Category: Entertainment

Ghanaian singer Shatta Wale whose real name is Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. has taken to his social media page to praise the Nigerian music industry while also describing the music scene in his country as “class 2 children”. According to the Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artist, Nigerians need to build universities in African countries so their music can be studied. Shatta… Read More

The leadership of the Labour Party has taken a swipe at the administration of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) for leaving the masses with nothing to celebrate on the country’s 62nd Independence Day anniversary. This was contained in a release issued by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Abayomi Arabambi, in Abuja. LP statement is coming hours… Read More

Fast forward to 1960 and the people sang a new song of liberation, led by Lawyer, Jaja A Wachukwu, activist, Fumi Ransom Kuti, Tafawa Balewa, and a host of other libertarians. Their songs of freedom echoed in Britain’s parliament and on the streets of Nigeria. By 1947, a delegate was sent to Britain to present the subject. A decade later,… Read More

In celebration of Nigeria’s independence, Spotify is unveiling three new playlists that highlight Nigeria’s musical diversity, ranging from Fuji to the golden eras of Afrobeats. These playlists provide a home for music that millions of Nigerians, of all ages and persuasions, have loved and listened to for decades. Sourced From Nigerian Music Read More

Saturday, October 1st, 2022 marks 62 years since Nigeria gained her independence from the British Empire. During the turbulent history of this country, there have been notable intersections between politics and Nigerian music. As Nigerian capital cities host colorful parades and government-owned architectures adorn national colors in celebration of the 62nd year of independence, it offers a moment for music… Read More

Aisha Buhari apologizes to Nigerians for the country’s economic difficulties Wike meets Peter Obi amid PDP crisis Let’s unite, rebuild our country – Tinubu Asake sells out O2 London show in minutes EFCC busts 95 suspected internet fraudsters in Warri Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn‘t miss: Aisha… Read More

Akon, a famous American singer, has hailed Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy for introducing Afrobeats to the world. The three giants are transforming Nigerian music, according to Akon in an interview with renowned American radio DJ Sway. Wizkid was referred to by the singer as a born Superstar, and for Akon, Wizkid is the poster child of Afrobeat and he is… Read More

The list features ten highest streaming Nigerian songs on Apple Music. As expected, CKay‘s global smash hit ‘Love Nwantiti’s’ tops the list. It’s followed by Wizkid’s ‘Essence‘ feat Tems, and Fireboy‘s ‘Peru’ rounds up the top 3. ‘Love Nwantiti (ah ah ah)’ – CKay ‘Essence’ – Wizkid feat. Tems ‘Peru’ – Fireboy DML ‘Ye’ – Burna Boy ‘Last Last’ –… Read More

The City of Washington DC, United States, has proclaimed October 1 as Nigerian American Day in celebration of Nigeria’s 62nd Independence Day anniversary. The proclamation was made in a statement by the Mayor of Washington DC, Muriel Bowser. Sourced From Nigerian Music Read More

Milar and Mbryo are bonafide songwriters with an already enviable catalogue. Penning songs like ‘Bloody Samaritan’, ‘Overdose’, ‘Ijo (Labalaba)’, and Feeling among them already, the duo represent an emergent class of genius lyricist and music talents whose place in the industry is just as important as anyone’s. 18 year old Milar’s big picture is touching lives with music and branching… Read More