The artist confirmed that he will now continue his career independently alongside his current management team, signaling the beginning of a new phase focused on greater artistic freedom and personal direction.

His exit from the label has already sparked conversations among fans and industry observers, especially considering the role the partnership played in helping him build visibility within Nigeria’s Afrobeats and street-pop scene.

During his time with Dapper Music, Bhadboi OML steadily grew his fanbase through a series of releases that strengthened his identity as one of the emerging voices in the contemporary Nigerian music landscape.

With independence now on the table, many believe the singer could explore a more flexible approach to his music, collaborations, release strategy, and overall creative expression without the structure of a traditional label system.

The development has generated mixed reactions online, with supporters praising his decision to take full control of his career, while others remain curious about what direction his sound and branding may take moving forward.

As attention shifts to his next move, industry watchers are expected to keep a close eye on how the singer navigates this new stage of his career independently.

🚨 BhadBoi OML parts ways with Dapper Music following the end of his contract, beginning his independent journey ✨ pic.twitter.com/wdTWzVnopu

— THE DEBUT HUB (@thedebuthub) May 27, 2026

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The renewed agreement was finalized during a signing ceremony held at the Dapper Group headquarters in Lagos, symbolizing a new chapter in a working relationship that has evolved alongside Balloranking’s rise within Nigeria’s contemporary Afrobeats and street-pop scene.

According to the company, the fresh deal comes with updated terms reflecting the growth recorded since the partnership began and also signals the start of another phase in the artist’s career, with a new project already in the works.

Since joining forces with Dapper Music in 2022, Balloranking has built a reputation as one of the more consistent voices in Nigeria’s fast-moving street-pop movement, gradually carving out a sound rooted in melody, emotional storytelling, and street-inspired themes.

Rather than chasing short-lived trends, the partnership between both parties has largely focused on steady development, helping the singer grow organically while maintaining the identity that first connected him with listeners.

Over the years, Balloranking has delivered multiple projects, collaborations, and performances that strengthened his position as an artist capable of blending commercial appeal with introspective songwriting.

Speaking on the renewed agreement, the Chief Executive Officer of Dapper Group, Damilola Akinwunmi, described the deal as more than just another contract extension, noting that it represents years of shared progress and trust.

“Re-signing Balloranking means more to us than adding a name to the roster; it’s a renewal of trust between an artist and a label that has grown together. Four years in, we’re not starting over; we’re building on everything we’ve already proven. The best of this partnership is still ahead.”

Balloranking also reflected on the decision to remain with the label, describing Dapper Music as a home that has supported his growth since the beginning of his journey.

“Dapper Music has been home from day one. We’ve grown together, won together, and there was never any question about staying. This isn’t just a new deal. It’s a promise to keep going harder. The streets haven’t seen the best of me yet.”

The announcement comes at a period when Dapper Group continues to expand its influence within Nigeria’s entertainment business ecosystem through operations spanning artist management, distribution, branding, live entertainment, and media services.

The company reportedly generates more than one billion streams annually across its network while accounting for an estimated eight per cent of Nigeria’s streaming market.

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The announcement places the Mavin Records singer among a select group of international artists chosen to showcase their talent on the acclaimed stripped-back performance platform, known for highlighting pure vocal ability and live musical craftsmanship.

For Ayra Starr, the invitation marks yet another step in her expanding international journey, as she continues to gain recognition far beyond Africa’s shores through chart success, global tours, and increasing award nominations.

Her inclusion on Tiny Desk reflects not only her rising influence but also the growing global appetite for African music within mainstream international spaces, particularly Afrobeats and its evolving fusion with pop and R&B sounds.

The series, which is celebrated for its intimate setup and live instrumentation, is expected to present a refreshed version of some of her biggest records, offering fans a closer look at her vocal depth and artistic range in a more organic performance setting.

At a time when Ayra Starr continues to enjoy strong global momentum with sold-out shows and expanding international visibility, the upcoming performance is seen as another defining moment in her career trajectory.

As Black Music Month highlights the global impact of Black artistry, her participation further underscores the increasing presence of African artists on prestigious world stages — a trend that continues to reshape modern music culture.

 

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Released as part of the build-up to the FIFA World Cup 2026 musical campaign, the track has now surpassed 20 million views in less than three days, a rapid rise that signals massive global interest.

The impressive streaming performance has also seen Dai Dai emerge as the most viewed FIFA 2026-related song on YouTube so far, placing it ahead of other official and unofficial tournament-linked releases currently circulating online.

The collaboration brings together two heavyweights from different musical worlds: Shakira, known for her long-standing influence in global pop and football anthems, and Burna Boy, one of Afrobeats’ most dominant international exports in recent years.

 

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Together, both artists deliver a high-energy crossover sound designed for stadium stages, global playlists, and large-scale sporting moments — a formula that has historically driven some of the biggest football tournament songs in history.

The strong opening numbers further underline how football-related music releases continue to gain instant traction worldwide, especially when powered by globally recognised stars with strong fanbases across continents.

With its current momentum, Dai Dai is already being tipped as one of the standout anthems leading into the 2026 World Cup cycle, with expectations of even bigger numbers in the coming weeks.

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The album has officially surpassed 500 million streams on the platform, marking a significant career achievement and further cementing Asake’s consistency in delivering commercially successful projects.

With this latest feat, Lungu Boy becomes his third album to cross the half-a-billion streaming mark on Spotify, placing him in elite company within the Nigerian music industry.

The milestone also positions Asake alongside Burna Boy as the only two Nigerian artists with multiple projects exceeding 500 million streams on Spotify, a reflection of their sustained global appeal.

🚨 Asake’s “Lungu Boy” has now crossed 500 MILLION streams on Spotify 🔥

— It becomes his 3RD project to surpass the mark on the platform 👏🏽 pic.twitter.com/Mk1q381fN9

— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) May 25, 2026

Since its release, Lungu Boy has continued to enjoy strong streaming momentum, driven by standout tracks that have resonated across multiple regions and kept the album active on major playlists months after launch.

The project also boasts an impressive list of international collaborations, featuring Wizkid, Travis Scott, Stormzy, Central Cee, and Ludmilla, further boosting its global reach.

Behind the sound of the album is a powerful production lineup including P.Priime, Magicsticks, Mike Dean, Sarz, and Sak Pase, all contributing to its rich blend of Afrobeats, hip-hop, and international influences.

Asake’s latest milestone further highlights his rapid rise in global music, with his catalog increasingly positioning him among the most-streamed African artists of his generation.

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The surprise drop strategy paid off massively, as all three projects stormed global streaming platforms and rewrote Billboard history in a single tracking week, cementing Drake’s grip on commercial music dominance.

In a historic achievement, Drake became the first artist ever to occupy the Top 3 positions on the Billboard 200 simultaneously. ICEMAN debuted at No. 1, followed closely by HABIBTI at No. 2 and MAID OF HONOUR at No. 3, a clean sweep that immediately set social media buzzing across the music industry.

ICEMAN led the charge with a staggering opening week, pulling in over 463,000 units and reportedly surpassing 462 million U.S. streams, making it the biggest streaming week of 2026 so far.

The milestone also marked Drake’s 15th No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, pushing him past Jay-Z for the most chart-topping albums by a solo male rapper, while placing him level with Taylor Swift among solo artists overall. Only The Beatles remain ahead in the all-time tally.

On the Billboard Hot 100, the Canadian star extended his dominance even further. His track “Janice STFU” debuted at No. 1, earning him his 14th Hot 100 chart-topper and officially breaking the long-standing record previously associated with Michael Jackson for the most No. 1 singles by a solo male artist.

Drake also continued to expand his overall presence on the Hot 100, now boasting a record 402 entries on the chart — the highest ever achieved by any artist.

The rapper’s impact for the week was so massive that he placed 42 songs simultaneously on the Hot 100, surpassing the previous record held by Morgan Wallen, who had 37 entries. He also extended his own record for the most Hot 100 Top 10 hits, which now stands at 90.

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— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) May 26, 2026

Across streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, the rollout turned into a global takeover, with Drake reportedly emerging as the most-streamed artist in a single day for 2026. ICEMAN also recorded the biggest album debut on streaming platforms this year.

More than a decade into his career, Drake’s latest achievement further reinforces his rare ability to dominate charts, streaming records, and global music culture all at once — a level of consistency few artists in history have ever matched.

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In a video shared on social media, the singer questioned why many churches and mosques have continued with regular preaching and activities while violence, fear, and economic struggles continue to affect citizens across the nation.

According to Spyro, religious gatherings at a time like this should go beyond routine sermons and focus more on addressing the realities facing Nigerians, especially the worsening security situation.

The singer stressed that both Christian and Muslim leaders have a responsibility to stand up for the people and challenge the government to take stronger action during difficult periods.

He argued that faith leaders hold enormous influence in society and should use their platforms to advocate for justice, protection, and accountability rather than remain silent while citizens struggle.

Spyro also expressed concern over how daily activities across the country appear to be continuing normally despite the tense atmosphere created by insecurity. He noted that the situation should ordinarily trigger greater national urgency and collective concern among citizens and leaders alike.

His remarks have since generated mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians agreeing with his position on the role of religious institutions during national crises, while others argued that spiritual centres are already doing their part through prayers and support for communities.

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Spyro calls out Nigerian spiritual leaders including Pastor Adeboye, Pastor Bolaji, Pastor David Oyedepo, Pastor Jerry Eze and for being silent over the rising ins£curity in Nigeria pic.twitter.com/fXBR0cLEch

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The global tour comes on the heels of the singer’s latest album, M$ney, released on May 1, 2026, a project that also marks a major career milestone as his first full-length release under his independent imprint, Giran Republic, in partnership with Empire.

According to the announcement, the 13-date run will take Asake across North America and Europe, with performances lined up in some of the world’s biggest arenas and entertainment venues.

The tour is scheduled to kick off on July 4, 2026, with a headline appearance at Afro Nation in Portimão, Portugal, before moving through cities such as Toronto, Brooklyn, Atlanta, Houston, London, and Paris.

South African DJ and performer Uncle Waffles will also join the singer on select North American dates as a special guest, adding more excitement to the already anticipated tour run.

Speaking about the upcoming shows, Asake explained that the performances would reflect the core themes behind M$ney, describing the experience as a celebration of gratitude, growth, and his evolving artistic journey. He also hinted at energetic stage productions inspired by the cultural influences that shaped the album.

The announcement arrives months after the success of his “Lungu Boy World Tour,” which included a sold-out concert at Madison Square Garden in 2024. This time, the singer is set to headline the iconic Barclays Center as part of the new tour schedule.

 

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2026 Asake “In God We Trust Tour” Dates & Venues

• July 4, 2026 — Portimão, Portugal — Afro Nation
• August 20, 2026 — Chicago, Illinois — Credit Union 1 Arena
• August 22, 2026 — Toronto, Ontario — Scotiabank Arena
• August 23, 2026 — Laval, Quebec — Place Bell*
• August 26, 2026 — Brooklyn, New York — Barclays Center
• August 27, 2026 — Lowell, Massachusetts — Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell*
• August 28, 2026 — Columbia, Maryland — Merriweather Post Pavilion
• August 30, 2026 — Atlanta, Georgia — State Farm Arena
• September 2, 2026 — Miami, Florida — James L. Knight Center
• September 4, 2026 — Houston, Texas — Toyota Center
• September 6, 2026 — Los Angeles, California — Greek Theatre
• October 15, 2026 — London, England — The O2
• October 24, 2026 — Paris, France — Accor Arena

Select dates featuring Uncle Waffles.

 

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From pop and hip-hop to Afrobeats, Latin music, K-pop, country, and R&B, several chart-topping artists walked away with major honours during the star-studded ceremony.

One of the biggest highlights of the night was the dominance of BTS, who emerged as one of the ceremony’s biggest winners after clinching the prestigious Artist of the Year award.

Other notable winners included Sabrina Carpenter, KATSEYE, Cardi B, Tyla, Bad Bunny, Shakira, and Kendrick Lamar, all of whom secured major wins across different categories.

The awards ceremony once again reflected the growing global influence of non-Western music genres, with Afrobeats, Latin music, and K-pop continuing to dominate conversations on the international stage.

Fans across social media also praised the diversity of this year’s winners, describing the ceremony as one of the most globally representative AMAs in recent years.

Full List:

Artist of the Year
Bad Bunny
Bruno Mars
WINNER: BTS
Harry Styles
Justin Bieber
Kendrick Lamar
Lady Gaga
Morgan Wallen
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift

New Artist of the Year
Alex Warren
Ella Langley
WINNER: KATSEYE
Leon Thomas
Olivia Dean
sombr

Album of the Year
Cardi B – AM I THE DRAMA?
Fuerza Regida – 111xpantia
Justin Bieber – SWAG
Lady Gaga – Mayhem
Morgan Wallen – I’m The Problem
Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving
Playboi Carti – MUSIC
WINNER: Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend
Tate McRae – So Close to What
Taylor Swift – The Life of a Showgirl

Song of the Year
Alex Warren – “Ordinary”
Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”
WINNER: HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami – “Golden”
Kehlani – “Folded”
Leon Thomas – “MUTT”
Morgan Wallen – “I’m The Problem”
Olivia Dean – “Man I Need”
Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
sombr – “back to friends”
Taylor Swift – “The Fate of Ophelia”

Collaboration of the Year
BigXthaPlug, Bailey Zimmerman – “All the Way”
David Guetta, Teddy Swims, Tones And I – “Gone Gone Gone”
Morgan Wallen, Tate McRae – “What I Want”
WINNER: PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson – “Stateside”
Shaboozey, Jelly Roll – “Amen”

Social Song of the Year
Disco Lines, Tinashe – “No Broke Boys”
PinkPantheress – “Illegal”
Role Model – “Sally, When the Wine Runs Out”
WINNER: Tyla – “CHANEL”
Zara Larsson – “Lush Life”

Best Music Video
WINNER: KATSEYE – “Gnarly”
ROSALÍA, Björk, Yves Tumor – “Berghain”
Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
Taylor Swift – “The Fate of Ophelia”
Tyla – “CHANEL”

Best Soundtrack
F1 The Album
Hazbin Hotel: Season Two
WINNER: KPop Demon Hunters
Wicked: For Good
Charli xcx – Wuthering Heights

Tour of the Year
Beyoncé – “Cowboy Carter Tour”
Kendrick Lamar, SZA – “Grand National Tour”
Lady Gaga – “The Mayhem Ball”
Oasis – “Oasis Live ‘25 Tour”
WINNER: Shakira – “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour”

Breakout Tour (New)
WINNER: Benson Boone – “American Heart World Tour”
Kali Uchis – “The Sincerely, Tour”
The Marías – “Submarine Tour”
Megan Moroney – “Am I Okay? Tour”
Sleep Token – “Even in Arcadia Tour”

Breakthrough Album of the Year (New)
Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving
sombr – I Barely Know Her
WINNER: Zara Larsson – Midnight Sun

Best Throwback Song (New)
4 Non Blondes – “What’s Up”
WINNER: Black Eyed Peas – “Rock That Body”
Goo Goo Dolls – “Iris”

Best Vocal Performance (New)
Alex Warren – “Ordinary”
WINNER: The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami – “Golden”
Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”
RAYE – “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!”
Sienna Spiro – “Die on this Hill”

Song of the Summer (New)
Alex Warren – “FEVER DREAM”
Bella Kay – “iloveitiloveitiloveit”
WINNER: BTS – “SWIM”
Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”
Harry Styles – “American Girls”
Noah Kahan – “The Great Divide”
PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson – “Stateside”
sombr – “Homewrecker”
Tame Impala, JENNIE – “Dracula”
Taylor Swift – “Elizabeth Taylor”

Best Male Pop Artist
Alex Warren
Benson Boone
Ed Sheeran
Harry Styles
WINNER: Justin Bieber

Best Female Pop Artist
Lady Gaga
Olivia Dean
WINNER: Sabrina Carpenter
Tate McRae
Taylor Swift

Breakthrough Pop Artist (New)
WINNER: KATSEYE
Sienna Spiro
Zara Larsson

Best Pop Song
Alex Warren – “Ordinary”
WINNER: HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami – “Golden”
Olivia Dean – “Man I Need”
Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
Taylor Swift – “The Fate of Ophelia”

Best Pop Album
Lady Gaga – Mayhem
Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving
WINNER: Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend
Tate McRae – So Close to What
Taylor Swift – The Life of a Showgirl

Country Categories

Best Male Country Artist
Jelly Roll
Luke Combs
WINNER: Morgan Wallen
Riley Green
Shaboozey

Best Female Country Artist
WINNER: Ella Langley
Kelsea Ballerini
Lainey Wilson
Megan Moroney
Miranda Lambert

Best Country Duo or Group
Brooks & Dunn
Old Dominion
Rascal Flatts
Treaty Oak Revival
WINNER: Zac Brown Band

Breakthrough Country Artist (New)
WINNER: Sam Barber
Tucker Wetmore
Zach Top

Best Country Song
BigXthaPlug, Bailey Zimmerman – “All the Way”
WINNER: Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”
Morgan Wallen – “Just in Case”
Russell Dickerson – “Happen to Me”
Shaboozey – “Good News”

Best Country Album
BigXthaPlug – I Hope You’re Happy
WINNER: Megan Moroney – Cloud 9
Morgan Wallen – I’m The Problem
Sam Barber – Restless Mind
Tucker Wetmore – What Not To

Hip-Hop Categories

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
Don Toliver
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar
Playboi Carti
Tyler, The Creator
YoungBoy Never Broke Again

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
WINNER: Cardi B
Doechii
GloRilla
Sexyy Red
YKNIECE

Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist (New)
EsDeeKid
WINNER: Monaleo
PLUTO

Best Hip-Hop Song
WINNER: Cardi B – “ErrTime”
Drake – “NOKIA”
Gunna, Burna Boy – “wgft”
Playboi Carti, The Weeknd – “Rather Lie”
YKNIECE, Quavo, Metro Boomin, Breskii – “Take Me Thru Dere”

Best Hip-Hop Album
WINNER: Cardi B – AM I THE DRAMA?
Don Toliver – OCTANE
Gunna – The Last Wun
Playboi Carti – MUSIC
YoungBoy Never Broke Again – MASA

R&B Categories

Best Male R&B Artist
WINNER: Bruno Mars
Chris Brown
Daniel Caesar
PARTYNEXTDOOR
The Weeknd

Best Female R&B Artist
Kehlani
Summer Walker
WINNER: SZA
Teyana Taylor
Tyla

Breakthrough R&B Artist
WINNER: Leon Thomas
Mariah the Scientist
Ravyn Lenae

Best R&B Song
WINNER: Bruno Mars – “I Just Might”
Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller – “It Depends”
Kehlani – “Folded”
Leon Thomas – “MUTT”
Mariah the Scientist – “BURNING BLUE”

Best R&B Album
WINNER: Bruno Mars – The Romantic
Justin Bieber – SWAG
Leon Thomas – MUTT
Mariah the Scientist – HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY
Summer Walker – Finally Over It

Latin Categories

Best Male Latin Artist
WINNER: Bad Bunny
Junior H
Peso Pluma
Rauw Alejandro
Tito Double P

Best Female Latin Artist
Gloria Estefan
KAROL G
Natti Natasha
ROSALÍA
WINNER: Shakira

Best Latin Duo or Group
Clave Especial
WINNER: Fuerza Regida
Grupo Firme
Grupo Frontera
Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda

Breakthrough Latin Artist (New)
Beéle
WINNER: Kapo
Netón Vega

Best Latin Song
WINNER: Bad Bunny – “NUEVAYoL”
benny blanco, Selena Gomez, The Marías – “Ojos Tristes”
Fuerza Regida – “Marlboro Rojo”
Fuerza Regida, Grupo Frontera – “ME JALO”
KAROL G – “LATINA FOREVA”

Best Latin Album
Fuerza Regida – 111xpantia
WINNER: KAROL G – Tropicoqueta
Netón Vega – Mi Vida Mi Muerte
Peso Pluma, Tito Double P – DINASTÍA
ROSALÍA – Lux

Rock Categories

Best Rock/Alternative Artist
Deftones
Linkin Park
The Marías
Sleep Token
WINNER: Twenty One Pilots

Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist (New)
Geese
Gigi Perez
WINNER: sombr

Best Rock/Alternative Song
Noah Kahan – “The Great Divide”
Linkin Park – “Up From the Bottom”
WINNER: sombr – “back to friends”
Sublime – “Ensenada”
Tame Impala – “Dracula”

Best Rock/Alternative Album
Sleep Token – Even in Arcadia
WINNER: sombr – I Barely Know Her
Tame Impala – Deadbeat
Twenty One Pilots – Breach
Zach Bryan – With Heaven on Top

Other Genre Categories

Best Dance/Electronic Artist
Calvin Harris
WINNER: David Guetta
Fred again..
ILLENIUM
John Summit

Best Male K-Pop Artist
ATEEZ
WINNER: BTS
ENHYPEN
Stray Kids
TOMORROW X TOGETHER

Best Female K-Pop Artist
aespa
BLACKPINK
ILLIT
LE SSERAFIM
WINNER: TWICE

Best Afrobeats Artist
Burna Boy
MOLIY
Rema
WINNER: Tyla
Wizkid

Best Americana/Folk Artist (New)
Lord Huron
The Lumineers
Mumford & Sons
WINNER: Noah Kahan
Tyler Childers

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The singer disclosed a recent conversation with media personalities Falz, VJ Adams, and Tope Olowoniyan, where he reflected on how overwhelming the experience was at the time.

Peruzzi admitted that the sudden change in his lifestyle even affected his personal relationship, saying he briefly neglected his girlfriend of seven years after meeting Davido, as his attention shifted to the rapid developments around his music journey.

According to him, the moment he linked up with the Afrobeats superstar, everything changed almost instantly, with back-to-back international trips and a new reality that felt surreal.

“I didn’t text her or nothing, I was with my guys enjoying life. First of all, I just met Davido, imagine this. You just met Davido. You met him today, tomorrow you are on a flight to Dubai. The next day you’re on a flight to Lebanon. I don’t understand, I’m calling who?. Why do you think, why, why, why? I’m enjoying something that has never happened to me in my life!,” he stated.

His remarks have since sparked conversations online about the fast-paced lifestyle that often comes with sudden fame in the Nigerian music industry, especially when emerging artists get connected to established stars.

 

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In an emotional statement, the respected music executive said the frequent occurrence of killings and violent attacks has gradually made citizens numb, with many people adjusting to what he described as a “darkness” hanging over the nation.

Cabasa criticised the government for what he believes is an inadequate response to the worsening security situation, stressing that authorities have failed to take decisive action despite the growing fears among citizens.

He also expressed disappointment over the way Nigerians often become divided whenever painful national issues arise, noting that conversations surrounding tragedy are quickly turned into political, ethnic, religious, or tribal arguments instead of collective calls for justice.

Referencing the recent killing of a teacher, the producer said public outrage surrounding the incident faded too quickly, describing the silence and acceptance that followed as disturbing.

According to him, the country risks losing its humanity if people continue to normalize violence without demanding accountability.

“it’s so sad now that we have gotten used to evil. Nigerians have gotten used to the k’||!ng. We have adjusted to the darkness that has covered this country. The government of the day is not taking action and it’s so sad that even when we are supposed to speak up people pick political divides; we make it religious, we make it ethnical and we make it tribal. An innocent teacher was b3hEAded and the next thing we keep adjusting.”

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“it’s so sad now that we have gotten used to evil. Nigerians have gotten used to the k’||!ng. We have adjusted to the darkness that has covered this country. The government of the day is not taking action and it’s so sad that even when we are supposed to speak up people pick… pic.twitter.com/Xns1PlYslZ

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Speaking during a recent podcast interview, the “Zulu Man With Some Power” crooner reflected on how Afrobeats has grown from a regional sound into a worldwide commercial force, pointing to Wizkid’s 2016 global collaboration with Canadian rapper Drake as a turning point.

According to him, the smash hit “One Dance” played a major role in changing international perception of African music and opened doors for a new wave of artists seeking global recognition.

Nasty C explained that after the success of the record, African music began receiving a massive boost in visibility and profitability, making the genre more attractive even beyond its original audience.

“Wizkid and Drake collaboration on ‘One Dance’ opened the door for African artists. After the collaboration, African music received a significant boost. During some of my interviews in Nigeria and Ghana, the hosts told me that some rappers were even switching to Afrobeats because of how lucrative it has become after Wizkid’s collaboration with Drake,” he said.

“Wizkid and Drake collaboration opened the door for African artistes”

– Nasty C pic.twitter.com/hJiNrVr0fv

— BASITO (@itzbasito) May 23, 2026

The rapper further noted that the ripple effect of that era continues to shape today’s Afrobeats dominance, as more African artists continue to break into global charts, festivals, and award platforms.

Over the years, One Dance has remained widely referenced as one of the landmark records that helped bridge Afrobeats with mainstream pop culture, paving the way for the genre’s current global expansion.

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