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• Top 20 Greatest Nigerian Rap Albums

  14-07-2026 21:40 via thenet.ng
  
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  Determining the greatest Nigerian rap album of all time is a debate that has continued for years. The discussion remains difficult because Nigerian hip-hop has never followed a single formula; it has grown through different eras, cultures, languages, and artistic approaches.Some fans value lyricism and technical ability, while others consider cultural influence, com
  
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• How I signed Wizkid through Banky W – Akon

  14-07-2026 18:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabSenegalese-American music star Akon has opened up about his role in Wizkid’s early career, revealing that he signed the Nigerian singer after Banky W introduced the then-rising talent to him during a visit to Nigeria.Akon, who appeared in a recent interview with Shade Room, dismissed claims that he discovered Wizkid, insisting that the credit belongs to Banky W, who had already nurtured the singer before bringing him into the partnership.“Banky W discovered Wizki
  
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• I’ll never be ashamed of my humble beginnings – Funke Akindele

  14-07-2026 15:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele said she has never been ashamed of where she started, crediting early struggles, learning from mentors like Tyler Perry, and years of growth for her success in the industry.
  In an X post on Monday, the Jenifa star reflected on her journey from minor roles to becoming one of Nigeria’s top box-office filmmakers.
  She stated, “I’ve never been ashamed of my humble beginnings, and I never will be.
  “Tyler Perry is one of my role mo
  
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• Burna Boy makes history as first African artist to top Billboard Global 200

  14-07-2026 14:28 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy has become the first African artist to reach the top of the Billboard Global 200 Songs chart.
  The Grammy Award-winning musician achieved the milestone with ‘Dai Dai,’ his collaborative FIFA World Cup song featuring Colombian singer Shakira. The track climbed to No. 1 on this week’s Billboard Global 200 rankings.
  In addition to leading the Billboard Global 200, ‘Dai Dai’ also secured the top spot on the Billboard Global 200 Excl
  
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• Submissions Open for the 18th Headies Awards as Ceremony Moves to Toronto

  14-07-2026 13:52 via thenet.ng
  
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  The Headies, Africa’s biggest music awards, has officially opened submissions for its 18th edition.This year’s event marks a historic 20-year milestone for the event, which debuted in 2006 as the Hip Hop World Awards to celebrate excellence in Nigerian and African music.​In a strategic move, the 18th Headies will take place in Toronto, Canada, on O
  
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• I met my wife in a club, but she is very homely — Vector

  14-07-2026 09:41 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian rapper Olanrewaju Ogunmefun, popularly known as Vector Tha Viper, has disclosed that he met his wife, Yinka Coker, at a nightclub.
  Speaking on a recent episode of the MENtality podcast hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Banky W, Vector said his wife is “super homely,” despite the common stereotype that women who frequent clubs do not make good wives.
  The rapper made the remark while stressing that people should not rely solely on societal expectations or popular advice when cho
  
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