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.
Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu announces gas pipeline repairs will restore electricity nationwide within 48 hours. Read the full details on the grid collapse and regional impacts.
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.
The Nigerian government has declared bandits and kidnappers as terrorist groups, ending ambiguous labels. A nationwide security emergency is declared to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.
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.
President Bola Tinubu has renamed the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, in honour of the late Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu has renamed the Federal University of Health and Medical Sciences, Azare, after the late Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi during a condolence visit to Bauchi State.
The Federal University Lokoja community is grieving after Favour, a 200-level Biotechnology student, died from a snake bite. Read the full story and the SUG's call for safety.
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.
Professor Daniel Nwachukwu is the new VC of Alex Ekwueme Federal University. He vows to tackle infrastructure, funding, and boost global rankings. Read his full agenda.
Augustine University in Epe pleads with LASEPA as loudspeakers from Ori Oke Iyanu disrupt studies and health. The VC reports a staff member hospitalized. Read the full story.
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.
The man accused of killing two students at Brown University and an MIT professor has been found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Read the full story on the investigation and the crucial tip that led police to him.
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!
President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education promotes 47 staff to professors, admits over 9,600 students, and injects N11.2bn into Oyo's economy. Read the full story.
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf approves the appointment of Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Northwest University. Discover her academic journey and the impact of this historic decision.
NLC and civil society led by Joe Ajaero and Omoyele Sowore protest nationwide over Nigeria's security crisis, ignoring President Tinubu's appeal. Details inside.
NLC protests surge in kidnappings & economic hardship after talks with President Tinubu collapse. See details of the Abuja & Lagos demonstrations.
President Bola Tinubu held an urgent meeting with NLC leaders and governors to address a planned nationwide protest against insecurity. Read the details and demands.
The Nigeria Labour Congress begins a national protest today over worsening insecurity. It warns an indefinite strike will follow if protesters are attacked. Read the full story.
The NLC warns of a total national shutdown if security forces or thugs attack peaceful protesters during the National Day of Protest and Mourning on December 17, 2025. Read the full statement.
Adekunle Ajasin University confirms over 1,116 students benefited from N144.5m NELFUND loans for tuition. VC also details new hostel projects to enhance campus safety. Read more.
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.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo commits to addressing unpaid salaries and gratuities at Ambrose Alli University, inherited from past administrations. Read the full story.
Federal Workers Forum pledges full support for NLC's December 17 protest over insecurity, poor governance, and unpaid wages. They demand settlement of 3-month arrears by year-end.
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.