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MI Abaga calls Big Kala Nigeria’s hottest rapper
Nigeria’s legendary rapper MI Abaga praised rising star Odumodublvck, who has swiftly become one of Africa’s biggest rappers since breaking into the Nigerian music mainstream.
In a recent interview, MI Abaga was asked who he believes is the hottest Nigerian rapper right now, and the multi-award-winning artist gave that honor to Odumodublvck.
“The rapper at the top of the game right now is probably Odumodublvck. What I love about him is that he’s been such a uniting force, bridging the old school and new school, while also promoting rappers from his home city,” MI said.
“He’s unique, stands out, and I have a lot of respect and love for him,” MI Abaga added, acknowledging Odumodublvck’s distinctiveness in the rap scene.
Odumodublvck took to social media to celebrate the recognition from MI Abaga, a rapper he has frequently praised as one of Nigeria’s greatest.
I GOT A CO-SIGN FROM M.I. 🙏🏿❤️
– INDUSTRY MACHINE
— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) September 24, 2024
Since making waves with his breakout single “Picanto” featuring Zlatan, Odumodublvck has cemented his place as one of Nigeria’s most prolific hitmakers.
In 2022, he won the Headies award for Best Rap Song with his hit “Declan Rice” and claimed the Rookie of The Year award as one of the year’s biggest breakout stars.
His 2023 album *Eziokwu* has now spent over 50 weeks in the top 10 on Spotify Nigeria, setting a record for a rap project. Additionally, Odumodublvck recently earned a nomination for the 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards, further solidifying his status as one of Africa’s leading rappers