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Champz, Wizkid’s 14-Year-Old Son, Reveals the UK Rap Influences Behind His Breakout EP Champion’s Arrival Rising Nigerian rapper Champz, the 14-year-old son of global Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, is carving out his own lane in the music world and he’s finally shedding light on the inspirations fueling his rapid rise. In a new interview with Glitch Africa, Champz opened up about the creative forces behind his debut EP, Champion’s Arrival, offering fans a deeper understanding of

Young Jonn Reveals the Deep Creative History Behind His Partnership With Asake Music producer and singer Young Jonn has opened up about the long-standing creative chemistry between himself and Afrobeats powerhouse Asake, revealing that their bond dates back long before either artist became a global name. In a recent radio interview, Young Jonn shared that he and Asake had been making music together for years long before fame, hit records, or industry recognition entered the p

Davido Reveals the Musical Icons Who Inspired His Rise to Stardom Afrobeats superstar Davido has opened up about the artists who shaped his decision to pursue a career in music, crediting some of Hip Hop and R&B’s biggest names as his earliest creative influences. Speaking during an appearance at the Grammy Museum, Davido explained that his childhood soundtrack was filled with American urban music. He grew up fascinated by the raw energy of 50 Cent, the melodic swagger of Nel

Chike Opens Up About Faith, Church, and the Personal Moment That Made Him Stop Attending Nigerian singer Chike is making headlines after opening up about the deeply personal experiences that shaped his relationship with faith while also trending online for a heartwarming gesture toward a loyal fan. In a recent conversation, Chike recounted an awkward incident from years ago that caused him to step away from church gatherings. He recalled visiting a church where the praise-and

Nigerian rising star Shallipopi has officially cemented his place as one of Africa’s most influential young artists after winning Artist of the Year at the 2025 TikTok Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa. The award ceremony, held in Johannesburg, celebrated creators and musicians who shaped digital culture across the region throughout the year. Shallipopi born Crown Uzama emerged as the standout talent of the night, thanks to his dominance on TikTok and his rapidly growing fanbase

Super Eagles Captain William Troost-Ekong Announces Retirement from International Football Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an emotional close to a remarkable decade-long journey with Nigeria. The decision comes just weeks after the Super Eagles’ disappointing failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a moment that intensified conversations about the future of the national team. End o

Spotify Wrapped 2025: Most Streamed Songs, Artists, and Albums in Nigeria Spotify has officially released its 2025 Wrapped, unveiling the most streamed artists, songs, and albums in Nigeria. The annual roundup also highlights the Nigerian acts making the biggest impact globally. Wizkid Tops Nigeria’s Most-Streamed Artists in 2025 For yet another year, Wizkid has claimed the No. 1 position as Nigeria’s most-streamed artist on Spotify. His dominance in 2025 comes on the back of

Wizkid Sparks Outrage With Series of Controversial Tweets Targeting Rivals Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has set social media ablaze after posting a string of unusually harsh and personal tweets on Friday, December 5, 2025, aimed at some of his long-time rivals. The tweets, shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, went far beyond typical industry rivalry, touching on deeply sensitive topics and sparking widespread condemnation across the entertainment space. One of t

Wizkid & Asake Announce Joint Project “Real Vol. 1,” Sparking Massive Excitement Across Afrobeats The Afrobeats landscape erupted in excitement on Thursday, December 5, 2025, as Wizkid and Asake officially confirmed that they are collaborating on a joint project titled Real Vol. 1. The long-awaited announcement arrived during an exclusive Apple Music Radio takeover, finally putting an end to weeks of speculation and fan theories. This collaboration marks a monumental moment f

Kizz Daniel Ends the Year in Style With “Holy Romance” A Masterclass in Feel-Good Afropop As the year draws to a close, Kizz Daniel returns once again to remind everyone why he remains one of the most consistent hitmakers in modern Afrobeats. Holy Romance, arriving shortly after his Uncle K: Lemon Chase EP, serves as the perfect finishing touch to a remarkably prolific year. The single is classic Vado: deceptively simple, irresistibly catchy, and produced with a level of clar

“Unfinished Business”: ID Cabasa Curates a Living Museum of Nigerian Music ID Cabasa is a name carved into the foundation of modern Nigerian music. As the founder of Coded Tunes, he shaped the sonic identity that helped launch the careers of giants like Olamide, 9ice, and Reminisce. Now, with the release of Unfinished Business, Cabasa is not simply dropping a producer album he is curating a living museum. The project takes some of his most iconic mid-2000s records and “reimag

Duncan Mighty & Tiwa Savage Reunite on “Be Happy” A Feel-Good Anthem for the Season Seven years after delivering the unforgettable smash hit “Lova Lova,” Duncan Mighty and Tiwa Savage have finally reunited and their new collaboration, “Be Happy,” feels like the long-awaited sequel fans have hoped for. Their first joint effort was defined by an electric chemistry: Duncan’s sweet Port Harcourt-rooted highlife met seamlessly with Tiwa’s smooth R&B finesse. With Be Happy, the duo

Shallipopi Completes His Trilogy With Auracle: A Victory Lap for the Presido With the release of Auracle, Shallipopi has officially sealed the trilogy that began with his breakout Planet Pluto EP and evolved through Presido La Pluto and Shakespopi. If his earlier projects captured the raw energy of a disruptor storming into the Nigerian music industry, Auracle is the sound of an artist settling comfortably into the throne he fought his way into. Even the title Auracle, a fusi