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Wizkid & Asake Light Up Cape Town NYE at Jerk x Jollof
Get ready, Cape Town! Wizkid and Asake team up for a rare NYE performance at Jerk x Jollof on Dec 31 at Old Biscuit Mill. Expect electrifying vibes and style as the Afrobeats icons take the stage. Tickets: jerkxjollof.com
Revelation from Wizkid’s Documentary
Wizkid’s 2025 documentary Long Live Lagos reveals his mother, Morayo Balogun, faced emergency cancer surgery hours before his 2023 Tottenham concert. Despite the turmoil, he performed for 50,000 fans, later sharing his emotional resolve. The film, released posthumously, honors her memory and showcases his unseen strength.
Davido Dominates Apple Music Nigeria Charts
On Dec 14, 2025, Davido’s “Galorizzzy” and “Nakupenda” top Apple Music Nigeria’s chart, showcasing his 2025 reign. Fans celebrate on X, sparking rivalries with Wizkid. His hit “With You” also leads Spotify and YouTube, solidifying his Afrobeats dominance! #Davido #Afrobeats
We spent close to 4-5 million dollars on Calm Down – Don Jazzy
Don Jazzy revealed Mavin Records spent $4-5 million to make Rema’s “Calm Down” a global hit, covering TikTok, radio, and influencers. The Selena Gomez remix earned over $8-12 million from 1.6 billion Spotify streams, showing the high stakes and returns in Afrobeats’ global push.
Elite Festival ’25: Young Jonn & Gabzy Light Up Lagos
Get ready, Lagos! Elite Festival ’25 hits Balmoral Event Centre on Dec 29 with headliners Young Jonn and Gabzy. Expect electrifying Afrobeats vibes during Detty December. Grab tickets at elitefestival.org—don’t miss this cultural explosion! #EliteFest25 #DettyDecember
Davido massive performance in Saudi Arabia
Davido’s electric performance at the Red Sea Film Festival’s after-party in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, showcased hits like “With You,” “Fall,” and “Unavailable,” drawing massive crowds and highlighting Afrobeats’ growing influence in the region amidst the festival’s mission to bridge Arab and global cinema.
Seyi Vibez Dominates Boomplay 2025
Seyi Vibez reigns as Nigeria’s most-streamed male artist on Boomplay in 2025, with “Shaolin” topping charts. Amid Afrobeats surge, his street-hop vibe shines, ranking No.1 on Audiomack and No.2 on Spotify. Fans celebrate, despite skepticism over Boomplay’s relevance.
Rhythm Unplugged 2025: A Global Beat Unleashed
Get ready, Lagos! On Dec 21, Rhythm Unplugged brings Rema, Central Cee, and more to Eko Convention Center. Sponsored by Coca-Cola, this 22nd edition fuses Afrobeats and UK drill, promising an epic night. Tickets: therhythmunplugged.com. Don’t miss the vibe!
CKay’s “Love Nwantiti” Hits 1 Billion Streams
On December 10, 2025, CKay’s “love nwantiti (ah ah ah)” becomes the first solo Nigerian song to surpass 1 billion Spotify streams, following “Essence.” Its cosmic EP artwork reflects its global Afrobeats triumph, boosted by TikTok in 2021. A milestone for Nigerian music!
Burna Boy’s Orlando Show Cancelled: What’s Next?
On December 10, 2025, Burna Boy’s Kia Center concert in Orlando was abruptly cancelled, with refunds issued via Ticketmaster. The fifth cancellation on his ‘No Sign of Weakness’ tour, possibly due to low sales or backlash from a Denver incident, leaves fans wondering about the tour’s future. Stay tuned for updates!
