Released on September 29, 2025, ahead of Nigeria's October 1 Independence Day celebrations, the list comes with few surprises as it features the familiar names leading to the global exportation of ...

One of the most acclaimed musical genres in the world, Afrobeats has made a strong impression on the world scene thanks to its catchy rhythms and lively tunes. Nigerian musicians have led this ...

In 2015, the Nigerian music industry saw the release of several hit songs that enjoyed both national and cross-continental success. These songs offer an insight into the sound that dominated that era ...

IN 2023 ODUMODUBLVCK, a Nigerian rapper and singer, put out his first single. Called “Declan Rice” after an English footballer, the track saw a fresh surge in streams in April when Mr Rice scored two ...

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South African singer Tyla has won the ‘Favourite Afrobeats Artist’ award at the 2025 American Music Awards, beating out notable Nigerian artists Wizkid, Rema, Tems, and Asake. Billie Eilish dominated ...

The week’s most popular Afrobeats songs, ranked by a weighted formula incorporating official streams on both subscription and ...