Nigerian Stars Who Dominated 2025

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 December 2025

2025 was a landmark year for Nigerian entertainment, a space that continues to shape culture both at home and globally. From Afrobeats chart-toppers and Nollywood powerhouses to rising influencers and innovators, Nigerian stars held the spotlight with notable achievements, awards, streams,

Davido Names Asake, Rema, Omah Lay as Next Afrobeats GOATs — Lessons for Young Artistes 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 December 2025

Afrobeats star Davido Afrobeat star Davido has named Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay as the male artistes he believes could become the next “Greatest of All Time” (GOAT) in Nigeria’s music industry. He shared this opinion during a recent appearance on comedian Carter Efe’s Twitch livestream, where he spoke honestly about talent, growth, and global impact. 

Davido Shares How Skipping School in 2011 Shaped His Rise to Stardom 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 November 2025

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has shared a powerful story about his early struggles and choices on his path to success. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), the singer revealed that in 2011, he got into serious trouble at home after sneaking out of […]

Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Gains Government Recognition: A New Dawn for Creatives 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 October 2025

Popular showbiz promoter and entertainment entrepreneur, Mallam Yankee of Yankee Entertainment Federal Support Brings Hope to the Creative Industry The founder of Yankee Entertainment, Mallam Yankee, has revealed that the Nigerian government is finally giving the entertainment sector the attention it deserves. According to him, this new wave of recognition signals a

Tife Balogun: Lessons from Wizkid’s Son on Talent, Confidence, and Starting Young 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 October 2025

Tife Balogun, the first son of Afrobeat superstar Wizkid A New Generation Stepping into the Spotlight. The Nigerian music scene is buzzing with excitement as Tife Balogun, the first son of Afrobeat superstar Wizkid, teases what seems to be his debut single. At just 14 years old, Tife’s short Instagram clip titled “Champion’s Arrival” has […]

Zlatan and Davido Unite in “Hip Hop Messiah” — A Bold Declaration of Greatness 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 October 2025

Zlatan Ibile and Davido. Photo credit : X space When two of Nigeria’s most energetic hitmakers — Zlatan Ibile and Davido — come together, the music world pays attention. Their latest release, “Hip Hop Messiah,” is more than just another club anthem; it’s a powerful statement about leadership, survival, and dominance in the African hip-hop […]

Odumodublvck’s ‘Industry Machine’ Tops Apple Music Nigeria: A New Era for Nigerian Rap 

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 October 2025

Nigerian rapper and songwriter Odumodublvck has once again proven his influence in the music scene with the release of his fifth studio album, Industry Machine, on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Within just a few hours of its release, the album climbed to the No. 1 spot on Apple Music Nigeria’s Top Albums chart, surpassing Adekunle […]

Tems Becomes First Nigerian Female Artist to Sell Over 10 million Units in the US 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 October 2025

Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems. Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has achieved another milestone in her fast-rising career. On September 30, 2025, Chart Data confirmed that her Grammy-winning single “WAIT FOR U” with Future and Drake has officially sold over 10 million units in the […]

Timi Dakolo Offers School Fee Support to Struggling Parents 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 September 2025

Timi Dakolo As schools reopen for the 2025/2026 academic session, many Nigerian families are grappling with the rising cost of education. From tuition and levies to uniforms and textbooks, the financial burden has left parents making difficult choices. Recognizing this struggle, Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has stepped forward with a timely gesture—offering to assist

Consistency and Creativity: Lessons from AY Zed’s Musical Journey 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 September 2025

Music producer Azuka Akaeze, better known as AY Zed For many young creatives, the journey to success is rarely smooth. Music producer Azuka Akaeze, better known as AY Zed, is a perfect example of how persistence pays off. Speaking about his rise in the industry, he admitted that there were moments when nothing seemed to […]