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Wizkid Hits 10 Billion Spotify Streams, First in Africa

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has shattered records by becoming the first African artiste to amass 10 billion streams on Spotify. This landmark achievement signals Afrobeats' global dominance. Read more about this historic feat!

Wizkid Surpasses 10 Billion Streams on Spotify

Nigerian superstar Wizkid has shattered records by becoming the first African artist to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify. This milestone cements his role in Afrobeats' global rise. Discover his journey to this historic feat.

Wizkid Declares Interest in Becoming Nigeria's President

Afrobeats superstar Wizkid shocks fans by declaring his intention to run for Nigeria's presidency and launching his own political party, the WPP, following a historic 10 billion Spotify streams milestone. Read the full story.

Actor Ijebu Spent N1.8 Trillion on Data in 2025

Yoruba actor Ijebu shocks fans by revealing he spent an estimated N1.8 trillion on internet data in 2025. The comic actor said the cost kept him awake at night. Read full story.

Detty December Sparks 55% Jump in Nigerian Music Streams

Spotify data shows a massive 55% local increase in Nigerian music streams during Detty December 2024. The festive homecoming drives a global listening surge, with Accra and Lagos as key hubs. Discover the anthems powering the season.

Nigeria's oil rigs stuck at 41 amid OPEC expansion

Nigeria's oil rig count remained flat at 41 in November, unchanged from 2024, while OPEC nations boosted activity by 7%. Discover the structural challenges holding back Africa's top producer.

Asian Markets Drift, Oil Up on Venezuela Blockade

Asian equities showed mixed performance as US jobs data failed to boost rate cut expectations. Oil prices surged over 1% after Trump ordered a blockade of Venezuelan tankers. Get the latest market analysis.

Asian Markets Retreat on US Jobs Data, Tech Worries

Asian markets extended losses Tuesday ahead of key US jobs data, with tech sector jitters and Fed rate cut uncertainty weighing on investor sentiment. Key indexes in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai all fell over 1%. Read the full analysis.

Nigeria's Inflation Eases to 14.45% in November

Nigeria's headline inflation rate fell to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from 16.05% in October. The National Bureau of Statistics attributes the moderation to CPI rebasing. Read the full analysis.

Chike Rewards Top Spotify Fan with Cash Gift

Nigerian singer Chike surprised a loyal fan with a cash gift after she streamed his music for over 36,000 minutes, making him her top artist on Spotify Wrapped 2025. Read the heartwarming story.

Africa Embraces Global-Standard Heritage Preservation

African institutions are partnering with the Arctic World Archive to safeguard priceless historical and digital records. This strategic move protects heritage and boosts global influence. Discover how Africa is securing its place in world memory.

Spotify Makes Afro-Adura Official, Seyi Vibez Tops Charts

Spotify officially recognises the Afro-Adura genre, once called 'trench music'. Seyi Vibez cements its rise as Nigeria's second-most-streamed artist in 2025. Discover the sound's journey from the streets to global playlists.

Wizkid's Morayo is Nigeria's top album of 2025

Wizkid's 2024 album 'Morayo' has become Nigeria's most-streamed project of 2025, dominating Apple Music and Spotify charts. Discover how the album achieved this historic feat.

FG Unveils Digital Farmers Registry for Food Security

The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.

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