Gen Z, EDM reshaping Nigeria’s nightlife

In Nigeria’s vibrant music scene, a new movement — Electronic Dance Music (EDM) — is emerging alongside the dominant Afrobeats sound that echoes from car radios to club speakers. Driven by a fresh wave of Nigerian DJs, collectives, and ravers, this shift which is more than just a change in sound but also a cultural rewire is gaining traction among the country’s Gen Z.