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SPOTLIGHT Hidden Cost of Creative Careers
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SPOTLIGHT Hidden Cost of Creative Careers in Nigeria

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Abioye Damilare Samson

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Dideolu Falobi, seen in the photo with a confident posture and focused expression, shares his perspective on leadership and problem-solving: “As an engineer, you are trained to provide solutions: You look at systems, identify challenges, and design solutions to fix them.” A prominent figure in Osun politics, Falobi applies his expertise to drive systemic change across the region.

Interview: Dideolu Falobi Explains His Move Into Politics for Systemic Change

Dideolu Falobi shares why he entered politics, revealing his vision for systemic change, leadership impact, and the future of governance.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Steve Monite, Afro-Boogie legend, wearing a Panama cap.

Steve Monite on Fame, Silence, and the Revival of “Only You” Decades Later

Steve Monite, the Benin City-born creator of the 1984 Afro-Boogie classic ‘Only You,’ reflects on his global rediscovery, Frank Ocean’s tribute, and a return to music three decades after being forgotten.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Davido

Davido Announces Debut London Festival at Crystal Palace Bowl

Davido has announced the Davido & Friends Festival at London’s Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14, 2026, where he will headline and curate the entire day’s lineup for his only outdoor show in London this summer.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Spotify's annual Loud & Clear report

Nigerian Artistes Earn ₦60bn From Spotify in 2025

Spotify’s Loud & Clear report reveals Nigerian artistes earned over ₦60 billion in 2025, generating 30.3 billion streams and 1.6 billion listening hours as revenue grew by more than 140% over two years.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo, founder and Chief Operating Officer of Mavin Records respectively, both named on Billboard's 2026 Global Power Players list for their influence in the global music industry.

Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo Named on Billboard’s 2026 Power Players List

Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo of Mavin Records have been named on Billboard’s 2026 Global Power Players list, recognising their continued influence in shaping the global Afrobeats landscape.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Tolibian performs on stage at The Lagos City Marathon 2026 wearing a blue jacket

“My Goal with ‘Ramadan’ Is to Make Music That Carries My Culture” – Tolibian

Ilorin-born artiste Tolibian speaks on the making of the “Ramadan” remixes, his collaborations with Yinka Ayefele and BahdboiOML, and how his Islamic heritage shapes his approach to contemporary Nigerian pop.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Omah Lay, shirtless in a white singlet with his tattooed arms visible, ahead of the April 3, 2026 release of his sophomore album Clarity of Mind.

Omah Lay Reveals Release Date for Sophomore Album “Clarity of Mind”

Omah Lay has announced April 3, 2026 as the release date for his sophomore album Clarity of Mind, a 12-track project led by previously released singles “Holy Ghost,” “Waist,” and “Don’t Love Me.”

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Asake, whose Fuji-inflected sound and partnership with producer Magicsticks have helped him become the dominant force in Nigeria's streaming era since 2022.

Asake Leads Nigeria’s Most-Streamed Albums List Since 2020

TurnTable Charts data reveals Asake’s Work of Art and Mr Money With The Vibe lead Nigeria’s most-streamed albums list since 2020, with the artist placing three projects in the top six.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Fela Kuti, founder of Afrobeat and one of Nigeria's most celebrated musical exports, whose work remains commercially relevant more than 25 years after his passing.

Apple Uses Fela Kuti Song in MacBook Air Ad

Apple featured Fela Kuti’s 1971 track “Let’s Start” in its official MacBook Air M5 launch video, bringing fresh global exposure to the legendary Nigerian artist’s catalog months after his posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

Wizkid, Nigerian Afrobeats superstar and the highest-selling African artiste on ChartMasters' global all-time best-selling artistes list.

Wizkid Tops ChartMasters as Highest-Selling African Artiste

Wizkid has been ranked the highest-selling African artiste on ChartMasters’ global all-time list, with 13.18 million equivalent album sales worldwide, followed closely by Burna Boy.

BY Abioye Damilare Samson

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