Wizkid
Wizkid Takes Home Best African Music Act at MOBOs 2026!
Starboy does it again! Wizkid has been crowned Best African Music Act at the 2026 MOBO Awards. 🏆🦅 The global icon continues to dominate, adding another prestigious accolade to his legendary career. A massive win for Afrobeats and Nigerian music on the world stage.
Wizkid’s “Come Closer” Hits Platinum in the UK! 🇬🇧💿
Big news for Wizkid! His smash hit “Come Closer,” featuring Drake, has just been certified Platinum in the United Kingdom. This massive milestone marks the song as Wizkid’s fourth track to achieve Platinum status in the region. A huge testament to the track’s lasting power and Wizkid’s global influence. Congratulations, Star Boy! 👏🏾
Asake Dominates: Top 20 Most-Streamed Nigerian Albums (2020-Present)
The streaming era belongs to Asake. The street-pop sensation holds three of the top six spots, with Work Of Art (661.2M) leading the pack ahead of Mr Money With The Vibe (634.4M). Omah Lay’s Boy Alone secures third place, followed by heavyweights Burna Boy (Love, Damini) and Davido (Timeless). The updated chart features new entries…
The Starboy Ascends: Wizkid Claims the Throne 🦅
History made! Wizkid is officially the #1 best-selling African artist, clocking 13.18 million Equivalent Album Sales globally. According to Chartmasters, this milestone cements Big Wiz’s dominance across streaming, LPs, and singles. From Lagos to the world, his global impact is undeniable. The crown isn’t just heavy; it’s certified platinum. 🌍📀
Wizkid’s “Joro” Goes Platinum in France
Afrobeats king Wizkid continues his global takeover! His smash hit “Joro” is officially certified Platinum in France. Remarkably, this marks his third track to achieve this massive feat in the country. Congratulations, Big Wiz!
Wizkid & Asake Make History: “Jogodo” Hits 30 Days at #1
Afrobeats icons Wizkid and Asake have officially rewritten the record books. Their collaborative hit, “Jogodo,” is now the first song to spend 30 consecutive days at #1 on the Spotify Nigeria Daily Top Songs chart.This unprecedented streak cements their dominance and showcases the unstoppable power of the REAL (Vol. 1) era.
Wizkid Becomes Africa’s All-Time Best-Selling Artist
Wizkid has officially made history, surpassing Cheb Khaled to become Africa’s best-selling act with over 81 million units sold. With a record-breaking 20 billion on-demand streams and 178 awards, Starboy continues to redefine global success for African music. This milestone solidifies his legendary status as the continent’s most decorated and influential musical powerhouse.
Wizkid Makes History: First African Artist to Surpass 10.3 Billion Spotify Streams
Wizkid has made history as the first African artist to surpass 10.3 billion Spotify streams across all credits. From “One Dance” to the Morayo era, Big Wiz continues to redefine global Afrobeats dominance. This milestone cements his legacy as a pioneer, proving that African music knows no bounds.
2Baba Crowns Burna Boy: The Global Chain Leader
When the “father” of modern Afrobeats speaks, the whole industry grabs a notepad!The legendary 2Baba just shook the table during his latest interview on the Mic On podcast. While we’re all busy arguing over the “Big Three,” the African Queen crooner made his stance clear: Odogwu is in a league of his own. 2Baba boldly…
Wizkid and Asake Dominate Billboard Charts
Afrobeats giants Wizkid and Asake continue their global takeover as “Iskolodo” debuts at #7 on the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs Chart.With this entry, every track from their joint EP, REAL Vol. 1, has officially charted. This milestone cements the duo’s undeniable chemistry and their status as leaders of the genre’s international expansion.
