41 h. ago “They Did Everything To Break Me” – Burna Boy On Attempts To Sabotage Him In Nigeria’s Music Industry

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has alleged that key figures in the country’s music industry actively tried to hinder his rise to fame. The singer made the revelation in response to a resurfaced interview clip featuring veteran music executive Obi Asika, who stated that certain gatekeepers within the Nigerian music scene attempted to block Burna […] The post “They Did Everything To Break Me” – Burna Boy On Attempts To Sabotage Him In Nigeria’s Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago “Cut Your Beard First!” – Daddy Showkey Responds To Niger Governor’s Dreadlock Ban

Nigerian music veteran Daddy Showkey has condemned Governor Umar Bago of Niger State for instructing security personnel to arrest people with dreadlocks in Minna. The governor issued the directive during a stakeholders’ security meeting on Tuesday, where he instructed officials to shave the dreadlocks of residents in Minna and impose fines. However, on Wednesday, Bago […] The post “Cut Your Beard First!” – Daddy Showkey Responds To Niger Governor’s Dreadlock Ban appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Burna Boy Faces Lawsuit In New York Court Over Alleged Theft Of Music, Video Composition

Haitian music legend Fabrice Rouzier has filed a lawsuit against Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, accusing him of stealing elements from his 2002 song ‘Je Vais’ for the recently released ‘4 Kampe II,’ a collaboration with French-Haitian artist Joe Gilles, also known as Joe Dwet File. According to legal documents obtained by Peoples Gazette, Rouzier alleges […] The post Burna Boy Faces Lawsuit In New York Court Over Alleged Theft Of Music, Video Composition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Nigerian music industry gatekeepers trying to break me – Burna Boy

Grammy award-winning singer Burna Boy has said that Nigerian music industry gatekeepers are trying to break him. Burna Boy made the claim while reacting to a viral video, where veteran music executive, Obi Asika, disclosed that the industry’s gatekeepers tried to frustrate the ‘Ye’ crooner’s career before he became known globally. Reacting in the comments […] The post Nigerian music industry gatekeepers trying to break me – Burna Boy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Soso Soberekon Pledges N20m Prize For Portable, Speed Darlington Rematch

Nigerian music executive and talent manager, Soso Soberekon, has pledged a N20 million reward for the winner of a rematch between controversial singer Speed Darlington and street-hop artist Portable. This follows the dramatic celebrity boxing match tagged Chaos in the Rings, where Portable emerged victorious over Speed Darlington on Friday night. Shortly after the bout, […] The post Soso Soberekon Pledges N20m Prize For Portable, Speed Darlington Rematch appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Nigerian Idol Season 10 premieres today, streams live on Showmax

The lights are on, the stage is set, and the spotlight is ready to shine on Nigeria’s next music superstar read more Nigerian Idol Season 10 premieres today, streams live on Showmax

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8 d. ago Burna Boy Makes History, Sells Out 100,000 Capacity Stade De France

Grammy Award-winning Nigerian music export, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has once again made history by becoming the first African to sell out a hundred thousand packed full stadium, Stade De France. With a capacity of 100,000, this feat marks the biggest milestone in his already groundbreaking career. The artist has continued […]

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1 week ago ‘Real family doesn’t manipulate,’ Peter Okoye says after testifying against brother in court

Nigerian music star Peter Okoye of the legendary duo, P-Square, has opened up about enduring over two decades of betrayal and manipulation, stating that he is now prioritising his mental health. In a post on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Peter wrote, “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – Read More

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2 w. ago “I Shifted Focus To Music After Struggling To Get Sponsorship For Football” – Kcee

Nigerian singer Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee, has shared that he was once a professional footballer but switched to music—his second love—after struggling to find sponsorship for his football career. During a recent conversation with podcaster Temisan Emmanuel, which surfaced on X on Saturday, Kcee disclosed that he featured for Nigerian league clubs Julius […] The post “I Shifted Focus To Music After Struggling To Get Sponsorship For Football” – Kcee appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tems, other Nigerians shine bright at 2025 AAEA awards

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian music stars, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Asake, Tems, Darkoo, Ayra Starr, and others dominated the 2025 Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA). They won various categories at this year’s AAEA Music Awards. The AAEA announced this on its web page. Wizkid’s ‘Piece of My Heart’ featuring US singer, Brent Faiyaz won the […] The post Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tems, other Nigerians shine bright at 2025 AAEA awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago US Court Summons Davido Over Alleged Soundtrack Theft, Unpaid $45,000 Settlement

Nigerian music sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been summoned by a United States federal court to appear in New York within 21 days to respond to allegations of intellectual property theft and breach of settlement, following a lawsuit filed by four Nigerian artists. According to court documents filed at the United States […]

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2 w. ago “I’m Raising Ransom For My Kidnappers” – 2Baba Breaks Silence On Mother’s Viral Claim

Nigerian music star 2Baba has broken his silence over his mother’s viral claims that he was kidnapped, responding with humour during a recent performance. The buzz began after his family members, including his mother, Rose Idibia, raised concerns about his whereabouts—particularly as his ongoing divorce from actress Annie Idibia continues to make headlines. In a […] The post “I’m Raising Ransom For My Kidnappers” – 2Baba Breaks Silence On Mother’s Viral Claim appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Bassey, Chinwo, Others Surpass Afrobeats Artistes On YouTube’s Most

Nigerian gospel artistes,  Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, and Moses Bliss, have made impressive strides in the music scene, ranking among the most-streamed Nigerian acts on YouTube Music for the first quarter of 2025, surpassing some popular Afrobeats artists. Data compiled by Debut Hub revealed Nathaniel Bassey as the highest-ranked gospel artist, with 52.8 million streams. […]

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3 w. ago Playing musical instruments for Mike Ejeagha shaped my career –Spenta, Afrobeats artiste

By Rita Okoye  Kingsley Ifeanyi Adaoji, professionally known as Spenta, is a burgeoning Nigerian Afrobeat artiste making significant strides within the contemporary music landscape. For Spenta, 2022 marked a turning point when he inked a recording deal with AkwaAmaka Music, a label that is fast gaining recognition for its dedication to nurturing burgeoning Nigerian talent.  […] The post Playing musical instruments for Mike Ejeagha shaped my career –Spenta, Afrobeats artiste appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Konga Recalls Predicting Success Of Burna Boy Who Then Laughed At His Comment

Nigerian singer Konga has shared the prophecy he gave Afrobeat artist Burna Boy years ago, before he rose to fame. In a recent interview on the Honest Bunch podcast, shared on X on Wednesday, Konga recalled his encounter with Burna Boy during the artist’s early struggles to break into the music scene. Konga stated that […] The post Konga Recalls Predicting Success Of Burna Boy Who Then Laughed At His Comment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Wizkid Clears Instagram Page, Unfollows Everyone, Sparks Speculation

Nigerian music star Wizkid has wiped his Instagram account clean, deleting all posts and unfollowing everyone. His page, with over 18 million followers, is now empty, sparking curiosity about his next move. A check by Information Nigeria on Monday confirmed the purge, fuelling speculation about his plans. READ MORE: “Mo’Hits Already Had A Platform” – […] The post Wizkid Clears Instagram Page, Unfollows Everyone, Sparks Speculation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago AthenaDME shines at UNILAG, assures fans she has more coming

Tribune Online AthenaDME shines at UNILAG, assures fans she has more coming THE Nigerian music industry is witnessing the rise of a new sensation, AthenaDME, whose electrifying performances and unique Afro-fusion sound are captivating audiences nationwide. Even as her fan base grows, the talented artist insists this is just the beginning. “I’m only getting started,” she said confidently after her thrilling performance at the University of Lagos […] AthenaDME shines at UNILAG, assures fans she has more coming Tribune Online

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