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Qing Madi Released “Barely Legal” While Fighting A $2 Million Lawsuit, and The Title Was Not an Accident
June 5, 2026

Qing Madi Released “Barely Legal” While Fighting A $2 Million Lawsuit, and The Title Was Not an Accident 

Teenage singer Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma, professionally known as Qing Madi, has been in a legal battle with her former management label, JTON, which she claims has hindered her growth and caused her to lose her hard work with the label taking down her songs from streaming platforms. In a recent callout, the singer asked the... Read More
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2026 American Music Awards: How Did Tyla Win Over Nigerian Artists Again? 
May 27, 2026

2026 American Music Awards: How Did Tyla Win Over Nigerian Artists Again? 

The 2026 AMAs took place just two days ago and ended with Tyla taking home wins for Best Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year. Tyla’s win sparked conversations on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), with Nigerians wondering why the South African artist has consistently won the award despite stating that her... Read More
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Afrobeats Meets the World in the 2026 World Cup as ‘Dai Dai’ May Be This Decade’s ‘Waka Waka’ 
May 14, 2026

Afrobeats Meets the World in the 2026 World Cup as ‘Dai Dai’ May Be This Decade’s ‘Waka Waka’ 

What began as a genre with a niche international audience has grown into one of the world’s most influential sounds. And now, with Burna Boy joining Shakira on the 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem “Dai Dai,” Afrobeats may be stepping into one of its biggest moments yet. The comparisons have already started. Can “Dai Dai”... Read More
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5 Underground Rappers We Should All Have On Our Playlist
May 14, 2026

5 Underground Rappers We Should All Have On Our Playlist

The Nigerian rap industry is exciting, and even more so, the underground scene. While rap is a notable genre in Nigeria, it does not receive as much recognition as other genres. The country’s underground rap scene has talented artists with the potential to break into mainstream music. Some of these artists have collaborated with your... Read More
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Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board
May 11, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

JAMB Exempts Education, Agriculture Candidates From UTME The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates seeking admission into Education programmes and agriculture-related non-engineering courses in Colleges of Education and Polytechnics will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The policy, unveiled during the 2026 admissions policy... Read More
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Get To Know Qing Madi: A Gen Z Artist Making Waves in the Music Industry
May 1, 2026

Qing Madi is 19 and Fighting a $1 Million Lawsuit From Her Own Label. This Industry Has Seen This Before

Nineteen-year-old Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma went on Instagram on April 21 to ask her former record label to leave her alone. The singer, known as Qing Madi, watched her collaboration with Zinoleesky disappear from Spotify. JTon Music pulled “Pepper Me” off the platform just as the track started gaining traction. The takedown was not a routine... Read More
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We Ranked Wizkid’s Greatest Songs Ever — From ‘Holla at Your Boy’ to Now — Agree or Not?
April 29, 2026

We Ranked Wizkid’s Greatest Songs Ever — From ‘Holla at Your Boy’ to Now — Agree or Not?

Wizkid is one of the greatest artists to come out of Nigeria with an incredible discography. With over 25 years as an artist, whose artistry began in the church, he has made his music an important element in Nigerian mainstream media for years. In this article, we rank our favorite Wizkid songs. Don’t like our... Read More
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The Artists Who Should Have Been Bigger: Nigeria’s Most Underrated Acts
April 28, 2026

The Artists Who Should Have Been Bigger: Nigeria’s Most Underrated Acts

Nigeria consistently produces talented artists, and while there is no shortage of talent, there is also no shortage of artists who remain underrated in the music industry. These artists have what can be seen as good-enough Spotify numbers and visibility, but, in our opinion, it is not the visibility and fame their discography deserves.  They... Read More
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Ranking Our 10 Best Nigerian Albums Of The Last Five Years
April 24, 2026

Ranking Our 10 Best Nigerian Albums Of The Last Five Years

Nigeria has produced hundreds of talented artists who have also put out amazing tracks and albums. In this article, we rank our 10 best Nigerian albums of the last five years, albums that have touched our hearts and also left us wanting more.  Not agreeing with our ranking? Let us know how you would rank... Read More
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The Death of Storytelling in Nigerian Music Videos: Are We Losing the Recipes?
April 23, 2026

The Death of Storytelling in Nigerian Music Videos: Are We Losing the Recipes?

In recent years, Nigerian music videos have faced some criticism from fans who find them either ‘unimaginative’ or ‘repetitive.’ Many have pointed out that, compared to older music videos, newer releases often lack a strong storyline or follow a script that has been used over and over again by different artists in the industry.  What... Read More
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Omah Lay Sets April 3 Release Date for Sophomore Album Clarity of Mind
March 6, 2026

Omah Lay Sets April 3 Release Date for Sophomore Album ‘Clarity of Mind’

Omah Lay has officially announced that his sophomore album, Clarity of Mind, will drop on April 3, 2026, and the announcement has sent us all into a frenzy because the wait is finally over. The 12-track project will be led by previously released singles ‘Holy Ghost,’ ‘Waist,’ and the more recent ‘Don’t Love Me,’ which... Read More
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afrobeats
December 31, 2025

The Goldmine in Afrobeats: Why Western Artists Keep Featuring Nigerian Artists

Afrobeats has grown into one of Nigeria’s biggest cultural exports, and as the genre continues to expand globally, Western artists have increasingly embraced it. From collaborations to cultural immersion, Afrobeats has moved beyond being a niche sound and into a global music force. The steady inclusion of Afrobeats in international pop culture did not happen... Read More
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From Rema to Champs: These 6 Nigerian Artists Are Proving You’re Never Too Young to Start Singing
December 11, 2025

From Rema to Champz: These 6 Nigerian Artists Are Proving You’re Never Too Young to Start Singing

From Rema to Champz, the Nigerian entertainment industry has long been a breeding ground for young artists, with breakout stars often emerging in their teenage years. Whether through a viral song, a trending video, or sheer talent, these young Nigerian artists have made their mark early in their careers. Here are 6 of the latest... Read More
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“Who’s Dat Girl?” Ayra Starr and Rema are Telling the World that Ayra is That Girl with their New Hit Single
October 22, 2025

“Who’s Dat Girl” Ayra Starr and Rema are Telling the World that Ayra is That Girl with their New Hit Single

The Nigerian media and social space are always buzzing with new trends and sounds, ranging from humorous clips to specific parts of songs that trend and eventually become viral sensations. To keep you up to date on what’s trending, we are taking a look at Ayra Starr and Rema’s trending song, “Who’s Dat Girl” Grammy... Read More
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Zlatan Ibile Announces His Upcoming Album, “Symbol of Hope”, Coming Out on October 17th
October 13, 2025

Zlatan Ibile Announces His Upcoming Album, “Symbol of Hope”, Coming Out on October 17

Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, popularly known as Zlatan Ibile, is a cultural icon of “street music,” which has become mainstream, with a career spanning over a decade.  Zlatan’s career started when he won the Airtel-sponsored “One Mic” talent show in 2014, when he was just 19, and went on to gain recognition in 2017 for his... Read More
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Omah Lay
September 15, 2025

Artiste Spotlight: All You Need To Know About “Soso” Singer, Omah Lay and His Upcoming Album

Omah Stanley Didia, professionally known by his stage name “Omah Lay”, is a 28-year-old Nigerian singer, producer, and songwriter who gained fame with his hit single “Bad Influence” and his viral TikTok song “Soso,” which catapulted him to the limelight and earned him international recognition.  Born into a musical family, Stanley’s grandfather was an instrumentalist,... Read More
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June 22, 2025

The Don Jazzy Deal: Why the Mavin Records Sale Is Africa’s Biggest Cultural Milestone Yet

In February 2024, when Universal Music Group (UMG) confirmed its acquisition of a majority stake in Nigeria’s Mavin Records, it was easy to see it as just another music industry merger—a business-as-usual transaction between capital and creativity. But this was no routine acquisition. This was a tectonic shift in how African culture is valued, owned,... Read More
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June 21, 2025

Timeline: How Afrobeats Conquered the World: The Organic Architecture

Early 2000s – Local Roots • Nigerian and Ghanaian artists blend hip-hop, R&B, dancehall—emerging styles known as Naija Pop and Hiplife . 2009–2011 – First Wave Breakouts • Wizkid debuts with “Holla at Your Boy” (2011), seen as Nigeria’s first modern Afrobeats global starter . • Ghana’s Azonto sound explodes; Wizkid’s “Azonto” (2012) rides that wave . 2014 –... Read More
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