Tag: Nigerian music
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Nigerian Female Afrobeat Stars Abroad: Rising Globally, Overlooked at Home
Introduction: A Global Spotlight on Nigerian Afrobeat Queens Nigerian female Afrobeat artists are increasingly capturing international attention while many still struggle for consistent recognition within their home country. A 2025 Turntable Charts analysis of airplay and streaming data, summarized by BusinessDay, reveals a striking trend: a wave of Nigerian female singers, producers, and performers are…
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Nigerian Female Afrobeat Stars Abroad: Why They Reign Overseas
Introduction: A Global Stage Beckons Nigerian Women in Afrobeat In recent years, Nigerian female Afrobeat artists have increasingly found a warmer reception beyond the country’s borders than at home. A 2025Turntable Charts review of airplay and streaming data suggests that international audiences are embracing these talented women more enthusiastically, while domestic metrics lag behind. This…
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Nigerian Female Afrobeat Stars: Global Love Outpaces Home Hype
Introduction: A Global Rise, Local Blind Spots Nigerian female Afrobeat artists are commanding stages and streaming playlists around the world, even as they grapple with comparatively cooler reception at home. A 2025 analysis of airplay and streaming data by Turntable Charts, cited by BusinessDay, suggests a striking disconnect: international audiences and radio/playlist curators are embracing…
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Portable Alleges Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Olamide Block Rising Nigerian Artists
Controversy Hits Nigerian Music Scene The Nigerian music landscape is again making headlines as controversial singer Portable takes aim at some of Afrobeats’ biggest names. In a series of outspoken comments, Portable accused Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, and Burna Boy of obstructing the rise of emerging artists. The claims, which have quickly sparked a nationwide conversation,…
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Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy Blocking Artists? Portable’s Latest Accusation Rocks Afrobeats
Portable’s Bold Claim Shakes Afrobeats Conversation Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has made a loud, headline-grabbing assertion about the Afrobeats scene. In a public remark that has since sparked debate across social media and music circles, Portable accused three of Africa’s biggest stars—Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy—alongside veteran rapper Olamide, of blocking the rise of newer…
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Portable Alleges Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy Block Rising Artists
Introduction: A controversial accusation rattles the Afrobeats scene In a shockwave moment for Nigerian music, controversial singer Portable has alleged that some of Afrobeats’ biggest names — Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, and Burna Boy — are effectively blocking the rise of newer artists. The claim, bubbling up from social media chatter into press coverage, underscores ongoing…
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Davido’s Alleged Daughter Demands DNA Test to Confirm Paternity
Growing public interest in an unresolved paternity claim In a development that has reignited a long-standing conversation about Davido’s paternity, a young woman who claims to be the singer’s first daughter has publicly called for a DNA test. The post, which circulated widely on social media, highlights an ongoing family mystery that has persisted for…
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Afrima Awards 2026: Burna Boy and Rema Dominate as Nigerian Stars Shine in Lagos
Afrima Awards 2026: Nigeria Leads a Night of Historic Wins The 9th All Africa Music Awards (Afrima) wrapped up in Lagos on Sunday night with Nigerian artists taking center stage as Africa’s music scene crowned a new wave of household names. The celebration, held in the city that hosts Africa’s thriving music economy, underscored Nigeria’s…
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Afrima Awards 2026: Burna Boy and Rema Dominate Lagos Night
Nigeria Shines at Afrima Awards 2026 in Lagos The 9th All Africa Music Awards, Afrima 2026, culminated in Lagos on a night that underscored Nigeria’s continuing dominance of the continental music scene. A gala filled with glitz, energy, and tallied trophies saw Nigerian artists clinch a string of top honors, signaling a strong wave of…
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Rema Visits Benin Childhood Neighborhood, Attends Local Church
Rema Returns to his Benin Roots Afrobeat heavyweight Divine Ikubor, known worldwide as Rema, surprised fans by revisiting his childhood neighborhood in Benin City, Edo State. The Sunday trip offered a rare glimpse into the early life that helped shape the younger singer who would go on to dominate stages around the world. In several…