Nigerian music star Teni has once again made headlines this time for borrowing Davido’s luxurious blue Lamborghini Aventador to shoot visuals for her latest single, “Speed” featuring Gunna, released in mid-November.

According to Teni, she wanted a standout prop that matched the high-energy vibe of the record, and Davido’s supercar was the perfect fit. She visited the megastar’s Lagos mansion, where he gave her a quick driving lesson before handing over the keys to the multi-million-naira ride.

Teni was later seen cruising through Lagos with the top down, blasting the track while recording scenes for the video. She also shared selfies and behind-the-scenes clips on social media, excitedly praising Davido’s generosity and reminding fans of past support — including when he arranged a Chris Brown intro for her.

The exchange sparked warm reactions online, with fans celebrating the strong camaraderie and collaboration within Nigeria’s music industry.

Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has abruptly cancelled two stops on his ongoing U.S. tour, just days after a viral onstage confrontation in Denver. The affected shows November 28 in Minneapolis and December 1 in Chicago were removed from his schedule this week, with automatic refunds issued to ticket holders. No official explanation has been released by Burna Boy or his management.

Denver Incident Sparks Online Debate

The cancellations come shortly after clips from his November 24 performance in Denver surfaced online, showing Burna Boy halting his set to confront a fan he spotted asleep in the audience. The woman, later identified as Chaltu Jateni, was asked to leave the venue before the artiste continued performing.

Jateni addressed the incident on Instagram, revealing that she had been struggling with depression, a disclosure that fueled widespread debate across social media. Critics accused the singer of insensitivity, while supporters argued he was reacting to perceived disengagement during a high-energy show.

Singer Defends His Actions

Following the backlash, Burna Boy defended himself, stating that audience members who appear uninterested diminish the live experience for others. He also questioned why fans attend concerts only to “sleep through them,” reigniting discussion about mental health awareness and performer expectations.

Tour Proceeds With Boston Up Next

Despite the controversy, earlier stops on the tour were sold out, and current schedules show that the tour will continue as planned. The next show is set for December 3 in Boston.

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The Recording Academy has unveiled the 2026 Grammy Awards nominations, spotlighting a rich mix of international superstars, breakthrough talents, and African heavyweights with Nigeria once again making a strong showing on the world stage.

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will take place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrating the best in global music released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025.

This year’s awards also introduce two new categories Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover marking another evolution in the prestigious ceremony.

Leading the pack is Kendrick Lamar with nine nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, who scored seven nods, including her fifth Album of the Year nomination for “MAYHEM.”

Nigerian Stars Shine Bright

Nigeria continues to dominate the African and Global Music categories, with Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid earning nominations alongside continental legends like Angélique Kidjo (Benin), Eddy Kenzo (Uganda), Tyla (South Africa) and Youssou N’Dour (Senegal).

Burna Boy leads the Nigerian contingent with two nominations:

• Best African Music Performance (“Love”)
• Best Global Music Album (“No Sign of Weakness”)

Davido also earned a nod for Best African Music Performance with “With You” featuring Omah Lay, while Ayra Starr and Wizkid scored a joint nomination for “Gimme Dat.”

Other contenders in the category include Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin (“Hope & Love”) and Tyla (“Push 2 Start”).

In the Best Global Music Album category, Burna Boy faces stiff competition from Youssou N’Dour (“Éclairer le Monde – Light the World”), Angélique Kidjo, and India’s Anoushka Shankar (“Chapter III: We Return to Light”).

Highlights From the 2026 Grammy Nominations

Album of the Year

• Bad Bunny – DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS
• Justin Bieber – Swag
• Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend
• Clipse – Let God Sort Em Out
• Lady Gaga – Mayhem
• Kendrick Lamar – GNX
• Leon Thomas – Mutt
• Tyler, The Creator – Chromakopia

Record of the Year

• Bad Bunny – “DtMF”
• Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
• Billie Eilish – “Wildflower”
• Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”
• Kendrick Lamar with SZA – “Luther”
• Rosé and Bruno Mars – “APT.”

Song of the Year

• Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”
• Bad Bunny – “DtMF”
• Kendrick Lamar with SZA – “Luther”
• Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
• Billie Eilish – “Wildflower”

Best African Music Performance

• Burna Boy – “Love”
• Davido ft. Omah Lay – “With You”
• Ayra Starr ft. Wizkid – “Gimme Dat”
• Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin – “Hope & Love”
• Tyla – “Push 2 Start”

Best Global Music Album

• Burna Boy – No Sign of Weakness
• Youssou N’Dour – Éclairer le Monde – Light the World
• Anoushka Shankar – Chapter III: We Return to Light
• Shakti – Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live)
• Caetano Veloso & Maria Bethânia – Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo

African Excellence on the World Stage

The 2026 Grammys reaffirm Africa’s growing global influence in music, especially as Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afro-fusion sounds continue to dominate charts and playlists worldwide.

With Burna Boy eyeing another Grammy victory and Davido, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid securing key nominations, Nigerian music’s global momentum remains unstoppable.

The 68th Grammy Awards will air live worldwide on February 1, 2026, promising electrifying performances and unforgettable moments from the biggest names in global music.

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Nigerian highlife sensation Flavour has announced his upcoming single “Afroculture”, featuring legendary Senegalese griot Baaba Maal, set for release on October 29, 2025.

The song blends Igbo rhythms, griot storytelling, and mbalax beats, creating a rich fusion of West African sounds. The accompanying music video, directed by TG Omori, features vibrant visuals of traditional dancers, sunlit landscapes, and expressive cultural motifs that celebrate pan-African identity and heritage.

Since the announcement, Afroculture has generated major buzz across social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), with fans praising the collaboration as a landmark moment for African music unity.

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The ongoing feud between Nigerian rappers Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez intensified on Saturday, October 18, 2025, after a viral video showed Odumodublvck confronting Blaqbonez’s female manager at an event in Uyo, sparking widespread reactions across the music industry.

The confrontation reportedly followed the release of Blaqbonez’s diss track “ACL”, featured on his newly released album No Excuses, in which he accused Odumodublvck of stream farming and chasing clout.

Shortly after the song’s release, leaked direct messages allegedly sent by Odumodublvck surfaced online, containing threats of physical harm toward Blaqbonez. The situation escalated further when sources close to Blaqbonez’s camp alleged that Odumodublvck had previously spat on the manager during a prior altercation.

The viral Uyo video shows Odumodublvck engaging in a heated exchange with Blaqbonez’s manager before being restrained by security personnel and event organizers.

As of the time of filing this report, neither Odumodublvck nor Blaqbonez has issued an official statement addressing the incident, though both artists’ fanbases have taken to social media to debate the conflict and call for restraint.

The altercation adds a new layer of tension to what has been one of Nigerian hip-hop’s most publicized rivalries in recent years, pitting two of the genre’s biggest voices against each other in a clash blending music, ego, and controversy.

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