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Music has always been among the best ever known form of entertainment and has been into existence since the beginning of life. Africa is well known for their contribution in the musical industry by raising lot of great musician in different genres of music which has taken some portion of people's heart and making life worth a while. Below includes top 10 best African albums still topping from 2020 to 2023 1. African Giant by Burna Boy African Giant is a great album, and it’s quite chill to listen to. It takes you back to the days when summer was all about chilling out and relaxing. Burna Boy’s voice is just amazing, and everything on here is excellent and will make you want to chill around the house on a hot day with your friends listening to this album. The songs are perfect for any party situation as they bring up the vibe of what happens during summer parties. Every feature here does a great job and adds something different to each song. Everything on here is fantastic, and the best part is that this is just the first full-length studio project that Burna Boy has put out. Burna Boy’s beautiful voice shines on every song. He has an excellent command of his vocals, and they come across as they should. His vocal performance on African Giant is impressive, especially regarding his growling vocals mixed with his soulful crooning, which he does very well. He has a great sound with just enough instruments to make everything sound good. This isn’t your average Afropop album. However, Burna Boy mixes something different into the mix with many trap beats and raps. This is a great way to highlight his versatility without making it sound like he is trying to crossover. Everything about this album is fantastic and still loved by many. 2. New Era by Kizz Daniel New Era is his debut album, and it’s full of great songs. Every song on this album has an outstanding production that makes it sound perfect. This album is one of the best African albums still winning people’s hearts. Everything here is unique, from the production to his vocals; it’s just perfection. Every song on this album stands out individually, making it a great album. Kiss Daniel’s hunger for music is shown just how much of an artist he is. The way he raps and sings are high quality and portray his talent as a singer and rapper. He has excellent vocals that go well with his rapping, making the songs sound amazing. Each artist has a different role and purpose, and that’s what makes this album so unique. It’s a beautiful album from Kiss Daniel, showcasing his talent as an artist in many ways. 3. Made in Lagos: Deluxe Edition by Wizkid Wizkid is a multi-talented musician, and this album is one of the testimonies that he’s undeniably gifted in music. The album was released in late 2020, and up till now, in 2023, it is still winning the hearts of millions of fans. The album is also one of the fantastic albums made by Wizkid that has brought him to this level of success and fame. The fact that there are no fillers on this album makes it even more special, with every song having a different message and profound meaning. It is not only an album to listen to when needing a party or relaxation; it is so much more than that. The messages in all the songs on the album are just so touching and moving. The album is just incredible! With songs like “Smile” in collabo with H.E.R., “Essence” ft Tems and “Ginger” ft Burna Boy, the album is like a rollercoaster of feelings, emotions, and messages. This album has all the qualities of a perfect album: it is filled with tunes that are great to listen to and tell stories, it is not too predictable and therefore not dull, and most importantly, it is an essential album that talks about issues African artists like Wizkid care about. This album has music everyone can enjoy, whether you are a die-hard fan of Wizkid or an ordinary listener. It is one of the decade’s greatest albums, and I can’t wait to see what else he has in store for us next. 4. Love, Damini by Burna Boy Burna Boy’s fourth solo album, Love, Damini, was released on September 27th, 2023. It is an Afro-fusion album with elements of R&B and dancehall. This album is a fantastic body of work and shows the musician’s growth as an artist. Many people may not know who Burna is, but if you listen to this album, you will understand why he has earned his spot in the music industry. It also shows what he can do outside of Afrobeats and R&B. It is an album that will leave you breathless with every single track. Love, Damini demonstrates Burna’s deepest emotions and the journey from the heartbreak of his first album to the love and happiness he experiences with Damini on his second album. The lyrics are very moving, and the beats that are used make this album a must for anyone who likes R&B, Afrobeats, or Afrofusion music. The album has all the qualities of an incredible album, and it’s also one of the best Afrobeat albums still being streamed on multiple platforms today. The album is an excellent example of how an artist should be and reflects the growth in his musical career. It was a great hit when it dropped in 2022 and is still strong today. Its tracks like “Kilometre,” “Jare,” “Science,” “Vanilla,” and “Last Last” are very hard-hitting and powerful songs, and the album is loaded with great and addictive melodies that you can’t get enough of. This album is an excellent example of how Burna Boy’s music continues to grow as an artist. Overall, Love, Damini is an excellent album from Burna Boy, and it’s simply awesome. 5. Twice As Tall Review ‘Twice As Tall ‘has been one of the influential albums for one of Africa’s biggest stars, Burna Boy, and those who have kept up with his career since it started can attest to that. The release of this album is the manifestation of all his hard work, sweat, and tears. Burna Boy has described this album as a ‘giant’ piece of work, and it’s difficult to disagree with him. The body of work oozes with confidence, powerful melodies, and great wordplay with the presence of Youssou N’Dour, P.Diddy, Chris Martin, Stormzy, and some cameo from others. According to Burna Boy, this album is the one that will take him globally and also has worked, as he has already been nominated in various categories at the Grammys this year. One of the album’s tracks, ‘Level Up’ featuring Youssou N’Dour, is a song with a message intended to motivate people and give them the confidence they need. It’s a beautiful song with a powerful message, and Youssou N’Dour’s voice makes it even more captivating. Other tracks include ‘Monster You Made,’ ‘Way Too Big,’ ‘Alarm Clock,’ the catchy ’23’, ‘Wetin Dey Sup,’ ‘Wonderful,’ and other songs still winning the hearts of fans today. 6. Fireboy D.M.L. – Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps is Fireboy D.M.L.’s blend of afro beats, afro-pop, and pop-soul. LTG is mostly about love, romance, loss, and heartbreak. It demonstrates the purest form of raw emotion as Fireboy reflects on his previous relationships. He is a very talented singer/songwriter and lyricist who has spent years perfecting his craft before putting out an official body of work, a mix of crescendo, passionate lyrics, and soulful music. This album captures the essence of what Fireboy D.M.L. is in a very concentrated form. He has the voice of an angel, and this album works because he isn’t afraid to bare his soul through his songs. The mixture of love and heartbreak makes this an album you must listen to at least once. People looking for albums with relatable love songs and pure emotion need to listen to this album. This is what makes a good R&B album, which is precisely why we recommend you give it a listen. Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps is an album that will always leave you with a smile and make you think deeply about love and relationships. 7. Get Layd – EP by Omah Lay Omah Lay is an artist that has a perfect body of work. He shows lyrical prowess and the energy to match the beats he drops. On “Get Layd,” Omah lays out a very ambitious project with some fantastic tunes, including “Lo Lo” and “Bad Influence.” It was released in 2020, but it still sounds like it belongs on a current playlist. Coming up in the Nigerian music industry is tough, but Omah Lay has everything it takes to succeed. His energy in his songs and his knack for coming up with unforgettable hooks contributed to his growth in the Nigerian music scene. This E.P. is appealing and has some lyrical content, and he did just that. With songs like “Tell your friends,” “Damn,” and even “Ye Ye Ye,” Omah Lay shows he is not scared to go against the grain to deliver his message. The title, “Get Layd,” fits Omah Lay like a glove, but perhaps the most important thing is that this E.P. has some truth-telling and is not just a song about what he doesn’t want but rather what he does want. On the EP, Omah lays out some bitter tones that you want to allow your life to be clean in. Omah Lay has shown he’s more than just a talented singer, he’s a gifted lyricist with a unique sound and style of music. 8. Asake – Mr. Money With The Vibe Mr. Money is a man that has so much to offer besides the image of the street; his music is undoubtedly free-flowing, producing a tremendous amount of versatility through song themes and gripping percussion. What he stands for is mainly based on one core thing: the love for music. In “Mr. Money With The Vibe,” the Nigerian wordsmith says precisely what he wants to say; he’s not a crooner but an all-rounder that can write about anything, from emotions to stories or even just talking plainly about money and women. The album contains tales of love, struggle, and other issues that make up the life of an average young person in society today, and the album explores how one is used to handling the world and other people’s environment. Asake is an artist with some very memorable songs that were hit, especially “Organize” and “Sunmomi,” which are very catchy and different. Asake is a performer that brings more than just lyrical talent to the table, he adds a unique vibe to the songs that makes them more exciting and fun to listen to. As you listen to his music, you can tell that Mr. Money is an album that defines creativity and sets a standard for new acts. It is an album that defines the ever-changing music industry in Nigeria and the hustle of the Nigerian music industry. 9. Rema – Rave & Roses Rema’s “Rave & Roses” is an album that is not just jam-packed with great songs and a wide variety of sounds. It is an album that defines creativity and sets a standard for new acts to come. It defines the ever-changing music industry in Nigeria and the hustle of the Nigerian music industry. What the album is about is what it means, “Rave & Roses” has a meaning behind all of its songs. In this album, you have songs that represent different emotions and some songs that represent different situations in different people’s lives. You can relate to every song in this album, but how they are made makes it stand out. Songs like “Addicted” and “Calm Down” are still being played today even though the song was released last year, which shows that these songs are classics. Every song on “Rave & Roses” is meant for everyone to enjoy, not just a particular group of people but everyone in general. Rema is a star in Nigeria, and his album has the power to move different people at different times. This album is a classic, it’s still with us today, and Rema’s fans are still enjoying this masterpiece. As you listen to Rema’s work, you can tell that “Rave & Roses” is an album that defines creativity and sets a standard for new acts. It is an album that defines the ever-changing music industry and the hustle of the Nigerian music industry. 10. Jerusalema – Master KG ft Nomcebo Jerusalem is a song by the South African artist Master KG. The song was released in January 2020 on the same title album (Jerusalem), and it has since become one of the hottest songs in Africa and beyond. The hit track of the album, Jerusalem, which went on to be a success, is an upbeat gospel-influenced song with a good mix of African elements which is still credited for inspiring people with its lyrics, so much so that when it generated half a billion views on Youtube and went viral on social media with the #JerusalemaChallenge and Burna boy featuring in it which then pushed the song to the U.S. Billboard charts. What makes this song a success is the style and tone in which it was sung by Master KG featuring Nomcebo. The song has the nuances of African traditional music with a hint of modernized R&B delivery and phenomenal trio vocals. The song is also very inspiring in its lyrics. This is among the best songs from South Africa, and as of now, it can keep most African music lovers dancing along. These albums have made a huge impact in the lives of many and have withstood critics and all forms of challenges in the musical industries.

The winner of Big Brother Naija season 6, Hazel Oyeze Onou popularly known as Whitemoney has recently reacted over the huge charges added for mint exchange in nightclubs, especially as the Nigerian apex bank, Central Bank of Nigeria, has redesigned the Naira notes. In a recent video, the reality TV star turned singer took to his verified Instagram account to share clips on his Instastory as he asserted that Nigeria is a beautiful country, but some corrupt individuals in the nation have hindered its progress. He also revealed how the sum of N300,000 was added as profit to collect N700,000. Powered By The reality television star stated, “Nigeria is a beautiful country, it is the best country ever, I promise you. We just have corrupt people handling the sectors that serve human purposes. Every sector is corrupt because how do you explain this to me? There is no money in the bank, but the new note and old notes, are not in the bank. I went to a party on Monday and saw bundles of minted money. Who gives these people this money. “The worst part is that this money is expensive as hell. N700,000 was sold for N1 million, with a 300,000 naira gain on it. Na we dey do ourselves. Nigeria.”

The online streaming platform, Spotify has announced Khaid, Tempoe, Poco Lee and more as emerging artistes music lovers could look out for in 2023. The Head of Music, Spotify’s Sub-Saharan Africa, Phiona Okumu, a this in a statement on Monday. She noted that, according to Spotify’s data, some other emerging artistes across African continent were; Bayanni, Brume, YKB and Kaestyle. She further explained that, the Ghanaian emerging artistes were; Reggie, Snypa, Mellissa, Beeztrap, Kotm and Samsney. “Emerging artistes from Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda are: Wanavokali, Kinoti, Misee, Billions, Njeri, Anjella, Killy, Phina, V-BE, Liam Voice and Axon.” “From South Africa, we have Pabi Cooper, Boontle RSA, Uncle Waffles, Nkosazana Daughter, Young Stunna, Jay Jody, Blue Tape, Khanyisa, Lwah Ndlunkulu, Will Linley, Droomsindroom and Officixl.” “Few things are quite as exciting as discovering new talent to listen to on repeat, fans can add to their favourite playlists and lean on for emotional support over the course of the year.” “For fans of African music on Spotify, 2023 promises another roll-call of amazing artistes, ready to break through to fame and mainstream streaming success,” she said. Okumu added that, African music had consistently unfurled waves of new, fresh talent every year who have propelled the global interest in Afrobeats, Amapiano and its many other sub-genres. She said 2022 was a breakout year for artistes like Buju, Costa Titch and Asake, whose success propelled them into Wrapped top lists at the end of 2022. “And while those talents took their voices to the main stage, a slew of rising stars was also laying the groundwork for their own breakout year. “Some of these musicians are primed to release their best music in the coming months, others have enjoyed early success on Spotify, and shown many indications of even greater success on the horizon.” “Some others are relatively new elements, developing new takes on familiar sounds that harken towards major shifts in popular music,” Okumu said.

Stonebwoy, has spoken on why the Nigerian music industry is ahead of the Ghanaian music industry on the international scene. In an interview with BreakFast Club Show in America, Stonebwoy who has a great relationship with Nigerian acts said the success of the Nigerian musicians to their nation’s huge population. According to Stonebwoy, the high population of Nigeria helps the industry, the singer also stated that Nigerian acts are tenacious, aggressive, hardworking, and have a winning mindset. Stonebwoy, however, pointed out that both countries inspire each other, which further enhances their individual growth. Stonebwoy also commended our local musicians for doing their best despite not having the support and financial muscles as compared to Nigerians. “It’s just recently that some of our musicians had distribution deals with Sony and Universal music. Our local musicians are really putting in their best and I believe that with them, they’ll rock shoulders with their Nigerian colleagues in the music industry.” He stated. Stonebwoy added that “interestingly, every of their top-lister, find inspiration in Ghana. Burna says it often, Wizkid literally lives in Ghana, Davido is like a brother that’s 24/7 we’re together. We’re all playing our individual roles together out there we cannot all be in the front seat.” The popular Reggae/Dancehall artiste made his debut on the popular Breakfast Club show on New York-based Power FM on Tuesday. The award-winning musician opened up about the growth of the Afrobeat genre, the impact it has made in Africa and other yet-to-be-explored genres of music on the continent. The singer also went on to speak about his career, his life-threatening accident, his scuffle with Shatta Wale, and other interesting topics.

Popular South African rapper, Genesis Gabriella Tina Manney, also known as Gigi Lamayne has publicly professed her love for famous Nigerian singer, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, a.k.a Burna Boy. Gigi declared her love for Burna Boy in a post shared on her Twitter handle. The rapper expressed that despite how she feels deeply about the self-acclaimed African Giant, he never knows about her emotions. “I’m so in love with @burnaboy, and he may never know this life thing, yooooo.” Reacting, Burna Boy liked her post. And this made her pleased as she shared a screenshot of the tweet Burna liked, claiming to have received confirmation that he is aware of how much she likes him.

The Big Brother Naija season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, known as Phyna, has offered her opinion on the reasons why so many marriages in the Nigerian entertainment industry fall apart. In a recent TVC interview, the reality TV star discussed the difficulties she encountered while struggling to hit the limelight. When asked why entertainers frequently experience marital problems, Phyna pointed the finger at individuals who take their fame too seriously. She said, “An entertainer marrying another entertainer is nice because they both understand what they’re doing. They both understand the business, so when I tell you I’m busy, you’d understand. But a non-entertainer don’t. “You just need to be at the table with someone that understands. Many celebrity marriages fail because most of them front the celebrity life. When I’m with my boyfriend, I don’t even look like celebrity or talk celebrity.

Reality TV star, Arin has joined the long list of celebrities who left Nigeria for greener pastures. The former shine ya eye star has taken to social media to announce her relocation to Canada. The fashionista took to social media to share some lovely pictures of her in Canada on her official Instagram page as she broke the good news to her fans. Excited and grateful for her place of residence, Arin penned a heartwarming message to celebrate her new win and thank God for the journey so far. In her words ; Meanwhile she had earlier dreamed of living Nigeria to any better country with less stress as she wrote in some of her earlier post on her IG page

In the sixth season of Big Brother Naija (BBN) Shine Your Eyes, housemate Adeoluwa Okusaga (aka Saga) surprised viewers with his creation of a realistic pen drawing of his fellow housemate Boma. What most people don’t know is that the engineer and now social media influencer, has always had a passion for the arts, but is now turning this side hustle into a full-time profession. His aim is to normalise discussions on emotional turmoil, mental health issues through his artworks, in addition to spreading good vibes and positivity to viewers of his works. His pieces range from realism to acrylic, oil painting and inked abstraction. When Saga lost his mother in 2014, he suffered depression. Post the BBNaija show, he had felt a bit more depressed, what with the public constantly analyzing his every move, the comparisons to other celebrities, not to mention his personal issues, all got to him. His art beyond being a source of escape, and emotional catharsis, he uses to address the ‘deep emotions we feel as humans.’ “I like to focus on mental health so people can know more about it, and speak about the deep emotions people go through, to understand how they feel. My paintings depict a bit of internal struggle and a bit of strife. The subject is often depicted trying to take off that veil (masking their pain) so they can be their authentic selves, or trying to take off their pain in order to heal. “Some of my portraits also depict fearlessness and the willpower to push forward regardless of difficulties, others intense feelings of joy regardless of whatever hardships they face.” He continued, “I can tell you almost everyone has felt depressed at some point, but nobody really talks about it. online and in the real world, we pretend to be strong. Nobody wants to reveal the pain buried within them. I am trying to expose that. because sadness is an emotion we experience sometimes, just like joy or happiness. When people understand that sadness, depression is a part of the cycle of life, that it is a phase, then they will give themselves permission to let it out, and not suppress it. So, to create his pieces, Saga draws inspiration from himself and his surroundings. He literally feeds off the energy of the people around him while he is working, be it family or friends, from the late hour of 9pm to 4 or 5am. “I don’t need them to pay attention to me, they can be doing their own thing while draw energy from them. I don’t want a studio where I’d close all the doors and windows and be by myself. I want people around me.” Saga who took up art as a professional in 2016, has found himself trying to figure out his currently contradictory life circumstance – of being “new but not new; popular but not popular – at least in the arts circle he is cultivating. “It feels like starting over, when I officially started in 2016. It’s crazy. Also, Big Brother Naija threw me out there into the wild, into the big stage, so I have that name, and it is a lot working with that.” With the decision to become a full-time artist, he has paused his engineering career, and has been focusing his energy on evolving art and finding his style, since the past two years. “I am not closing the doors completely on engineering, but I am focusing on my passion, testing the waters for now to see how deep it is. That alongside my work as an influencer. The past ten years you can’t just say you want to be an artist. Today, people are making good money from art. galleries are springing up everywhere and supporting young artists, signing them on, and selling works in dollars.” Social media platforms he said, have provided artists the for their works to be viewed globally. “This is a good time to be an artist in Nigeria.” Starting over has not been easy, as he strives to earn his place in arts profession, after paying his dues in a different discipline. He is however determined on his path – and taken some important steps. “I held a sip and paint event early this year. I am having conversations with galleries at the moment towards a group exhibition sometime in April 2023.”

Popular Nigerian on-air personality and comedian, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel’s subtle shade at Big Brother Naija female housemates has continued to unsettle the entertainment industry. Nedu had during an interview with BBNaija ‘Level Up’ housemate, Doyinsola David, on his podcast ‘The Honest Bunch’ claimed that most ladies who get on the BBNaija reality TV show do so simply to get customers (referring to sex), insisting they have nothing else to offer other than their body. Further buttressing his point, Nedu claimed that the reality show has a way of tossing someone into the limelight but with no substance to maintain it. “It’s only sex many of them have to offer. They intentionally go there just to get customers,” he said. In response, Doyin maintained that it’s just normal human nature to seek greener pastures and that a “customer” can turn into a husband. Focusing on the brighter side of the OAP remark, Doyin argued that there was absolutely nothing wrong with ladies going on the show simply for that purpose. The allegation is coming a week into the commencement of another BBnaija series, which is a combination of both Nigerian and South African housemates, tagged ‘BBTitans’, and the winner will get $100,000 (over N50,000 million). This statement didn’t go well with most of the show’s stars. Many Big Brother Naija celebrities have come out to defend their female colleagues over the verbal attacks. Reacting to this, former BBNaija Season 6 star, Angel Agnes Smith in a tweet, accused men of being jealous of hard-working women on the show. She maintained that “men are very jealous of women, because I don’t understand why you are upset about a grown woman’s vagina.” Former BBNaija housemate, Abiri Oluwabusayo, also known as Khloe, blasted Nedu over his comment, stating that his actions show why his ex-wife allegedly cheated on him. She further urged him to get help and heal from his trauma.” BBNaija star Joe Abdallah who described Nedu’s comment as mundane, said, “I see no reason for such a comment.” Reality TV star Cross Okonkwo in a series of tweets on his Twitter handle, wrote, “Please leave our big brother girls alone. They are human beings too. Big brother girls are amazing, talented, business-driven, beautiful and so on. And if anyone sleeps with a man to get ahead, Why are we not calling the man out too ?, Please let’s give them their flowers and stop bringing them down.” BBNaija star Deji Morafa, also trolled Nedu saying the reason he continues to attack BBNaija girls is because he applied to be on the show multiple times but was rejected. Also popular Nigerian movie producer, Samuel Olatunji, popularly known as Bigsam, slammed the OAP for being misogynistic. Tackling Nedu, he questioned what is the male reality star’s purpose for going to the show too. “If the ladies at Big Brother Naija went there for ‘customers’. What did the men go there for?”, he asked. Samuel opined that the on-air personality was trying to tear the credibility of the industry to shred and project female celebrities as whores. Credit @ dailypost.ng

Orits Wiliki is a Nigerian reggae musician who gained recognition upon the success of his 1989 record, Tribulation produced in part by Lemmy Jackson. The record was followed by Conqueror, released in , and in , he released a less successful LP Wha Dis Wha Dat. [1]The album included the single, Heart of Stone which included an Islamic chant, an addition by Wiliki, a Christian to promote religious tolerance. The influence of religion was eminent in some of his songs so also was disenchantment with the Nigerian society. Wiliki is a member of the Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria, a rival association to the Copyright Society of Nigeria. Discography Tribulation. 1989. Polydor Records Conqueror. 1990. Polydor Records Wha Dis Wha Dat. 1991. Premier Music.

Reggae is a style of Jamaican music that evolved in the late 1960s which became a major part of music in Nigeria, especially after the rise of singer Majek Fashek. Fashek was, like many Nigerian reggae performers, a part of the long-running band 'The Jahsticks'. While sometimes used in a broader sense to refer to most types of Jamaican music, the term reggae, more properly denotes a particular music style that originated following on the development of ska and rocksteady. Reggae music gained prominence in Nigeria in the mid eighties with the likes of the late Majek Fashek, late Ras Kimono, Orits Wiliki, Blackky, Evi Edna Ogoli, Victor Eshiet and Peggy Umanna (The Mandators) as well as Daniel Wilson (aka Mr Ragamuffin) as forerunners. Of the aforementioned artistes, Orits Wiliki is one of the most relevant today among his contemporaries. The musician, who gained recognition upon the success of his 1989 album, ‘Tribulation” produced in part by Lemmy Jackson, would go on to dominate the genre throughout the 1990s In the last decade, reggae music in Nigeria has experienced a sharp decline partly due to the demise of some of the forerunners and what we like to describe as the loss of commercial appeal. But Orits, maintains that despite the death of prominent Nigerian reggae musicians, reggae is still very much alive. TOP NIGERIAN REGGAE MUSICIANS Reggae has a lot of power, energy, vibe, and rhythm. Unfortunately, it is no more appreciated by young Nigerians who prefer listening to completely meaningless songs in the "afrobeats" genres. While some of Nigeria's greatest reggae musicians like Ras Kimono and Majek Fashek have passed away, others have maintained their popularity and are still well-known today. Others have faded and are living a simpler life. Here are some of the most well-known reggae stars from the past and what they have been up to. 1. Orits Wiliki Orits Wiliki was one of the musicians who became well-known in the 1980s and 1990s after the release of his debut album, "Tribulation." Orits Wiliki may not be as well-known as he once was, but he continues to perform his hit songs at events across Nigeria. 2. Evi-Edna Ogholi Evi Edna Ogholi is a Nigerian reggae singer best known for her song "Happy Birthday." The song was popular at most birthday parties and is considered one of the most classic songs of the 1990s. Edna Ogoli presently resides in France and was honored in February with a Humanitarian/ Legendary award. 3. The Mandators Victor Essiet and Peggy Essiet, a couple, formed the Mandators, a reggae band. Despite the fact that they later split up, the duo created some fantastic music together. The band flourished in the 1980s and early 1990s. Their album "Crisis" was a smash hit, and their career took off. "Rat Race" and "Inflation" are two of their most famous songs. Victor Essiet is now based in the United States, but he is still a proud Nigerian. 4. Daniel Wilson At one point, Daniel Wilson, nicknamed Mr Ragamuffin, was one of Nigeria's most popular reggae artists. He was tall, attractive, and admired by many women. When he sang, his smooth voice would make girls scream. Daniel Wilson, unlike some other 90s reggae singers who have moved abroad, still resides in Nigeria. He's now a businessman and politician, yet he's still a musician with over 17,000 Facebook followers. 5. Blackky Edward Inyang aka Blackky stormed the Nigerian music industry in the 1990s with his reggae hit song, "Rosie". He became the county's toast overnight. However, he dropped out of the music scene after six albums. He made a comeback in 2012, but it received little attention. How much do you like reggae music...?

Hip hop music started in Nigeria in 1980s The first rap music in Nigeria started in 1981 from the mind of a protesting On-Air personality who decided to throw a dagger at the disco rap trend which suddenly became the rave of the moment. With the release of “The Way I Feel Rap“, Ron “Ronnie” Ekundayo became the proponent of hip-hop and rap music in Nigeria. Afro Hip hop in Nigeria dates back to the late eighties and early nineties. The first place hip hop gained popularity in Nigeria was in Lagos, Nigeria. During this time (1980s), Nigeria was under a military governorship. This period of military governorship brought about crisis in Nigeria which involved the devaluation of currency, loss of jobs and persistent unemployment especially for new graduates from the University. Hip hop during this time was used as a means of escape by youths from the country's crisis. It was made popular by using Nigerian languages in the lyrics along with traditional hip hop beats, such as those made by the founding fathers of hip hop, DJ Kool Herc, Afrika Bambata and Grandmaster Flash. Since there were very few record labels to sign a new musician at this time, the youths decided to start making music on their own with a very little budget. The music videos were very simple and not grand and expensive. The availability of computers and cheap music editing software in the late 1990s and the first decade of the 21st century enabled Nigerian musicians to achieve higher quality recordings which quickly won over the Nigerian audience. This was a very cheap way to make music and a new Nigerian hip hop musician would make music and sell it on a CD. This was one way for the youths to be independent from the government by being lucrative and creating jobs for themselves, since the government was not helping them. Hip hop was used during this time for entertainment, but also to criticize the government and demand change. Groups and solo artists during that period include the likes of Junior & Pretty, Daniel 'Danny' Wilson, Plantashun Boiz, Remedies with members Eedris Abdulkareem, Eddy Remedy & Tony Tetuila. The late 90s and the early years of the new millennium saw an outburst of artists and groups, many returning home from the Western Diaspora, like eLDee da Don of Trybesmen, U.G.O, Madarocka and the S.O.U.R.C.E. Intl Clique, Naeto C of W.F.A, and from Europe, JJC and the 419 squad became a part of mainstream Nigerian music after the collapse of pop trends like Yo-pop. These up-rising artists in Nigeria began to localize hip hop and make songs in English and any other Nigerian language as a means of self-expression, thus making Nigerian hip hop multilingual. Just as Nigeria's Nollywood movies have done with Western movies, Nigerian hip hop has begun to displace Western popular music. Musicians such as Eedris Abdulkareem started making multilingual hip hop music and the lyrics were usually in English, Pidgin English and another Nigerian language such as Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa. Hip-Hop World Magazine, based in Nigeria, is a prominent publication that has helped fashion the orientation of hip hop culture in Nigeria and across the continent. African Beatz, Blast and Bubbles magazines are other similar major Nigerian hip hop publications.