Ayra Starr picks Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Rema as Goats of Afrobeats
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has named her top three Afrobeats artists, choosing Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, and Rema as the “Afrobeats Big 3.” She shared this during an interview with Hot 97 FM, highlighting her personal picks over the usual names like Davido and Burna Boy. Ayra Starr explained her selections reflect artists she believes have […]
Sanwo-Olu lauds Flutterwave for processing over $50b transactions across 36 nations
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended fintech giant Flutterwave for processing more than $50 billion in transactions across 36 countries in just ten years. Speaking at Flutterwave’s 10th-anniversary gala at The Delborough Lagos, Sanwo-Olu emphasised the importance of opportunity and resilience in driving Nigeria’s economic and technological growth. He highlighted the need to empower […]
I have had only one good relationship’ – Tiwa Savage
Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage has shared intimate details about her love life, revealing that she has only experienced one good relationship. In a heartfelt interview with Korty EO, she explained that her partner, who she considers the one meaningful relationship, has passed away. The 45-year-old singer expressed that aside from her late lover, her other […]
‘I felt giving birth destroyed my career’ – Tiwa Savage
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has opened up about one of the most difficult moments of her career, revealing that she once felt giving birth had ruined her progress in the music industry. The singer shared her thoughts during a recent interview, where she spoke honestly about the pressure female artistes face after becoming mothers. […]
I wasn’t happy being African – Tiwa Savage
Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage has rejected claims that Afrobeats is declining, insisting the genre is still rising and dominating globally. Some industry figures, including Paul Okoye (Paulo) and DJ Big N, recently suggested that Afrobeats is experiencing its worst performance in 20 years. But Savage strongly disagrees. Speaking at the Unstoppable Africans event, the award-winning […]
‘I didn’t leak my sex tape to get sympathy’ – Tiwa Savage speaks on trauma
Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has shut down rumors that she deliberately leaked her sex tape just to gain attention. Her private video surfaced online in 2021 after she refused to give in to a blackmailer who threatened her. The incident drew massive reactions across social media, with many blaming her for not paying the extortion […]
It’s unfair to exclude Tems from Afrobeats Big 3 – Tiwa Savage
Tiwa Savage has spoken up for fellow Nigerian singer Tems after her name was not included in the list of Afrobeats’ “Big 3.” The term “Big 3” is usually used to describe Davido, Burna Boy, and Wizkid, who are celebrated as Nigeria’s biggest global music stars. Tiwa, however, questioned why only male artistes are mentioned. […]
Pain of heartbreak inspired my tattoo – Tiwa Savage
Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has shared that the inspiration behind her tattoo came from the pain of heartbreak. She explained that instead of going to a tattoo parlour, she flew in a tattoo artist from Los Angeles to her home in Lagos. According to her, she wanted to be in a private and comfortable space, […]
Tiwa Savage Thrills London Crowd With Surprise Cameo By Her Son Jamil
Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage made her London concert extra special on Friday when her 10-year-old son, Jamil, appeared unexpectedly on stage. The performance took place at the famous KOKO venue, where Tiwa gave fans a sneak peek of her upcoming project, This One Is Personal. She described the free concert as a personal gift to […]
Tiwa Savage denies trolling Wizkid
Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has come forward to dismiss claims that she once mocked her Grammy-winning colleague, Wizkid. Rumors had been circulating for years that Savage took shots at Wizkid after their supposed fallout. The matter resurfaced when a Wizkid fan pledged support for Savage. However, another fan quickly shut it down, accusing her of […]