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Lojay Gears Up to Drop “XOXO” on August 22

Nigerian singer-songwriter Lojay has officially announced his upcoming project titled XOXO, set to release on August 22, 2025. The multi-talented artist teased the launch across his social media, dropping a pre-save link and sparking fan speculation over possible tour dates. Since his emergence in 2016, he has rapidly ascended the Afrobeats ladder. In 2017, he debuted his EP, Midnight Vibes, showcasing his early sound and by 2021 he gained recognition through […]

todayJuly 17, 2025 8

Afrobeats

Davido’s ‘Timeless’ Earns Silver Certification in the UK

Davido's fourth studio album, Timeless, has officially been awarded a Silver certification in the United Kingdom, after surpassing 100,000 units sold. The certification recognizes the album’s commercial success in the UK market. Released on March 31, 2023, Timeless made a thunderous debut across the globe. In Nigeria alone, it shattered multiple records, including most first-day streams for an African album on Spotify Nigeria and Record-breaking week one streams on Boomplay, […]

todayJuly 16, 2025 12

Afrobeats

Burna Boy Issues Heartfelt Apology, Reclaims ‘Afrobeats’ as the Unifying Force Behind African Music

Nigerian superstar Burna Boy recently made headlines as he publicly apologized for distancing himself and criticizing the Afrobeats genre, a movement that helped shape his rise to stardom. Speaking on The Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show with Eddie Kadi, he candidly revealed that his past remarks were born from a place of confusion and a desire to challenge box-like categorization, not disdain for the genre itself. Back in 2022–2023, Burna Boy […]

todayJuly 16, 2025 11

Afrobeats

Wizkid at 35: Ranking the Iconic Tracks That Made the Starboy a Global Legend

As Wizkid turns 35 today, the world celebrates not just a birthday, but a legacy. With a career spanning over 15 years, the Nigerian superstar has become one of the most influential figures in global music, pioneering the international rise of Afrobeats. From street anthems in Ojuelegba to Grammy-winning global collaborations, Wizkid’s discography is a timeline of how African music conquered the world. To honor this milestone, we’ve ranked the […]

todayJuly 16, 2025 11

Afrobeats

Iyanya Distances Himself From Viral Tweet Taking Swipe At Fellow Artistes

Popular Nigerian singer Iyanya has found himself at the center of social media attention after a provocative tweet from his official account ignited controversy across the music scene. The tweet, which read: "At the end of the day, we will separate the wack artists from the real ones,” was widely interpreted as a jab at fellow artists, fueling heated debate among fans and critics alike. In a swift and transparent […]

todayJuly 14, 2025 12

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Ruger Recounts Backlash After Exiting Jonzing World Label

Nigerian sensation Ruger has opened up about the turbulent aftermath of his decision to leave Jonzing World and launch his own imprint, Blown Boy Entertainment. In a revealing interview on Afrobeats Intelligence, he shed light on the backlash, “cancel culture,” and the uphill fight to re-establish his name in the industry. Ruger recounted the wave of criticism that greeted his departure in 2024. He was widely “blacklisted” by fans and […]

todayJuly 14, 2025 10

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Ice Prince Laments Lack of Respect in Music Industry Despite Groundbreaking Achievements

Nigerian hip-hop veteran Ice Prince Zamani has expressed his deep frustration over what he perceives as a lack of respect from both fans and industry peers, despite being one of the early trailblazers of African rap on the global stage. In a heartfelt appearance on the Tea With Tay podcast, the rapper opened up about his long-standing feeling of being underappreciated, even after achieving historic milestones in African music. Ice […]

todayJuly 14, 2025 10

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Tems Makes History in Halftime Spectacle at FIFA Club World Cup Final

Grammy-winning Nigerian powerhouse Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, made history by becoming the first African artist to headline a halftime show at a FIFA Club World Cup Final—held at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey . Curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay and produced in partnership with Global Citizen, the show featured an electrifying across-genres lineup, with J Balvin opening with Latin reggaeton anthems, Tems mesmerized fans with her […]

todayJuly 14, 2025 6

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Oshamo Is Repping Fuji for a New Generation with “Superfuji”

Rising artist Oshamo is not your typical Afrobeats act. With an unforgettable stage name, a unique sound rooted in his Yoruba identity, and an infectious passion for music that bridges street culture and diaspora innovation, Oshamo is redefining what it means to be a global Nigerian artist. In an interview on Cosoro Radio, he revealed that the stage name "Oshamo" wasn’t a calculated branding decision, but was born out of […]

todayJuly 11, 2025 21

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