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A deep dive into Mike Adenuga’s quiet investments in Wizkid’s global climb
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A deep dive into Mike Adenuga’s quiet investments in Wizkid’s global climb

In the spring of 2015, a cryptic tweet from Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known as Wizkid, sent ripples through Nigerian entertainment circles. “Proud...

What it really means to be a Celebrity in Nigeria
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What it really means to be a Celebrity in Nigeria

In Nigeria, celebrity culture is often painted in golden hues — red carpet glamour, expensive cars, millions of followers, endorsement deals, and public...

Understanding Nigeria’s musical identity crisis
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Understanding Nigeria’s musical identity crisis

Nigeria’s music scene is one of the richest and most influential in Africa and the world. From traditional highlife rhythms to the explosive...

How Managers and Middlemen control the game
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How Managers and Middlemen control the game

Nigeria’s music scene is now global. From Burna Boy shutting down stadiums in Paris to Rema performing at the Ballon d’Or, Nigerian artists...

The evolution of Nigerian music videos: From Alaba to YouTube
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The evolution of Nigerian music videos: From Alaba to YouTube

Once upon a time, Nigerian music videos were best enjoyed on scratched DVDs from Alaba International Market. Fast forward to today — artistes...

What these Nigerian hit songs really mean
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What these Nigerian hit songs really mean

Nigerian music continues to captivate global audiences, not just with its contagious rhythms but also through lyrics that delve into themes of love,...

Celebrities who look just like their kids – uncanny Nigerian star lookalikes
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Celebrities who look just like their kids – uncanny Nigerian star lookalikes

Genetics can be a wild thing—sometimes producing children who are practically walking mirrors of their parents. For some Nigerian celebrities, the resemblance between...

Yul Edochie, Kunle Remi, 3 other celebrities who welcomed baby girls this year
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Yul Edochie, Kunle Remi, 3 other celebrities who welcomed baby girls this year

Being a parent is a role that entails endless sacrifices, responsibility, love and commitment. It also comes with a joy and satisfaction a...

How much Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, other top stars allegedly charge
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How much Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, other top stars allegedly charge

In Nigeria’s entertainment and political circuits, performance fees and appearance costs are closely guarded secrets. But in 2025, leaks, whispers, and industry chatter...