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9 Nov
Nigerian singer Jaywon has declared his preference for Davido over Wizkid, stating that his "spirit resonates more" with the "Assurance" crooner. In a recent post on his social media handle, Jaywon expressed his admiration for both Wizkid and Davido, but acknowledged his stronger connection to Davido's positive energy. "I love Wizkid and I love Davido,…
5 Nov
It's been a burning question on the minds of Wizkid's fans: when will the superstar bless us with new music? Well, today, Wizkid took to his Instagram story to respond to this question in his own unique way. Wizkid's responses added an element of suspense and humour to the mix. He wrote, "Back in 4…
28 Oct
The Nigerian artiste, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known as Wizkid, who recently laid to rest his late mother, has further proven he is one of Africa’s biggest artistes as he received a total of five new platinum certifications in South Africa.
29 Sep 2023
From the 1990s to the millennium era, another milestone in the growth of the record label industry in Nigeria was visible. New entrepreneurs, nouveaux riches, and budding Nigerian artistes in the diaspora combined forces with dynamic, industrious, educated, and tech-savvy home-based young Nigerians ......
15 Sep 2023
Nigerian superstar Wizkid made a rare public appearance since his mother's death at the exclusive opening night private view of "Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto" at the prestigious Victoria and Albert Museum in London on September 13, 2023. The singer was dressed to impress in a black ensemble, and he looked somber but composed as he…
2 Sep 2023
African music has become a behemoth of talent, bustling with so much zest and attracting global acclaim. With self-reward mechanisms like award shows, the industry has discovered and funneled a myriad of international mega superstars...
18 Aug 2023
The famous Nigerian singer Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, has sadly lost his mother.
9 Aug 2023
In a groundbreaking move, the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) have announced the addition of an Afrobeats category to their award lineup. This exciting development comes as a result of the global influence of African music and the immense talent within the Afrobeats genre. Several heavyweight Afrobeats artists have already garnered nominations for this…
2 Aug 2023
After selling out over 800k capacity Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Ayodeji Balogun Ibrahim who is popularly known as Wizkid has once more proved why he is the pioneer of Afrobeat.
2 Aug 2023
According to Section 67 of the Trade Marks Act, as amended by the Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provision) Act), “trademark is defined as a mark used or proposed to be used about goods or services to indicate a connection between the goods or services...
22 Jul 2023
Music megastar, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known by the stage name Wizkid, hinted that his sixth studio album is underway; adding that a new song will drop next week. The two-time Grammy award winner disclosed this during an interview with Capital Extra’s Manny Norte, while commemorating his 33rd birthday on Sunday, July 16. The Best…
30 Jun 2023
Nigeria Music stars have spearheaded the automation Portugal, an event to celebrate Afrobeat music on the global stage. This included various African stars from African usually based in Africa, and the Afronation Portugal, 2023 didn't disappoint either BurnaBoy recently BET award winner for best international act is of a host of stars who have lighted…

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