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20 Jan
Harley Echene Mathieu Yoan Ilfix, popularly known as Harley, is an emerging Parisian musician who hailed from Villeneuve-Saint-Georges. He began his music career professionally as a future of Afro-French in 2019. With a deep love for African and French traditions, Harley successfully carved out a distinct musical style that combines playful elements that combine Afro…
23 Dec
Bullion Records CEO, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, commenced his highly-anticipated UK tour with a spectacular entrance on December 20, 2023. The influential figure, recently honored as “Man of the Year” by the Oodua Progressive Media, extends his impact beyond music to media and Nigerian politics, earning titles like the “Golden Son of Yoruba Land” and…
22 Dec
In a revolutionary move to support Afrobeats culture home and abroad, ConnectAfrobeats, an online networking platform for Afrobeats stakeholders globally has been launched. The cultural hub is created to connect artists with producers, songwriters, managers, indie promoters with distributors, publishers with creative journalists, among others for collaboration, networking, touring, and other creative deliberations. According to…
19 Dec
There are limits but it is never in the area of music. Contemporary music has cut curtains, overridden stereotypes defined in the past, and all is laid in the realm of imagination and creativity of singers. Outlandish but true that young Nigerian musician, Inegbenojie Onosetale, fondly referred to as Swaskid, composed lyrics compelling enough to…
18 Dec
Songs are usually captivating stories told in short form, and how the singer is able to walk listeners through depends on emotions, drama and interpretation of the lyrics. US-based Nigerian singer, Fenomevibez, strikes again with an enchanting track, "Healer", featuring King Marko, a Kenyan artiste. Fenomevibez is not willing to apply brakes on top bangers,…
13 Dec
In the dynamic world of music, genres constantly ebb and flow, giving rise to innovative sounds that captivate audiences worldwide. One such genre that has undergone a transformative journey is Afrobeat. The rich fusion of traditional African rhythms, jazz, highlife, and funk has, over the years, witnessed a metamorphosis catalyzed by pioneering instruments and groundbreaking…
12 Dec
Up and coming artiste, Precious Chukwujekwu Ajaebo, , born on August 26th, 2002, is quickly making a name for himself in the music industry. With his culturally-unique style of music, he has captured the hearts of the people of Anambra State and beyond. Having discovered his passion for music at a young age, Ajaebo has…
9 Dec
Nigeria may have its fair share existential challenges but what cannot be thrown aside about the country is the surplus young population of creative minds. Entertainment is a major contributor to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and despite what seems to be a saturated industry in terms of performing act, freshly and uniquely gifted…
4 Aug 2023
As the pulsating log drums of core South African Amapiano continues to find a warm embrace within Nigeria’s diverse music community, event brands like Amapiano District have continued to harness the potential of the music to foster a sense of community across Afrobeats party culture. With its monthly last Friday approach, the audacious party experience…
15 Jul 2023
Back In the summer of 2021, Wizkid tweeted, “One day I am going to sit you all down, and explain just how important Bella Shmurda’s voice is in African music.”
31 May 2023
Zedi Africa, has emphasised the role technology plays in driving independence in African music. This was at a recently held Twitter Space session titled “How Technology Drives Independence in African music.” The speakers discussed a variety of topics, including the ways in which technology has made it easier for African musicians to create, distribute, and…

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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on Thursday tendered, before the governorship election petition tribunal sitting in Abuja, certified true copies (CTCs) of the statement of result and certificate belonging to Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma. The council took action in response to a subpoena issued on it by the tribunal to produce and tender…
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Former President Muhammadu Buhari has extended birthday greetings and goodwill to President Bola Tinubu, wishing him good health and long life for the country to benefit from his “excellent leadership” on his 72nd birthday. Buhari commended the President for making “sustained efforts to overcome the many problems of the country” while wishing him many happy…
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Spotify, a global streaming platform, says Nigeria’s Podcast listenership and gospel music streams have increased from 2022 to 2024 by 482 per cent and 1228 per cent respectively. Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday, said this was in celebration of Easter. Okumu said “the growth…
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Traders in Ochange and landlords of the neighbourhood Fegge, the headquarters of Onitsha South Local Council Area of Anambra State have warned desperate politicians to stop discrediting the good work of the State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo. The protest is a follow-up to a viral video that claimed that a portion of a road constructed…
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President Bola Tinubu on Friday commended Nigerians for their sacrifices in the past few months for the nation to be steered to the path of recovery and sustainable growth. Tinubu said this in a statement by his Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, to celebrate Easter. He assured Nigerians that the seeds of patience that they have sown…
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President Bola Tinubu has joined the Christian faithful to commemorate Easter, a significant moment and glorious celebration of the triumph of life over death.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his condolences on Friday over a bus crash just before Easter that killed 45 of the 46 people on board.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appealed to religious leaders not to curse Nigeria in their sermons rather they should pray for the nation to witness growth and prosperity. Tinubu made this call during the Ramadan Iftar gathering with traditional rulers and religious leaders at the State House in Abuja on Thursday. The President also emphasized…
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