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Nigerian music is once again dominating the world stage as the 68th Grammy Awards countdown gets underway. The countdown to the 68th Grammy Awards has begun, with Nigerian music once again taking center stage on the global scene. Five Nigerian musicians are nominated and competing for the most prestigious awards in music at the ceremony, which is scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The event will highlight Nigeria’s growing prominence in the global music scene. 1. Burna Boy: With two nominations, he leads the pack and solidifies his place among Africa’s most dependable…

Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s son, Femi Kuti, has rejected comparisons to other musicians in favour of honouring his father’s legacy. Femi Kuti, son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has called for respect for his father’s legacy, dismissing comparisons to other artists. Femi emphasised that Fela is in a class by himself while speaking from Los Angeles, where he will accept Fela’s posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Femi expressed disappointment over the controversy surrounding the debate between Wizkid and Seun Kuti at the time of the remarks.  In response to Seun Kuti’s criticism of him and his fans…

In response to remarks made by Kunle Afolayan, filmmaker Funke Akindele has discussed movie promotion tactics in Nigeria.  Filmmaker Funke Akindele has addressed movie promotion strategies in Nigeria, following comments by Kunle Afolayan.  Afolayan had complained that he found it exhausting to have to dance to promote films. “It is exhausting,” he remarked. If you can assure me that I won’t need to dance to sell the movie, I’d like to make it. Afolayan also criticised the increasing fixation with box office receipts, arguing that large box office receipts are meaningless if artists do not profit financially. “The competition is nonexistent.…

In honour of the late Afrobeat pioneer, David Adeleke, better known by his stage name Davido, joined the Fela Anikulapo-Kuti family at the GRAMMY Honours Party in Los Angeles. Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has joined the Fela Anikulapo-Kuti family at the GRAMMY Honours Party in Los Angeles, held in celebration of the late Afrobeat pioneer. Fela became the first African artist to receive the GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award after his death. Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, posted videos to Instagram that featured the singer at the event with Fela’s kids, Femi and Yeni Kuti, as well…

Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar’s suspension has been lifted by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has lifted the suspension of Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar. The troubled actress has been suspended indefinitely by the AGN leadership since October 2024 due to allegations of defamation against her coworkers and well-known Nigerians. According to the guild, a two-year investigation conducted by a panel it formed revealed Halima Abubakar’s guilt. As a result, she was prohibited from taking part in any AGN events or film projects during this time. Emeka Rollas, the departing national president of AGN, reportedly…

According to the BBC, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, the legendary Afrobeat pioneer, will receive a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards nearly three decades after his death, marking a historic first for an African musician. Legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti is set to receive a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards, nearly three decades after his death, marking a historic first for an African musician, according to the BBC. Fela, widely regarded as the architect of Afrobeat, receives recognition at a time when African music is gaining global recognition, following the worldwide success of Afrobeats and…

Here is a list of nominees in the major categories for the 68th Grammy Awards, which will be presented on Sunday in Los Angeles. Rapper Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees with nine, followed by Lady Gaga with seven, and a trio of artists tied at six — Bad Bunny, pop princess Sabrina Carpenter and R&B singer-songwriter Leon Thomas. Album of the Year “Debi Tirar Mas Fotos” – Bad Bunny “Swag” – Justin Bieber “Man’s Best Friend” – Sabrina Carpenter “Let God Sort Em Out” – Clipse (Pusha T & Malice) “Mayhem” – Lady Gaga “GNX” – Kendrick Lamar “Mutt” –…

The new president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Abubakar Yakubu, has appointed Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) star cum actress, Tega Dominic, as special adviser on sexual harassment to the guild. It was reported that the AGN announced Tega’s appointment in an Instagram story post on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Reacting to the development, Tega, who shared her appointment letter on Instagram, outlined her commitment. She stated, “My commitment is clear: education, awareness, and accountability, zero tolerance for sexual harassment, protection and support for survivors, safe and confidential reporting systems, and a culture of unwavering respect.” Tega rose to prominence…

Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake are set to headline the Afro Nation 2026 festival in Portugal. The organisers shared the full lineup on X, showcasing a mix of leading Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall, and amapiano stars. The organisers wrote, alongside the line-up poster, “PHASE 3 IS HERE. Legacy energy meets Afro Nation debuts. This is the sound of summer beginning to take shape. The three-day festival will take place from July 3 to July 5, 2026, at Praia da Rocha Beach in Portimão, Portugal. The festival will begin on July 3 with Burna Boy and South African celebrity Tyla,…

Actor and producer Yekini Ibrahim, popularly known as Iteledicon, has announced that his film “Koleoso” has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube, a first for a Nollywood title and African movie. Ibrahim took pride in his accomplishment and thanked his team, family, and supporters in an Instagram post. He explained that the accomplishment was evidence of diligence, perseverance, and inventiveness. “History. Record. Legacy,” he wrote. Koleoso hits 100million + views. overall. Officially, this is the first Nollywood film and the first African film to reach this milestone together on YouTube. Yes, just one title. Just one tale. Just one motion. “Difficult…