Below are the nominees for the highly anticipated ceremony, which is scheduled to take place in Canada.

Album of the Year

• Catharsis — Fola
• Clarity of Mind — Omah Lay
• G.O.A.T — Erigga
• Morayo — Wizkid
• The Machine Is Coming — Odumodublvck
• This One Is Personal — Tiwa Savage
• No Sign of Weakness — Burna Boy

Best Rap Single

• 2:02PM in London — Odumodublvck
• ACL — Blaqbonez
• Man2Man — Dremo
• PDSTRN — Moshood
• Nkemakonam — Tuff King
• Wuse Tu — Zaylevelten, Mavo
• John Wick — Zhus Jdo

Song of the Year

• Arike — Kunmie
• Hey Jago — Poco Lee, Shoday & Rahman Jago
• Hot Body — Ayra Starr
• Joy Is Coming — Fido
• MMS — Asake & Wizkid
• With You — Davido & Omah Lay

Afrobeats Single of the Year

• Fun — Rema
• Jogodo — Asake & Wizkid
• Laho — Shallipopi
• With You — Davido & Omah Lay
• You — Fola
• Bundle by Bundle — Burna Boy

Best Performer (Live)

• Adekunle Gold — Live at the National Theatre, Lagos
• Asake — Red Bull Symphonic
• Ayra Starr — Global Citizen Festival 2025
• Johnny Drille — Johnny’s Room Live 6
• Ruger — Live at Indigo at The O2, London (2025)

Best R&B Album

• Before We Became Strangers — Kunmie
• Catharsis — Fola
• Qing Madi — I Am the Blueprint
• Love Is a Kingdom — Tems
• Reflection Station — Tay Iwar
• This One Is Personal — Tiwa Savage

Best Recording of the Year

• Arike — Kunmie
• Amaeya — How Do You?
• Rema — Baby (Is It a Crime)
• Omah Lay & Elmah — Coping Mechanism
• Davido & Omah Lay — With You
• Fola — You

Best Alternative Album

• SDC — Afrika Magik
• Sewa — Detox
• BOJ — Duplicity
• Wizard Chan — Healers Chapel
• Scottyolorin — Olorin Pack
• Zaylevelten — Then 1t Got Crazy

Digital Artiste of the Year

• Asake
• Ayra Starr
• BNXN
• Chella
• Fola
• Mavo
• Seyi Vibez
• Wizkid

Next Rated

• Fido
• Fola
• Llona
• Mavo
• Shoday

Best Male Artiste

• Adekunle Gold
• Asake
• Fola
• Mavo
• Rema
• Wizkid
• Burna Boy

Rookie of the Year

• Amma
• Danpapa GTA
• Firstklaz
• Kidd Carder
• NO11
• Priesst
• OG Abbah

Best R&B Single

• 6:35 — Layefa
• How Do You? — Amaeya
• I Love You — Amma
• What You Need — Tems
• Winter & Summer — Magixx
• You4Me — Tiwa Savage

Songwriter of the Year

• Adekunle Gold — Many People
• Victony — Cough Syrup (w/ BNXN)
• Wizard Chan — Time Traveler
• Fola — Who Does That?
• Kunmie — Arike
• Amaeya — How Do You?

Best Vocal Performance (Female)

• Layefa — 6:35
• Amaeya — How Do You?
• Sewa — Lagos Lovin
• Qing Madi — Scumbag
• Liya — Skin to Skin
• Tiwa Savage — You4Me

Best Inspirational Single

• Sunmisola Agbebi & Yinka Okeleye — Amioluwa
• Lawrence Oyor — Favour
• Sinach — Idinma (You Are Good)
• Emma OMG — Ko’rin Iyin (I Will Praise You)
• Gaise Baba & Lawrence Oyor — No Turning Back II
• Mercy Chinwo — We Move

Best Vocal Performance (Male)

• Adekunle Gold — I’m Not Done
• Flavour — Orente
• Magixx — Summer & Winter
• Odeal — Patience
• Syemca — Love Egbugomo
• Tay Iwar — Bad Belle

Producer of the Year

• Magicsticks — Jogodo
• P. Priime — MMS
• Ragee — Hot Body
• Sarz — Getting Paid
• Tempoe — With You

Best Collaboration

• CKay & Mavo — Body (Danz)
• Mavo & Wave$tar — Escaladizzy
• Poco Lee, Shoday & Rahman Jago — Hey Jago
• Odumodublvck & Victony — Pity This Boy
• Davido & Omah Lay — With You
• Mr Eazi & King Promise — See What We’ve Done
• Chief Priest & Spyki — Finally

Songwriter of the Year

• Adekunle Gold — Many People
• Victony — Cough Syrup (w/ BNXN)
• Wizard Chan — Time Traveler
• Fola — Who Does That?
• Kunmie — Arike
• Amaeya — How Do You?

Afrobeats Album of the Year

• 5ive — Davido
• Captain — BNXN
• Clarity of Mind — Omah Lay
• Fuji — Adekunle Gold
• Morayo — Wizkid
• No Sign of Weakness — Burna Boy

Best Female Artist

• Ayra Starr
• Qing Madi
• Sewa
• Tems
• Teni
• Tiwa Savage

Lyricist on the Roll

• Blaqbonez — ACL
• Dremo — Man2Man
• Modenine — If You Like Gym (w/ Odumodublvck)
• PDSTRN — Moshood
• Ycee — Man2Man Remix (w/ Dremo)

Best Rap Album

• Tuff King — Black Sheepizen (The 13th Disciple)
• A-Q — GE3 (The Beginning)
• Erigga — G.O.A.T
• JeriQ — King
• Blaqbonez — No Excuses
• Odumodublvck — The Machine Is Coming

Best Street-Hop Artiste

• Famous Pluto — Na Scra
• Kashcoming — All My Money
• Poco Lee — Hey Jago (w/ Shoday & Rahman Jago)
• Seyi Vibez — Shaolin
• Shallipopi — Laho
• Tuff King — Nkemakonam
• Rybeena — Gaddem (w/ Shoday)

International Artiste of the Year

• Ciara
• Dave
• Gunna
• Jazmine Sullivan
• Shenseea
• Tiakola

Best Southern African Artist

• ​Ciza 🇿🇦
• ​DJ Maphorisa 🇿🇦
• ​Jazzwrld 🇱🇸
• ​Kabza De Small 🇿🇦
• ​Tyla 🇿🇦
• ​Uncle Waffles 🇸🇿

​Music Video of the Year

• ​Director Pink — 10 Kilo
• ​TG Omori — Afroculture
• ​DK — Bundle by Bundle
• ​Jyde Ajala — Wizard Chan
• ​Meji Alabi — Who’s Dat Girl
• ​Dammy Twitch — With You

​Best Alternative Song

• ​Cyk Baddie — Luwa.mp4 & Jeleel!
• ​Sewa — Lagos Lovin
• ​Wizard Chan — Oliver
• ​Blnde — Omo To Sexy
• ​Wave$tar — Prada Baby
• ​Obongjayar — Sweet Danger
• ​Chief Priest, Boypee & Zoro Swagbag — Summer Adina

Best West African Artiste

• ​Black Sherif 🇬🇭
• ​Himra 🇨🇮
• ​KiDi 🇬🇭
• ​King Promise 🇬🇭
• ​Moliy 🇬🇭
• ​Wally B. Seck 🇸🇳
• ​Stonebwoy 🇬🇭

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According to Spotify’s 2025 Wrapped data for Nigeria, the song led all others in terms of shares across both private and public digital spaces, underlining its wide appeal and emotional pull among listeners.

Beyond chart positions, the data provides a broader picture of how Nigerians engage with music. Spotify noted that sharing songs has become a deeply social act, with music serving as a quiet but powerful way to stay connected.

“It also reflects a broader trend in which Nigerians use music as a personal handshake in song form, a way to say, ‘I’m thinking of you’, without typing a word.”

Following closely at number two was Rema’s “Fun,” which gained massive traction on Snapchat and Instagram platforms, where music sharing is closely tied to personal expression and identity.

“Listeners suggest that sharing the song is less about private messaging and more about identity performance.”

The most shared Spotify track in Nigeria (2025):

With You — Davido ft. Omah Lay pic.twitter.com/Dyp8UmwKwP

— THE DEBUT HUB (@thedebuthub) December 3, 2025

Burna Boy’s Love claimed the third spot, spreading rapidly across Snapchat, Instagram stories, and WhatsApp. The track became a favourite for users looking to express emotions publicly, moving easily between group chats and social feeds.

Listeners noted that the song carried a shared emotional warmth, making it easy to pass along. Gospel music also featured prominently on the list, with Lawrence Oyor’s Favour ranking fourth, while No Turning Back II by Gaise Baba and Lawrence Oyor placed fifth.

These faith-based tracks highlighted the strong presence of spirituality in Nigeria’s digital culture. They were widely circulated through WhatsApp groups, SMS messages, and story feeds, often shared for encouragement, reassurance, and collective reflection.

Spotify’s report further revealed that social listening tools such as Blend, Friends Mix, and collaborative playlists played a major role in shaping listening habits in 2025. Rather than simply enhancing the experience, these features turned music into a shared ritual.

Jam sessions in Nigeria surged by 145 per cent compared to 2024, as friends, couples, work teams, and social circles embraced real-time listening as a new way to bond. The focus shifted from the songs themselves to the moments they created together.

It became less about the songs themselves and more about the shared experience they created, a reminder that community is often built in the smallest moments.

“In 2025, every forwarded song, shared link or story post tells the same story. ‘Music is a social glue, a mirror of mood, a bridge across private and public spaces, and a thread weaving individuals into community.’”

Industry observers say the sharing patterns explain why some songs travelled faster and farther than others. According to them, Nigerians share music not just for entertainment, but to feel connected, express identity, uplift one another, and ultimately, belong.

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The road to the 2026 Grammy Awards has begun, and Nigerian gospel sensation Gaise Baba is proudly flying the flag for faith-inspired music.

The singer has officially submitted his chart-topping hit, “No Turning Back II” featuring Lawrence Oyor, for consideration in the Best African Music Performance category.

Gaise Baba announced in a heartfelt post on his social media pages, sharing his excitement about the milestone. The move marks a major moment not only for him but for Nigeria’s thriving gospel community, which continues to make waves beyond the church walls.

“No Turning Back II” by Gaise Baba, featuring Lawrence Oyor, is a powerful declaration of unwavering commitment to following Jesus. A modern reimagining of the classic hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus.”

From deep conviction to global resonance 🌍

No Turning Back II by Gaise Baba ft. Lawrence Oyor

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION – Best African Music Performance#NoTurningBackII #GaiseBaba #LawrenceOyor #GRAMMYs #FYC #AfroGospel pic.twitter.com/8CJkhFBjuQ

— Gaise Baba (@gaisebaba) October 6, 2025

The spiritually charged single has become more than just a song, it’s a movement. Upon release, it made history as the highest-charting gospel song ever on Nigeria’s TurnTable Top 100, peaking impressively at No. 1.

The song’s success comes on the heels of Lawrence Oyor’s solo breakout hit “Favour,” which dominated airwaves in early 2025. Together, both records highlight a new era where gospel music is not only spiritually uplifting but also commercially viable — bridging faith and mainstream culture like never before.

As anticipation builds for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, set to take place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, Gaise Baba joins a growing list of Nigerian artists vying for international recognition. Last year, Tems made history by winning the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance with her soulful anthem “Love Me Jeje.”

This year’s submission lineup already features some of Africa’s finest, including Wizkid’s “Piece of My Heart,” Burna Boy’s “Love,” and Ayra Starr’s “Gimme Dat” ft. Wizkid — a clear testament to how deeply African music continues to resonate on the global stage.

From Lagos to Los Angeles, the momentum is building. As Gaise Baba’s “No Turning Back II” enters the Grammy race, fans and believers alike are watching closely — hopeful that this faith-driven anthem will not only inspire hearts but also make history on music’s biggest night.

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In a testament to the unstoppable global rise of Afrobeats, Spotify has released its Top 30 most streamed Nigerian songs worldwide for the first half of 2025, and it highlights just how far the country’s music has traveled.

Rema leads the pack with the sensational hit “Baby (Is It a Crime),” securing the No. 1 spot as the most streamed Nigerian track across the globe. Not far behind is Shallipopi, whose viral anthem “Laho” claims the second position, underscoring his ascent as a breakout star of the year.

Davido emerges as the artist with the most entries on the list, seven in total, further affirming his influence on the global stage. His track “With You,” featuring Omah Lay, sits at No. 3, while “Be There Still” makes it to No. 10.

Meanwhile, Burna Boy continues to solidify his international appeal with solo and collaborative tracks, including “TaTaTa” alongside American superstar Travis Scott, which lands at No. 5. He also appears on “WE PRAY – TWICE Version,” a global collaboration featuring Coldplay, TWICE, Elyanna, TINI, and Little Simz.

Ayra Starr also holds her ground with two major entries, the solo single “All the Love” and “Gimme Dat” featuring Wizkid. The chart also includes appearances from Asake, ODUMODUBLVCK, Chella, Fireboy DML, and a surprising faith-inspired hit from Lawrence Oyor titled “Favour.”

This mid-year ranking reaffirms Nigeria’s stronghold in the global streaming space and reflects the evolving fusion of Afrobeats with global pop, R&B, hip-hop, and even K-pop influences.

Top 30 Most Streamed Nigerian Songs Globally (Jan–Jun 2025)

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This marks a significant milestone not just for the artists but for gospel music in Nigeria’s contemporary music space.

A modern reimagining of the classic hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”, No Turning Back II fuses uplifting spiritual themes with vibrant, dance-ready production.

Its infectious sound and message of unwavering faith have resonated widely — especially on TikTok, where it sparked a viral movement that propelled the song into mainstream visibility.

This chart-topping success follows the earlier impact of Lawrence Oyor’s solo hit Favour, which gained massive traction in Q1 of 2025. Together, both songs reflect a new wave of gospel music crossing over into pop culture and reshaping the genre’s commercial relevance.

What was once considered niche is now national. The popularity of gospel music is resurging, driven largely by social media platforms like TikTok, which are helping a new generation connect to faith-based content in fresh, relatable ways.

Data backs the movement:

• Gospel music streaming among Nigerian Gen Z on Spotify skyrocketed by 1228% between 2022 and 2024.
• Christian podcast streams rose by 482% in the same period.

This digital revival signals a powerful shift — gospel music is no longer confined to Sunday mornings or church pews. It’s now a vibrant part of everyday life, soundtracking everything from morning commutes to viral trends.

And with hits like No Turning Back II, Gaise Baba, and Lawrence Oyor are not just breaking records —they’re blazing a trail for gospel’s new golden age.

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Together, the duo crafts a soul-deep anthem that boldly declares a one-way journey with Jesus—no compromises, no regrets, and absolutely no turning back.

A sequel to his widely received original, No Turning Back II amplifies the message with greater emotional depth, spiritual clarity, and raw authenticity. Gaise Baba’s passionate delivery finds powerful synergy with Lawrence Oyor’s distinctive devotional cadence, creating a musical altar where surrender, purpose, and worship meet.

“I can never turn back o… It’s already too late o… It won’t make sense o… Where am I going to?”

These piercing lyrics echo the resolve of a believer who has seen too much, come too far, and knows too deeply the reality of divine purpose to ever retreat.

 

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The production—stripped down but impactful—fuses contemporary gospel vibes with traditional worship roots, creating an intimate and reverent atmosphere. It’s the kind of song that plays softly in moments of quiet reflection or booms loudly as a bold confession of spiritual allegiance.

Beyond a song, No Turning Back Remix is a movement of surrendered hearts. It’s for the believer who’s felt the pressure to give up but chooses to stay.

This song is the answer for those asking questions, wrestling with delay, or facing resistance: you’ve come too far to turn back now.

Perfect for prayer sessions, worship playlists, personal devotions, or quiet car rides, this track is more than just melody—it’s a spiritual reset, a declaration, and a reminder that the mission remains, even when the road gets tough.

As Gaise Baba and Lawrence Oyor remind us, “Following Jesus is a one-way street.” And in 2025, No Turning Back II is the anthem that puts that journey into words—and song.

Listen to “No Turning Back II” here.

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The Nigerian music industry is already setting the pace for what promises to be another eventful year, with top artists making their mark on the charts.

Leading the pack is Rema, whose latest single ‘Baby (Is It A Crime)’ has emerged as the most-streamed Nigerian song of 2025 on Spotify.

Released on February 7, 2024, after weeks of anticipation, the track samples ‘Is It A Crime’ from British band Sade’s classic album ‘Promise,’ blending nostalgia with Rema’s signature Afrobeats fusion.

Within just three weeks of release, the song has amassed over 14 million streams, making it the leading Nigerian hit of the year so far.

Following closely behind is OdumoduBlvck’s ‘Pity This Boy,’ featuring Victony, which has already racked up an impressive 7.5 million streams.

The track’s success adds to what has been a remarkable start to 2025 for the rapper, who recently earned eight nominations at the 17th Headies, including a nod for Next Rated.

Gospel sensation Lawrence Oyor has also made a significant impact with his uplifting track ‘Favour,‘ which has resonated with audiences, accumulating 6.6 million streams. Asake, known for his consistent hit-making ability, kicked off the year with ‘Why Love,’ which currently stands at 3.2 million streams.

Other songs rounding out the top 10 include Ayra Starr’s ‘All The Love‘ and Burna Boy’s latest single, which serves as a preview to his eagerly awaited eighth studio album, ‘No Signs of Weakness.’

With Nigerian artists already dominating streaming charts, 2025 is shaping up to be another groundbreaking year for Afrobeats and the global influence of Nigerian music.

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• Headies Awards 2025: Gospel music stars shine in nomination list

The 17th edition of the prestigious Headies Awards has recognized the impact of gospel music, with several top gospel artists earning nominations in key categories.

The nomination list, released on Wednesday, February 12, features prominent gospel singers such as Mercy Chinwo, Dunsin Oyekan, Lawrence Oyor, and Tope Alabi, all vying for the Best Inspirational Single of the Year award.

Lawrence Oyor, who made headlines in January 2025 when his song ‘Favour‘ became the most-streamed track on Spotify with 2.9 million streams, received a nomination for his collaboration with Dunsin Oyekan on ‘Worthy of My Praise.’ Tope Alabi and Gaise Baba were nominated for their inspiring song ‘Particularly,’ while Mercy Chinwo secured a spot with her uplifting single ‘You Do This One.’

In addition to gospel music, the nomination list also highlighted some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars, including Davido, Burna Boy, Wizkid, and recent Grammy winner Tems. The selection process considered songs released between April 1, 2023, and July 31, 2024.

With this year’s nominations reflecting a diverse range of musical talents, fans eagerly await the award ceremony, which promises to be a celebration of excellence across multiple genres.

 

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Renowned gospel singer and worship leader Lawrence Oyor has set a new record in the Nigerian music industry as his latest song, ‘Favour,’ becomes the most streamed Nigerian track of 2025 on Spotify.

According to official data from the music streaming platform, ‘Favour‘ concluded January with an outstanding 2.9 million streams. This achievement is particularly remarkable as it surpasses popular Afrobeats songs that have traditionally dominated Spotify and other major streaming services in Nigeria.

Reacting to the milestone, Lawrence Oyor expressed his gratitude in a brief but powerful statement: “Interesting. Glory to God.” His response reflects his unwavering faith and appreciation for the success of the song.

The rise of ‘Favour‘ signals a growing shift in the Nigerian music landscape, with gospel music gaining more traction among listeners.

The song’s dominance on Spotify not only highlights Oyor’s impact but also marks a significant moment for gospel music in Nigeria, challenging the long-standing influence of Afrobeats on the charts.

Interesting. Glory to God

— Lawrence Oyor (@lawrenceoyor) February 1, 2025

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