Tag: Afrobeats

Why I wear my late son’s clothes- Joseph Aloba

Joseph Aloba, father of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, says his late son was a friend with whom he shared things in common, which is why he is comfortable wearing his clothes. Joseph who was replying to his critics who wondered why he wore his late son’s clothes, said he wears his son’s clothes […]

Primeboy Files Petition Against Mohbad’s Widow For Wrong Accusation

Nigerian singer, Ibrahim Owodunni, aka Primeboy, a childhood friend of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, has filed a petition against Omowunmi, the widow of MohBad. Primeboy had been asked to visit the police every week since the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death started. In the petition filed through his lawyers and to […]

Global music revenues were up 10.2 percent in 2023

Global music revenues were up 10.2 percent last year to $28.6 billion, according to figures released today, but record firms are concerned over how to maintain growth in the streaming era. According to the annual report by International Federation of the Phonographic Industry which represents global record companies, the biggest artist in the world was […]

Mohbad’s family to conduct separate autopsy in US

The family of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad has revealed plans to conduct a separate autopsy and toxicology test as part of efforts to determine the cause of the deceased’s death. The head of the family’s legal team, Monisola Odumosu, who disclosed this said the family was planning to file an application at the […]

The autopsy results of Mohbad will be ready in the next four weeks

Director of the Lagos State DNA and Forensic Centre, Dr Richard Somiari, has said the results of an autopsy conducted on deceased singer Ilerioluwa Aloba (a.k.a Mohbad) would be ready in the next three or four weeks. Somiari gave the assurance on Wednesday while testifying during a coroner’s inquest into the death of the singer. […]

Why I don’t want to be labelled Afrobeats artist – Wizkid

Nigeria singer, Ayodeji Balogun, aka Wizkid, has revealed why he refuses to be labelled an Afrobeats artiste. He recently asked the public not to refer to him as an Afrobeats artiste. while announcing his forthcoming album titled ‘Morayo’. In a now-deleted post via his Instagram story, the 33-year-old singer said although he is African, he […]

CAF grants NFF’s late kick-off request for Super Falcons vs Bayana Banyana match

The Confederation of African Football (CAF), have granted Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) request to move the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament final qualifying fixture, first leg encounter between Nigeria and South Africa by one hour. A statement by Ademola Olajire, NFF’s Director of Communications on Wednesday in Abuja, quoted Ruth David, NFF’s Director of Competitions as […]

On Kai Cenat’s livestream, Davido unveils details of a new album

Grammy-nominated star, Davido, has shared that his next album is complete and ready to go.  During a live streaming session with Twitch star Kai Cenat who is currently on a tour of Nigeria, Davido shared that he has finished recording his next album and fans can expect 15 tracks with 6 guest appearances. Davido did […]

Kizz Daniel marks 10 years on stage with new EP, ‘Thanks Alot’

Chart-topping Nigerian music sensation Kizz Daniel has announced the release of a new EP titled ‘Thankz Alot’. According to the music act, the EP, comprising four tracks – including ‘Sooner’, ‘Showa’, ‘Too Busy to Be Bae’, and ‘Twe Twe’ – is an appreciation for the unwavering support from his fans, throughout his ten year career. […]

Billboard’s annual Women in Music event will Award Tems

Nigeria singer, Temilade Openiyi popularly known as Tems has been shortlisted to be awarded at the annual women in music event organised by Billboard. The “women in music” honour women from different music professions in various categories.  Tems will be awarded as Billboard’s Women In Music Breakthrough Artist honoree for the year on March 7 […]