Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | KellyRae, Ayra, Tems, Asake, BBN, Portable, Davido

KellyRae wins the Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ edition KellyRae was crowned the winner of season 9 of the Big Brother Naija TV show, ahead of Wanni, who was the First Runner-Up, making him the first married man to win the reality show. The 2024 Big Brother Naija TV show spanned 71 days, with... Read More

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Ayra Starr, Big Brother Naija, Davido, entertainment, Grammy, Music

September 18, 2024

Broda Shaggi Shares New Song and Testimony with Birthday Post

Nigerian actor and skit maker Samuel Perry, also known as Broda Shaggi, took to Instagram to celebrate his 31st birthday with a post thanking God for his life. The actor wrote that he almost lost his life, calling this year’s birthday a “gift of life” which was nearly taken from him. Although the comedian did... Read More

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Broda Shaggi, Media, Music +

September 17, 2024

Omah Lay, Rema and Shallipopi Make It to the EA Sports FC 25 Soundtrack

EA Sports FC 25 has once again promoted Nigerian music by including three Nigerian artists on its soundtrack for its 25th edition of EA Football Club videogame coming out this September 27. Nigerian artists like Omah Lay, Rema and Shallipopi have been included in EA Sports’ 25th edition with Omah Lay’s “Moving” and Rema’s “Benin... Read More

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EA Sports FC 25, entertainment, Media, Music +, Rema, Video game

September 3, 2024

Ruger Sets Release of Sophomore Album “Why Always RU” for 2025

Afrobeat superstar Ruger is set to make waves in the music industry again with the anticipated release of his sophomore album, “Why Always RU,” scheduled for 2025. He broke into the music scene in 2021 with his debut EP “Pandemic.” The project’s lead single, “Bounce,” quickly became viral, showcasing Ruger’s unique vocal style and songwriting... Read More

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entertainment, Media, Music +, Ruger

August 29, 2024

10 Nigerian Albums That Got Us All Talking In 2024

The Nigerian music industry has been saved by these 10 Nigerian albums released in 2024 as these albums have had us all at the edge of our seats, more than our favourite horror movies. Afrobeat is taking on a wave that has not been seen before in the history of the Nigerian and African music... Read More

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Ayra Starr, entertainment, Fireboy DML, Music +, Nigerian albums, nigerian music industry, Olamide, Rema, Shallipopi, Victony, Young John

August 20, 2024

Fireboy DML Announces Release Date of Fourth Album “Adedamola”

Nigerian singer and songwriter Fireboy DML took to the social media platform Instagram to announce the release date of his upcoming album, “Adedamola,” which will be released on August 29th. The album will mark the talented singer’s fourth album within five years since he released his debut album, “Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps,” in 2019. Following... Read More

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"Adedamola", Fireboy DML, Media, Music +

August 16, 2024

Events To Attend This Weekend In Lagos (August 16-18)

It’s the weekend again; we’re glad to be in our space for the next two days. What things do you have on your to-do list this weekend? Would you rather stay indoors and recuperate, or would you like to know where the party is this weekend? It’s Lagos State, the city that never sleeps, and... Read More

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beach, entertainment, events, Grooving weekend, lifestyle, Music +, nightlife, partying, Weekend

August 2, 2024

Tems and Cast of “All of Us” Series Postpone Videos In Support of #EndBadGovernance Protest

Nigerian singer Tems and the cast of the upcoming series starring Enioluwa, Priscilla Ojo and more have chosen to postpone the release of their music video and official trailer of the “All of Us” series, respectively. Nigerians took to the streets to show the government (Tinubu’s administration) how they felt about the government and its... Read More

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All of Us Series, Music Video, nollywood, series, Tems

July 29, 2024

Weekend Recap | BBN, Burna Boy, Falz | In Case You Missed It

Big Brother Naija resumes on July 28 Nigerians have all anticipated the resumption of the latest season of the reality TV show Big Brother Naija (BBN). After a long wait, season 9 of BBN officially began on July 28 with some interesting new takes and faces in the game show. All contestants will now fight... Read More

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Burna boy, entertainment, falz, Media, Menisms, Music +

Rema paid $3 million to perform at an Indian billionaire’s wedding

July 11, 2024

Rema Releases Sophomore Album “HEIS”

Nigerian artist Divine Ikubor, also known as Rema, has released his sophomore album, “HEIS”, featuring Shallipopi and Odumodublvck. “HEIS” is an 11-track body of musical art that heavily influences the singer’s perception of the world as a Benin Boy. He implements unique sounds into his songs, giving him a rich and exclusive artistic take on... Read More

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art, entertainment, HEIS, Music +, Rema

July 1, 2024

Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Tems, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Olu Jacobs

Tems receives BET Award for Best Gospel/Inspirational Act Nigerian artist Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, snagged home one of the awards at the 2024 Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards show for Best Gospel/Inspirational Act for her smash single, ‘Me & U’. The artist won the award over other nominated artists, namely Kirk Franklin, CeCe... Read More

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Ayra Starr, BET Awards 2024, Burna boy, entertainment, Media, Music +, Olu Jacobs, Tems

Poster for Olamide's tenth solo album 'Ikigai' featuring Asake, Fireboy DML and Lil Kesh.

June 26, 2024

Olamide Features Asake, Fireboy DML and Lil Kesh in New Album ‘Ikigai’

Surprising Davido and Chioma with a performance on their wedding day was not the only thing rap legend Olamide had in mind this June as he also announced his new musical project ‘Ikigai’, which will feature his major acts, Asake, Fireboy DML and Lil Kesh. Nigerian rapper Olamide is one of the few artists who... Read More

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asake, Fireboy DML, Ikigai, Lil Kesh, Music +, new album, Olamide

June 22, 2024

Simi Reconnects with Falz in the Studio for New Single ‘Borrow Me Your Baby’

Nigerian singer-songwriter Simi has reconnected with her close friend and musical partner, Falz, once again in the studio as they drop a smashing single ‘Borrow Me Your Baby’ off her new and upcoming album, “Lost and Found,” which is set for release on July 5. The duet, Falz and Simi, have always had a “Chemistry”... Read More

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Adekunle gold, Borrow Me Your Baby', falz, Music +, Music Video, Simi

June 21, 2024

Asake Announces New Album and World Tour Coming June 26

They say the devil works hard, but the truth is that no one in the Nigerian music industry works harder than internet Afrobeats sensation and Grammy-nominee Asake. Starting his singing career in 2017, Asake knew he would someday rise to fame beyond the walls of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), where he studied Theatre and Dramatic... Read More

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asake, Lungu Boy World Tour, new music, World Tour

June 5, 2024

Isaac Geralds Targets A 100-Hour Singing Marathon To Break Guinness World Record

Nigerian singer and finalist in season 4 of MTN Project Fame has taken up the challenge to sing for over a hundred hours, earning himself a Guinness World Record title holder as he aims to surpass his predecessor, Sunil Waghmare, who’s held the record since 2012 by singing for 105 hours. Isaac Geralds began his... Read More

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Guinness World record, Isaac Geralds, Music +, Singing marathon

June 3, 2024

Tems Delivers A Powerful Tiny Desk Performance Ahead Of Her New Album “Born In The Wild”

The Afrobeats girlies lead Nigerian music in ways other artists can only aspire to achieve. The talented RnB Nigerian princess, Tems, proved herself once again in a Tiny Desk performance despite needing no introduction to her name and her God-given vocal talent. Becoming one of the world’s most loved Nigerian singers, Tems has gotten the... Read More

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November 29, 2023

Naira Marley and Sam Larry’s Reappearance Raises Eyebrows Following Mohbad’s Tragic Death

Marlian Music Boss and Associate Make Public Return Amid Controversial Circumstances In a surprising turn of events, Nigerian singer Naira Marley, and his close associate Sam Larry, stepped back into the public eye after weeks of silence since the tragic demise of musician Mohbad. The duo, along with two others, faced legal troubles and were... Read More

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Entertainment news, music industry, Naira Marley, Sam Larry

November 28, 2023

Burna Boy Left Speechless: Odumodu’s Verse in “Cast” Takes the Spotlight

A Viral Video Captures Burna Boy’s Unfiltered Reaction In a recent turn of events, Burna Boy, the Grammy-winning Nigerian artist, found himself in a state of awe after listening to the song “Cast” by Shallipopi and Odumodu. A video posted by PoojaMedia on Twitter has since gone viral, revealing Burna Boy’s candid reaction to Odumodu’s... Read More

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Burna boy, cast, Entertainment news, Music +, Odumodu, Poco Lee

November 28, 2023

Pepsi Music Academy X EMPIRE- Register to Start your Journey to Confam Stardom

…. 2-year Recording Contract with EMPIRE, Brand New SUV, Other Mouthwatering Prizes Await You. In the dynamic landscape of the Nigerian music industry, Pepsi continues to play a pivotal role in championing and nurturing emerging talents while consistently showcasing Afrobeats on the forefront. Pepsi is taking its commitment a step further with the launch of a game-changing... Read More

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November 21, 2023

Falz and the Bahd Guys Recount Their Near-death Experience in the Premiere Episode of ‘Untapped’

Untapped aired its first YouTube episode with Nigerian rapper Falz and the Bahd Guys (CEO of B.A.H.D Guys Entertainment, Aboki Sidney Toyosi Sule and Talent Manager Femisoro Ajayi). Speaking with the host, Gbemi O-O, the three faces of B.A.H.D Guys Entertainment recount their experiences in getting to where they are now, including a ghastly accident... Read More

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B.A.H.D Guys Entertainment, Bahd Guys, falz, music industry, Untapped

November 20, 2023

Weekend Recap: Charles Okocha vs Portable, Rema, Burna Boy

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. Rema and Burna Boy win big at the Billboard Music Awards The highly anticipated Billboard Music Awards took place on November... Read More

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November 16, 2023

Erigga Gives Insight Into This “Bad 5 Years” Music Deal

Nigerian music rapper Erhiga Agariubie (Erigga) revealed that he has not been in his best space for the past five years on a radio show. The Motivation singer claimed he had been in a “bad deal” for five years. Within this timeframe, he had been in connections with legal professionals as he tried to regain... Read More

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November 4, 2023

AsakeOge Shines at the African Fashion & Music Festival with the Osùn Collection

As the world celebrated the magic of fashion during the African Fashion & Music Festival at Globe Theatre Los Angeles, one name stood out amongst the crowd – AsakeOge. The renowned fashion label made a striking impression with its latest creation, the “AsakeOge Osùn Collection,” inspired by the powerful and resourceful goddess Osun. This collection... Read More

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October 22, 2023

Trace Awards 2023: Paying Homage To African Music

Trace Awards had its first-ever award show last night at the BK Arena, Kigali, Rwanda, adding one more African platform that celebrates African music, creativity, and talent. The Trace Awards shone bright with the multitudes of African stars at the event. We could see African artists all swarming the arena to celebrate the inaugural award... Read More

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October 20, 2023

Weekend Playlist: Top Songs to Add to your Playlist this Weekend

As we approach the weekend looking to unwind and relax after the stressful week, music can be a form of escape and provide that soothing feeling you yearn for. In this weekend’s edition, we bring you the best new music out of Nigeria and West Africa. Committed to giving you the most relaxing time ever,... Read More

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Apple Music, Davido, Mayorkun, Shallipopi, spotify, weekend playlist

October 18, 2023

Seyi Shay Announces Date for New Music

Nigerian singer-songwriter Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua (Seyi Shay) has announced that she will release her first mixtape since her last song, Bobo. The award-winning singer has been on her UK club tour since July 2023, and she took to Instagram to inform her 1 million followers about her excitement for her new mixtape, which will be... Read More

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Feels Like Home Vol.1, new music, Seyi Shay

October 13, 2023

Weekend Playlist: Top Songs to Add to your Playlist this Weekend

As we approach the weekend looking to unwind and relax after the stressful week, music can be a form of escape and provide that soothing feeling you yearn for. Committed to giving you the most relaxing time ever, we at Ynaija have done the work and compiled the ideal weekend playlist that would keep you... Read More

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October 12, 2023

New Music: Mayorkun Makes a Comeback To the Music Scene With Upcoming Ep “Love…For Free”

After a very long self-appointed “sabbatical”, Mayorkun prepares to make an immense comeback with his upcoming EP, “Love…For Free”. The 5-track EP has already seen the release of two of its songs namely “Lowkey” and “For Daddy”, which was released back in April. This is going to be the artist’s first body of work since... Read More

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EP, Mayor of Lagos, Mayorkun, Music

October 10, 2023

Watch | Ayra Starr Releases Music Video For Her Smash Single, Rhythm & Blues

Beautiful Mavins record label signee Ayra Starr has taken the world by storm with her angelic voice as she’s become one of Nigeria’s most successful international artists. Having just concluded her tour, Ayra dropped her single Rhythm & Blues to remind her fans (Mobstars) there is more to creativity. The MTV VMA nominee has received... Read More

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Ayra Starr, Mavins, Music Video, Rhythm & Blues

Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | KellyRae, Ayra, Tems, Asake, BBN, Portable, Davido

Broda Shaggi Shares New Song and Testimony with Birthday Post

Omah Lay, Rema and Shallipopi Make It to the EA Sports FC 25 Soundtrack

Ruger Sets Release of Sophomore Album “Why Always RU” for 2025

10 Nigerian Albums That Got Us All Talking In 2024

Fireboy DML Announces Release Date of Fourth Album “Adedamola”

Events To Attend This Weekend In Lagos (August 16-18)

Tems and Cast of “All of Us” Series Postpone Videos In Support of #EndBadGovernance Protest

Weekend Recap | BBN, Burna Boy, Falz | In Case You Missed It

Rema Releases Sophomore Album “HEIS”

Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Tems, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Olu Jacobs

Olamide Features Asake, Fireboy DML and Lil Kesh in New Album ‘Ikigai’

Simi Reconnects with Falz in the Studio for New Single ‘Borrow Me Your Baby’

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tems Reveals She Received an Email from Beyoncé Before ‘Essence’ was Released

Asake Announces New Album and World Tour Coming June 26

Isaac Geralds Targets A 100-Hour Singing Marathon To Break Guinness World Record

Tems Delivers A Powerful Tiny Desk Performance Ahead Of Her New Album “Born In The Wild”

Naira Marley and Sam Larry’s Reappearance Raises Eyebrows Following Mohbad’s Tragic Death

Burna Boy Left Speechless: Odumodu’s Verse in “Cast” Takes the Spotlight

Pepsi Music Academy X EMPIRE- Register to Start your Journey to Confam Stardom

Falz and the Bahd Guys Recount Their Near-death Experience in the Premiere Episode of ‘Untapped’

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Erigga Gives Insight Into This “Bad 5 Years” Music Deal

AsakeOge Shines at the African Fashion & Music Festival with the Osùn Collection

Trace Awards 2023: Paying Homage To African Music

Weekend Playlist: Top Songs to Add to your Playlist this Weekend

Seyi Shay Announces Date for New Music

Weekend Playlist: Top Songs to Add to your Playlist this Weekend

New Music: Mayorkun Makes a Comeback To the Music Scene With Upcoming Ep “Love…For Free”

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