2025 Nigerian Music: Top 10 Defining Moments
From Grammy wins to explosive rap feuds and historic tours, we rank the 10 moments that defined Nigerian music in 2025. Relive the year's biggest highlights.
From Grammy wins to explosive rap feuds and historic tours, we rank the 10 moments that defined Nigerian music in 2025. Relive the year's biggest highlights.
Grammy-nominated star Davido met President Julius Maada Bio in Freetown and headlined a sold-out beach concert as part of his 5ive Alive World Tour. Read more about his growing role as a cultural ambassador.
An ADC chieftain in Katsina State has slammed Governor Dikko Radda's recent tour, calling it a premature campaign jamboree with deceptive empowerment schemes. Get the full details and the government's response here.
A Nigerian lady visited the iconic Mercedes-Benz-shaped house in Delta State, sharing her TikTok tour. The unique building is a known Nollywood film location.
Grammy winner Burna Boy emotionally addresses the backlash from the viral sleeping fan incident at his Colorado show, defending his actions during his Toronto tour stop. Read his full statement.
Lagos State, First Bank, Swedish Government & others sponsor the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos, Jan 7-11, 2026. Theme: 'Unstoppable Africa'. Read the full schedule.
Afrobeats superstar Davido delivered a historic performance for his 5ive Alive Tour in Abuja's Eagle Square on December 20, 2025, creating a night of pure musical magic and connection.
Afrobeats star Burna Boy addresses his 'cancellation' during a sold-out Toronto show, amid backlash from viral incidents and tour date cancellations. Read the full story.
A deep dive into The Weeknd's $600 million fortune in 2025. We break down his earnings from the $1B tour, music catalogue deal, and path to billionaire status.
Abuja's Eagle Square erupted as Heineken powered Davido's 5ive Alive Tour on December 14. Thousands witnessed a night of hits, premium activations, and festive spirit. Relive the magic!
Ondo PDP criticizes Governor Aiyedatiwa's thank-you tour as a governance failure, while APC defends it as accessible leadership. Get the full details on the political clash.
Rwanda's First Lady, Jeannette Kagame, was spotted enjoying Davido's electrifying performance at the sold-out BK Arena in Kigali. The Nigerian superstar's 5iveAlive Tour stop created a memorable night of cultural exchange and high-energy Afrobeats.
A viral photo from Burna Boy's 'No Sign of Weakness' tour showing his underarms has ignited a fierce online debate about masculinity and personal hygiene. See fan reactions.
Afrobeats superstar Davido reveals a packed 2026 schedule featuring his historic debut at Coachella, new music, and his ongoing '5IVE Alive Tour'. Discover his plans for global domination.
Spotify Wrapped 2025 reveals surprising music blends among Nigerian listeners, mixing gospel and secular tracks. Gospel artist Dunsin Oyekan reacts to the trend. Find out how to check your own Wrapped.
Veteran rapper IllBliss hails Jeriq's branding strategy as a game-changer. Discover how the 'Iyoo Cartel' is setting a new standard for music, merch, and digital hustle in Nigeria's competitive scene.
Popstar Example faces backlash after telling a pregnant, disabled fan to stand up at his London O2 Arena show, calling her 'stupid'. Read the full story and fan reactions here.
Big Bimi becomes Nigeria's first hype man to complete a nationwide university tour, drawing massive crowds and redefining entertainment. Read about his groundbreaking journey and awards.
Ed Sheeran gets raw about marital strain & fatherhood guilt on his 'Play' deluxe edition. Discover the emotional lyrics about his wife Cherry Seaborn. Read more!
Nigerian Juju star Samson Adegoke and his Awarawa Melody Band embark on a six-month UK tour from Nov 2025. Experience cultural promotion and new music. Don't miss out!
Burna Boy faces real consequences as US tour dates get cancelled following Denver incident where he ejected sleeping fan. Is this Nigeria's first real cancellation?
Nigerian music star Davido sends strong message to rivals as Burna Boy faces controversy and reported tour cancellations in the United States. Read full details.
Burna Boy's 'No Sign of Weakness Tour' faces major setbacks as five US arena shows are cancelled following viral incident with sleeping fan and ticket sales slump.
Discover how Tems transformed from Lagos rebel producer to global music icon with $5 million net worth in 2025. Explore her revenue streams and career milestones.
Singer Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino, opens up about suffering a stroke and a hole in his heart, leading to his 2024 tour cancellation. Discover his health journey and message to fans.
Award-winning singer Davido has revealed he is working on a new album set for a 2026 release. The announcement came during his private 33rd birthday celebration in Atlanta.
Discover what EDM music really means, its fascinating history, popular subgenres, and how Afro-EDM is transforming Nigeria's music scene. Learn the difference between EDM and other music styles.
Teni boldly stated at Entertainment Week Africa 2025 that no male artist can outperform female singers. Join the conversation about gender equality in African music.
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage exposes industry challenges female artists face, revealing she lost endorsement for refusing sexual advances. Read her powerful story.
Ariana Grande reveals her 2026 Eternal Sunshine tour will be her final performance as a singer, transitioning to full-time acting. Discover her future plans and new film projects.