AG Baby shares thoughts on the new national anthem

• Adekunle Gold questions choice of national anthem

Nigerian Afrobeat artist AG Baby has sparked a national conversation by expressing his preference for Timi Dakolo’s song “Great Nation” over the recently reinstated national anthem.

This follows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s signing of the National Anthem Bill 2024, which reintroduced the old national anthem, drawing widespread criticism from Nigerian citizens who argue that it overlooks the country’s ongoing economic challenges.

Adekunle Goldtook to social media on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, to question whether Timi Dakolo’s “Great Nation” would have been a better choice for the national anthem.

In a tweet, he wrote, “No one thought Timi Dakolo’s Great Nation makes a better anthem?”

The singer’s comment has sparked discussions among fans, with many weighing in on the appropriateness of both anthems in reflecting the nation’s spirit and challenges.

No one thought Timi Dakolo’s Great Nation makes a better anthem?

— BIG FISH 🦈 (@adekunleGOLD) May 29, 2024

In other news, Adekunle Gold has shared a rare glimpse into the emotional side of music-making, revealing a career regret that has surprised many fans.

On Sunday, May 26, 2024, AG Baby responded candidly to a fan’s question on social media about whether there were any of his songs that he regretted making. In an unexpected revelation, Adekunle Gold admitted that he feels regretful about one of his tracks, specifically citing “Ready.”

“Ready,” which was part of his debut album Gold, released in 2016, was an attempt to replicate the success of his hit song “Pick Up.” However, the singer confessed that the song did not meet his expectations and has haunted him ever since.