Before Afrobeats Went Global, Wizkid Was Already Making History at the BET Awards
Wizkid’s BET history tracks the rise of Afrobeats globally, from early wins to his 2026 nomination with Asake, showing his lasting influence across different eras of the genre.
Tyla Makes AMA History with Two Major Wins at the 2026 American Music Awards
Tyla won Best Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year for “CHANEL” at the 2026 American Music Awards, marking one of the biggest international milestones of her career so far.
Olamide Is Everywhere in 2026, and That Might Be the Point of His Feature Run
Olamide’s 2026 feature run spans collaborations with Adekunle Gold, Teni, Bella Shmurda, and Kcee, with Shoday next in line, revealing a deliberate strategy shaping Afrobeats.
AMVCA 2026 Nominees: Full List of All Categories
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026 nominees have been announced across 32 categories. See the full list ahead of the May 9 ceremony in Lagos
Ayra Starr Wins Best International Act at MOBO Awards 2026
Ayra Starr wins Best International Act at the MOBO Awards 2026, securing back-to-back victories and strengthening her global music presence
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Before Afrobeats Went Global, Wizkid Was Already Making History at the BET Awards
Wizkid’s BET history tracks the rise of Afrobeats globally, from early wins to his 2026 nomination with Asake, showing his lasting influence across different eras of the genre.
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Rema Joins LISA and Anitta for FIFA World Cup 2026 Anthem “Goals”
Rema joins LISA and Anitta on “Goals,” a multilingual anthem from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album blending Afrobeats, K-pop, and Latin pop.
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Nike Unveils Nigeria’s 2026 Kits With Bold Designs and Sustainable Innovation
Nike’s new Nigeria 2026 kits combine bold design with sustainability, using recycled materials to create performance-ready jerseys
