EP UPDATE: DIAMOND JIMMA – AKANBI

Diamond Jimma Drops ‘Akanbi’ EP: A Soulful Afrobeats Triumph Nigerian artist Diamond Jimma has unleashed his latest EP

Akanbi, on September 19, 2025, just a day after its midnight release announcement. This 7-track project marks a bold step in his career, blending introspective lyrics with melodic Afrobeats vibes that resonate deeply. Born in Nigeria, Jimma started rapping at age 9 and rose through grassroots efforts, leveraging social media like Instagram for visibility. His estimated net worth of $10,000–$50,000 reflects his independent hustle in a competitive scene. Akanbi explores themes of identity, perseverance, and healing, drawing from Yoruba roots while incorporating modern beats. The tracklist includes “Surulere,” “Alujona,” “Copy Cat,” “Old Days,” “Ayanfe,” “Sare,” and “Kusimo,” clocking in at 19 minutes of pure emotion. Fans are raving: “What a body of work… kudos #AKANBI,” one X user posted, while another hailed it as an album with “NO BAD SONGS.” Reactions highlight its melodic flow and growth, with comments like “pure magic in motion” and “soul healer.” As Afrobeats surges globally up 23% in streams per Spotify—Akanbi cements Jimma’s place among rising stars. STREAM here