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“Wizkid Opened The Door”: A Definitive History of How Afrobeats Took Over the World

Few musical phenomena in recent decades have shifted global rhythms as audibly as Afrobeats. Born from a West African pulse and diasporic determination, it’s not just a sound—it’s a movement. At the heart of this rise stands Wizkid: the chart-topper whose journey from Lagos streets to Drake’s global stage laid the blueprint for an international... Read More

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Wizkid's Impact: A Warm Presence on Ayra Starr and Olamide's Tracks

Wizkid’s Impact: A Warm Presence on Ayra Starr and Olamide’s Tracks

In just a few weeks, Wizkid has been featured on tracks by two of Nigeria’s biggest stars, Ayra Starr and Olamide. The songs, “Gimme Dat” and “Kai,” sheds light on the importance of features in the music industry. When A-list artists like Wizkid joins is featured on another’s song, it becomes more than just the... Read More

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Wizkid Announces “Morayo Live” Tour in Canada, Europe and US

Nigerian music star Wizkid has announced the world tour of his successful album, “Morayo,” performing in Canada, Europe, and the United States of America. Wizkid initially announced that his “Morayo Live” tour would only occur throughout Europe, but he added more dates, including Canada and the USA. From May 21 to June 22, the Nigerian... Read More

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December 21, 2024

10 LEADING NIGERIAN ARTISTS OF 2024

7. WIZKID Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, has cemented his place as one of Nigeria’s most influential artists. Since his breakthrough in 2011 with the hit single Holla at Your Boy, Wizkid has consistently proven himself as a global icon in the music industry. The year 2024 was no different, as the Starboy... Read More

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Wizkid Releases The Making of “Morayo” Album Cover Shoot

November 27, 2024

Wizkid Releases The Making of “Morayo” Album Cover Shoot

A week after releasing his sixth album, “Morayo”, Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid released an inside scoop on YouTube about making his album cover shoot. In the video, the singer was having a ‘father and son’ moment, displaying the bond between the family. The “Morayo” album, named after his late mother, has been praised, upon release,... Read More

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November 25, 2024

Weekend Recap| Nicki Minaj, Wizkid, Davido, Okey Bakassi, Polygamy

Nicki Minaj opens up about why she featured Davido in her track “If It’s Okay” This past weekend was enjoyable for Nigerian and Afrobeats music lovers as Nicki Minaj released a single titled “If It’s Okay” featuring Davido and David Guetta off her “The Pinkprint” special edition album. The Pinkprint album was initially released in... Read More

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Wizkid Wows with Stellar Performance of “Troubled Mind” at British Fashion Awards

November 19, 2024

Wizkid Unveils Tracklist of Upcoming Album “Morayo” Coming Out November 22

Grammy-winning artist Wizkid has unveiled the tracklist for his highly anticipated sixth album, “Morayo”, which is set for release on November 22. The artist started the rollout of his new album with a smashing hit titled “Piece of My Heart” featuring Brent Faiyaz. He also released a second single titled “Kese (Dance)” last week. Upon... Read More

5 Times Wizkid Made History in the Music Industry

5 Times Wizkid Made History in the Music Industry

Since his debut song with Banky W’s record label Empire Mates Entertainment, “Holla at Your Boy,” Wizkid has gone on to mark his name in the halls of history as one of the best Afrobeats singers to come out of Nigeria. Having started his musical career at 11 with a band called the “Glorious Five,”... Read More

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Weekend Recap | Burna Boy

Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Fave, Davido, Burna Boy, Banky W, Wizkid

Ghanaian chef arrested for forging Guinness World Record award confesses Ghanaian chef Ebenezer Smith, also known as ‘Millenium Chef Smith’, who was arrested for providing a doctored Guinness World Record award for the ‘longest cooking marathon’ by an individual, came out to confess his crimes and how he did it. The chef, who claimed to... Read More

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Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Davido x Chioma, Wizkid, Sophia Momodu, Funke Akindele

Davido shares pre-wedding photoshoot with Chioma Nigerian artist David Adeleke (Davido) announced his upcoming wedding (June 25) with his long-time fiancée, Chioma Rowland, by sharing their pre-wedding photoshoot on his social media platforms. The pictures, though elegant, have stirred conversations on the internet as Nigerians are divided over whether to congratulate the couple or fear... Read More

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Rema at the Louis Vuitton Fashion Show

Wizkid, Tems, Rema, and Burna Boy at the Louis Vuitton Fashion Show

Some Nigerian stars supported the Louis Vuitton Fashion Show as Pharrell Williams, the Creative Director of Louis Vuitton’s menswear, revealed his Spring/Summer 2025 Men’s Collection. The Paris Fashion Week, which began on June 18 and will extend till June 23, saw Louis Vuitton models walk the stage, as did Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold, who closed... Read More

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Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Whitemoney, Teni, Dammy Krane, Wofai Fada, Davido x Wizkid

Wofai Fada’s in-laws reject marriage to their son The internet was agog to discover Nigerian actress Wofai Fada was on bad terms with her newly wedded husband’s family. This last weekend, the husband’s family issued a press release, claiming that they rejected the matrimony of Wofai Fada and Taiwo Cole and would be cutting off... Read More

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Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Rema, Wizkid, Davido, Don Jazzy, D’Banj, Burna Boy, Bobrisky

Rema rants about the music industry Despite being known as one of the less controversial celebrities in the Nigerian music industry, Divine Ikubor, also known as “Rema”, was recently active on popular social media platform X (formerly known as ‘Twitter’), where he opened up on some issues concerning his observations in the entertainment industry. The... Read More

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October 16, 2023

Davido and Chioma Unveil Twins, Wizkid bids mother Adieu | Weekend Recap: In Case You Missed It

A lot has happened this past weekend since we last briefed you on the things that occurred recently in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Here is the weekend recap, in case you missed these things. Neo donates to Warri prisoners Big Brother Naija’s ex-housemate, Neo Akpofure, has shown the nation how benevolent he is by visiting... Read More

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Wizkid Wows with Stellar Performance of “Troubled Mind” at British Fashion Awards

Wizkid Reveals Surprising Reason Behind His Silence on Nigerian Politics

Renowned Afrobeats singer Wizkid has shed light on his decision to avoid political conversations during interviews in Nigeria, stating that he believes such discussions are of little significance to the average Nigerian. In a recent interview with Evening Standard UK, the music star candidly shared his perspective on the nation’s priorities and his personal focus.... Read More

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Don Jazzy Reveals Why Wizkid Wasn’t Signed to Mo’ Hits and Names Artists He Wishes He Could Have Signed

In a candid conversation with podcaster Fisayo Fosudo on the Leaderboard Show, Don Jazzy, the acclaimed head of Mavin Records, shed light on why he couldn’t sign Wizkid to Mo’ Hits, the record label he co-founded with D’banj in 2006, which unfortunately dissolved in 2012. Don Jazzy disclosed that Wizkid’s signing with Banky W’s Empire... Read More

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Wizkid Makes History as First African Artiste to Headline Glastonbury Festival

Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has reached yet another milestone in his illustrious career by becoming the first African artiste to headline the legendary Glastonbury Festival, the largest music festival in the United Kingdom. On Friday, the charismatic “Essence” crooner took the stage at the festival’s esteemed “Other Side Stage” in... Read More

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Wizkid Teases New Album, Set to Drop New Single Ahead of Tottenham Stadium Concert

Nigerian superstar Wizkid is ready to make a splash in 2023 as he follows up on the success of his 2022 album ‘More Love, Less Ego’ with a highly anticipated new single. The Grammy Award-winning artist recently revealed his plans during a visit to the iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where he is set to headline... Read More

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The Music Blog: Wizkid Features on Spider-Man Movie Soundtrack

The highly anticipated new Spider-Man movie, ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verses,’ has an impressive star-studded soundtrack that includes the iconic voice of Wizkid. Renowned record producer Metro Boomin dropped the soundtrack for the latest Marvel animated film on Friday, creating a buzz among music and movie enthusiasts alike. The Spider-Verse soundtrack boasts an array of global... Read More

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Rema, Wizkid, Tobi Amusan, Hilda Baci – Nigerians Who Have Set Guinness World Records

Nigeria, known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse talents, is home to several individuals who have made their mark in the Guinness World Records. From musicians to athletes, Nigerians have achieved remarkable feats and set new records on a global stage. Let’s take a closer look at some of these extraordinary achievements. Rema –... Read More

Our split made it possible for Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others to shine – P-Square

During a recent interview on ‘The 77’ Podcast, Nigerian music duo, Paul and Peter Okoye, better known as P-Square, made a bold claim that their split in 2016 paved the way for some of the most popular Nigerian singers like Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others to dominate the afrobeats music scene. The Okoye brothers... Read More

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‘Songs weren’t good enough’ – Don Jazzy opens up on collaborating with Wizkid

Don Jazzy, one of the most legendary producers in the music industry, recently held an interactive session on his Instagram account, answering various inquiries from his fans. One of the questions asked was whether he had any plans to collaborate with Wizkid, a highly respected artist in Nigeria. Don Jazzy revealed that they have actually... Read More

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Wizkid acquires new Rolls-Royce Cullinan worth over 600 million naira

Wizkid, the renowned Nigerian musician and Grammy Award winner, has recently treated himself to a new luxurious ride. The singer has reportedly spent millions of Naira to acquire a brand new Black Badge Rolls-Royce Cullinan, adding to his growing collection of luxury cars. The announcement of Wizkid’s latest acquisition was made by the car dealer,... Read More

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January 20, 2023

Burna Boy, Wizkid, Asake nominated for 2023 Soundcity MVP Awards – See Full List

Nominees for the Tingo Mobile-Soundcity MVP Awards 2023 have been announced by Soundcity radio and television. Several prominent figures from the Nigerian music industry are represented here, including Burna Boy, Asake, Rema, Ayra Starr, Ruger, and Wizkid. The organizers claimed in a statement that Burna Boy led this year’s edition with eight nominations across seven... Read More

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January 18, 2023

Wizkid announces tour with Davido

Wizkid and Davido are finally teaming up for a tour after years of fans feuding about who is the better artist. The ‘Ojuelegba’ singer made the announcement on his Instagram account, saying that the trip will follow the tour for his fifth studio album, titled “More Love, Less Ego” Wizkid urged his devotees to be excited... Read More

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December 17, 2022

BBNaija Titans won’t distract Nigerian youths from voting – Ebuka; FG declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

BBNaija Titans won’t distract Nigerian youths from voting – Ebuka Why I didn’t perform in Ghana, Abidjan — Wizkid If office attacks continue, INEC says it may not recover in time for elections FG declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations Simon Ekpa not our member, we’ll expose him – IPOB Across Nigeria’s 36... Read More

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December 15, 2022

Wizkid makes history as the first Nigerian musician to perform at a World Tennis League event

Wizkid has added another accomplishment to his long list of successes. Wizkid, also known as Ayo Balogun, will make history as the first Nigerian musician to play in a World Tennis League event. On the 19th of December 2022, the World Tennis League will begin, and he’ll perform with other industry heavyweights like NeYo, Armin van... Read More

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December 13, 2022

Wizkid spotted in Cotonou with son of Benin Republic’s president after skipping out on two concerts without notice

Some new footage of Wizkid and Lionel Talon, the son of the president of the Benin Republic, hanging out in Cotonou has surfaced. As fans may recall, the artist canceled a show in Accra on December 10th, 2022, and another in Abidjan. Also, word spread that his staff had been imprisoned after he didn’t show... Read More

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December 12, 2022

I met Wike five times without solution – Atiku; Wizkid ‘breaches’ contract, fails to show up for Ghana show | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

I met Wike five times without solution – Atiku Suspected assassins rape UNIJOS student to death Nigeria ranks sixth in Africa visa openness report UN Sec-Gen urges Nigeria to investigate mass abortion report Wizkid ‘breaches’ contract, fails to show up for Ghana show Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five... Read More

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December 8, 2022

Tems, Burna Boy, and Wizkid feature on Billboard’s Top 100 Songs of 2022

Three artists from Nigeria—Tems, Burna Boy, and Wizkid—made it onto Billboard’s list of the top 100 songs of 2022. Tems’s “Free Mind,” from her 2020 EP “If Orange Was A Place,” has been named the ninth best song of 2022 by Billboard. The song spent a whopping 20 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching... Read More

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