Category: Spotlight

It was nothing short of a cinematic explosion across Nigeria as Femi Adebayo’s latest directorial effort, Family Brouhaha, finally hit the big screen yesterday—unleashing a storm of emotions, laughter, and suspense for eager moviegoers nationwide. Touted as Nollywood’s most star-studded film of 2025, the drama-comedy, penned and produced by Oyinlola Lasisi, dives deep into the […]

The 2025 African All Entertainment Awards (AAEA) in Nairobi was a night to remember as Nigerian artists stole the show, taking home the lion’s share of awards and solidifying their spot at the forefront of global music. From Wizkid’s Afro-R&B domination to Burna Boy’s crowning as Best Overall Male Artist, the night was filled with […]

I’m Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck continues to shine as he bags the prestigious 2024 Leadership ‘Artiste of the Year’ award — a well-deserved recognition of his phenomenal run over the past year. The rapper accepted the honor in style, showing up with his mother by his side, a powerful nod to the role family has played in his rise to […]

The Nigerian music industry continues its meteoric rise on the global stage, and the numbers are now backing it up in a big way. In 2024 alone, Nigerian musicians collectively earned a staggering ₦58 billion in royalties from Spotify, marking a new milestone in Africa’s musical dominance. Massive Growth in Earnings According to Spotify’s latest insights, […]

Forbes has just dropped its 2025 World’s Billionaires List, and it’s not just tech moguls and oil tycoons making headlines — some of the biggest names in entertainment have officially joined the billionaires club. But there’s a twist: Forbes only counted stars who earned their riches after becoming famous, not those born into wealth or known primarily for it. […]

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has achieved a major career milestone, becoming the first Nigerian rapper to reach #1 on Apple Music Nigeria with his latest project, The Machine Is Coming. The achievement was officially announced on April 1, 2025, and the rapper wasted no time celebrating, proudly sharing the news with fans online. A Groundbreaking Moment for Nigerian Hip-Hop Odumodublvck’s rise […]

More than a decade after his passing, Michael Jackson remains an unstoppable force on the Billboard charts. From surging streams to enduring physical sales, the King of Pop continues to captivate fans worldwide. This week, two of his iconic albums are making significant moves, proving that his legacy is as powerful as ever. ‘The Essential Michael Jackson’ Reclaims Top 10 […]

The 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) nominations are out, with Lisabi: The Uprising and Seven Doors leading the race. Directed by Adedimeji Lateef, Lisabi: The Uprisingreceived a remarkable 10 nominations, including Best Movie, Best Actor, Best Art Direction, and Best Cinematography. Close behind, Femi Adebayo’s Seven Doors earned eight nominations, including the newly introduced Best Score/Music category. Other notable nominees include Skeleton Coast, Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre, and Inside Life. The awards will […]

South African sensation Tyla has officially cemented her place on the global stage after winning World Artist of the Year at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The event, held on March 17 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, celebrated the most-played artists and songs across iHeartRadio platforms, making Tyla’s victory a significant milestone in her career. Tyla’s Global Impact Before […]

Grammy-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar has once again proven his dominance in the music industry as his latest album, GNX, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. This marks yet another major achievement for the rap icon, solidifying his status as one of the most influential artists in hip-hop. Billboard 200: This Week’s Top 10 Trailing behind Kendrick […]

Kendrick Lamar has made history by breaking the record for the most simultaneous #1s across Billboard charts in a single week, achieving an incredible 24 chart-topping positions. The record was previously held by Beyoncé, who secured 23 #1s in 2023 following the release of her critically acclaimed album Renaissance. Kendrick Lamar’s Unstoppable Run Since mid-2024, Lamar has reached a new peak in […]

Brace yourselves, India! The Rap God himself, Eminem, is finally making his way to the country for his highly anticipated Eminem India Tour 2025—a historic moment that hip-hop lovers have been waiting for. This electrifying tour, organized by Live Nation India in collaboration with the Cara Lewis Group, will take the legendary rapper across multiple cities, delivering a once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans. […]

The Afrobeats Power Ranking for February 2025 is here, and it’s got some major shakeups! With streaming dominance, social media hype, and chart-topping wins all in play, this list highlights who’s ruling the genre and which rising stars are making waves. Tyla Dominates, Wizkid Falls & Seyi Vibez Surges South African star Tyla made a […]

Grammy-winning rapper Doechii has been named Billboard’s 2025 Woman of the Year, marking a major milestone in her skyrocketing career. The announcement was made on Monday, March 10, and she will be officially honored at Billboard’s Women in Music event later this month. Doechii’s Rapid Rise Doechii, a fresh force in rap, has taken the industry by storm with viral […]

Nigerian talent is shining on the global stage as 13-year-old Simisola Gbadamosi becomes the youngest Nigerian to earn an Emmy nomination! Her stellar performance as Tola Martins in Disney+’s animated series Iwájú has landed her a nomination for Outstanding Younger Voice Performer at the 3rd Annual Children’s and Family Emmy Awards, set for March 15, 2025, in Los Angeles. #ChildrensEmmys Younger Voice Performer Noms:– Lucia Cunningham […]

Burna Boy continues to dominate the global music scene as his hit track ‘City Boys’ has officially been certified Gold in the United Kingdom by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). The certification comes after the song surpassed 400,000 units in sales, marking yet another major achievement in the Nigerian superstar’s career. A Global Anthem ‘City Boys’ was released as part of Burna Boy’s seventh studio album, ‘I […]

Nigerian stars Tiwa Savage, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Nissi Ogulu, and Eniola Shokunbi have been recognised at the 2025 Forbes Women Africa Awards held during the Forbes Women Africa Leading Women Summit in South Africa. The 10th edition of the prestigious summit was themed “To The Power of 10: The Rule-Breakers In Africa’s Next Chapter”, celebrating African women making significant impacts in their respective industries. The Nigerian […]

Nigerian singer Fave has hit a major career milestone as her ‘Riddim 5’ EP officially surpasses 100 million streams on Spotify. With this achievement, Fave becomes the third Nigerian female artist to reach this impressive benchmark, joining Afrobeats queens Ayra Starr and Tems in the elite club. The success of the Riddim 5 EP highlights Fave’s rising influence in the music scene, with her unique sound capturing hearts both […]

Fast-rising Nigerian music star Kummie is making waves as his breakout single ‘Arike’ debuts at No. 2 on the Spotify Global Viral Chart, making him the first emerging Nigerian artist to achieve such a feat. The love anthem, released on February 15, 2025, has taken social media by storm, thanks to its massive popularity on […]

Seyi Vibez is proving once again why he’s one of Nigeria’s hottest Afrobeats stars as his latest EP, Children of Africa, takes over the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart. The surprise EP, which dropped just two weeks ago, has been making waves globally — and now every single track from the project has officially debuted on the prestigious […]