BACKGROUND
Rolling Stone Africa proudly announces Nigerian afropop sensation Davido (real name
David Adedeji Adeleke) as the cover star for their March/April issue. For over a decade,
Davido has continuously pushed the envelope of his artistry and played a significant role in
shaping the international repute of African music on the international stage with hits like “If”,
“Fall”, “Blow My Mind”, “Unavailable”, and more. His story is one of resilience,
determination, and boundless resolve from rising to prominence at the the age of 19 with
his classic track, “Dami Duro” to building his own record label where he nurtures emerging
talent.

“At the National Council for Arts and Culture of Nigeria we are delighted and excited to enter
into this wide-ranging alliance with Rolling Stone Africa. It is of course fitting that the launch
icon is Davido one of our Kings of Afrobeats and a global ambassador for Nigerian music,
culture and fashion sharing positive energy with his massive global audience. We are proud
of him, his journey and of all of our Ambassadors who continue to make Nigeria front page
news globally in music, film, fashion, literature, sports, comedy and more. Congratulations
to him on his 5th album and to Rolling Stone Africa on the relaunch and look out for
“Nigeria Everywhere” and other unique activations coming from us with Rolling Stone.” Said
Obi Asika, DG, NCAC.

“To inaugurate our partnership with the National Council for Arts and Culture in Nigeria
which will give birth to our monthly segment called Nigeria Everywhere we could not have
picked a better cover story than Davido. Davido has for years been a great ambassador of
Afrobeats and Nigerian culture globally and it is remarkable to witness what him and his
team have achieved in music and beyond constantly promoting panafricanism”. Said D.R.
Bellegarde Smeralda, CEO of Rolling Stone Africa.

The Rolling Stone Cover story zoom in on his journey beyond his numerous accolades and
primarily spotlights his role as the “The Fervent Man of the People” ahead of the release of
his fifth studio album, 5ive. From close collaborators to team members who have been with
him over the years, we hear about his impact on the lives of those around him as well as
gain exclusive insights into the making of 5ive.

ROLLING STONE AFRICA: AMPLIFYING AFRICAN STORIES
Launched in August 2024 with multiple offices across Africa, Rolling Stone Africa is
dedicated to celebrating African music, culture, and stories. The magazine is led by the
Mwankom Group via a joint venture with Penske Media Corporation (PMC), publisher of the
Rolling Stone brand.
Rolling Stone Africa offers in-depth features, exclusive interviews, and digital-first content,
ensuring a global audience stays connected with Africa’s evolving cultural landscape. The
magazine’s mission is to:

● Celebrate and promote African culture, music, and voices.
● Transcend borders and captivate international audiences.
● Inspire and uplift the continent’s creative youth.
A portion of Rolling Stone Africa’s proceeds goes toward charities supporting African
history preservation and children’s welfare, reinforcing its commitment to making a tangible
impact beyond entertainment. Follow Rolling Stone Africa on:

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