A fresh social media clash between Afrobeats superstar Wizkid and Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has reopened a long-standing debate about fame, legacy and how greatness is measured in Nigerian music. The controversy began after Seun Kuti publicly rejected comparisons between Wizkid and his late father, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti. Seun argued that reducing Fela’s…
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage dismissed speculation on romantic involvement with her colleague Wizkid, popularly known as Ayo Balogun. After opening up on the JMatt show about a secret relationship she had with a public figure, she had to call it quits because of the measures the person took to keep the relationship hidden. According to…
Music executive Ubi Franklin has weighed in on why it might be difficult for Nigeria’s Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy to work together on a collaboration. Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the talent manager described the trio as the “Big 3” of the music industry, noting that their positions make them…
Veteran Nigerian singer, Daddy Showkey, has revealed that Afrobeats superstar Wizkid played a key role in introducing him to Instagram. The music legend shared the story during a video call with producer Maleek Berry, reflecting on how he got started on the popular social media platform. Daddy Showkey recounted that the journey began during a…
Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, is a name that echoes through the corridors of African music history. As a music producer, entrepreneur, and founder of Mavin Records, he is widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s most influential music executives — a visionary who has shaped the careers of some of the biggest…