speed Round with fellow artiste Asake. According to Wizkid, many people wrongly assume celebrities live exciting lives every day, when in reality, they […]
Burna Boy, Olamide, others make Obama’s favourite music of 2025
Former United States President Barack Obama has released his yearly list of favourite books, movies, and music for 2025, and Nigerian artistes have made a strong impression. As he does every year, Obama shared the list to celebrate songs that stood out to him over the past year. Among the songs selected were Tatata by […]
I’ll love to feature Rihanna – Davido
Nigerian music star Davido has revealed that he would love to feature global pop icon Rihanna on a song. The Afrobeats singer made this known during a recent interview where he spoke about his dream collaborations and future plans in music. According to him, working with Rihanna would be a major highlight in his career. […]
Wizkid made me understand confidence isn’t noise – Ayra Starr
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has revealed how her relationship with Wizkid helped shape her mindset about confidence and self-belief. According to the singer, working closely with the Grammy-winning artiste made her realise that true confidence is calm and natural, not loud or forced. Ayra Starr explained that Wizkid’s personality and approach to fame showed […]
Ayra Starr laments loneliness, cold, weeks after relocating to New York
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has shared her struggles with loneliness and cold weather since relocating to New York. The Afrobeats star revealed that adjusting to life in a new city has been more challenging than she expected. According to Ayra Starr, the initial excitement of moving abroad has been tempered by feelings of isolation. She […]
Afrobeats still baby genre – Don Jazzy
Veteran music producer Don Jazzy has described Afrobeats as still a “baby genre” in the global music scene. He noted that while the genre has grown rapidly in popularity, there is still room for it to mature and reach its full potential internationally. The music mogul emphasized that Afrobeats is evolving and gaining recognition worldwide, […]
I would have been a teacher if I wasn’t a musician – Tems
Nigerian singer Tems has shared that if she had not pursued a career in music, she would have become a teacher. In a recent interview, she explained that teaching has always been a passion, and she enjoys inspiring and educating others. However, music ultimately became her calling, allowing her to express herself creatively on a […]
Why I Relocated To New York – Ayra Starr
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has opened up about why she decided to relocate to New York, saying the move was necessary to help her grow personally and professionally. According to her, New York offers a level of freedom and creativity that allows her to express herself fully as an artist. She explained that the […]