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  • Davido marks 33rd birthday, teases new album

    Davido marks 33rd birthday, teases new album

    Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido marked his 33rd birthday today with an intimate gathering of family, close friends, and key members of his 30BG crew in Atlanta, United States.

    The celebration brought together prominent figures from his inner circle, including billionaire father Adedeji Adeleke, uncle and Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, sister Sharon Adeleke, cousins Nike and Folashade Adeleke, wife Chioma Rowland Adeleke, manager Asa, and longtime collaborator DJ ECool.

    Held ahead of a sold-out concert at the 21,000-seat State Farm Arena as part of his ongoing 5ive Alive Tour, the event featured a lively atmosphere filled with music, laughter, and heartfelt toasts.

    Videos circulating online captured Davido at the center of the festivities, surrounded by loved ones.

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    Reflecting on his path during the party, Davido highlighted his evolution from a teenage artist to a global icon.

    He noted that he released his debut single at age 17 and now, at 33, views the past year as one of his most fulfilling.

    “I dropped my first song when I was 17, and now I’m 33. This year is one of my best years ever; I got married to the most beautiful woman and we had our babies”, he said.

    The singer credited much of this joy to his recent marriage to Chioma and the arrival of his twins.

    Davido also generated buzz among fans by announcing progress on his sixth studio album, just seven months after the April 18 launch of his fifth project, 5ive.

  • Ruger dismisses feud with Davido, declares loves

    Ruger dismisses feud with Davido, declares loves

    Afrobeats singer Ruger has denied any beef with senior colleague Davido, stating that he loves and respects him.

    The clarification comes after Davido’s fans accused Ruger of taking sides in the rivalry between Davido and Wizkid.

    “When you’re ready apologise and beg Davido publicly, your song will enter No 1,” a fan wrote.

    In a series of posts on social media, Ruger emphasised that he has no issue with Davido and believes they are on good terms.

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    He questioned the need for an apology, asking “And did Davido tell you I did anything wrong to him?”

    Ruger also expressed admiration for Davido, stating that he loves him and knows that Davido feels the same way.

    He attributed the controversy to fans and emphasised that he will only believe there’s an issue if Davido addresses it publicly or directly.

    “I love Davido and i know he loves me too. People on his team still repost my sh*t. I will never believe this agenda that he doesn’t f*ck with me except he says it to my face or publicly. But if him talk am, everywhere go first blur Sha,” he wrote.

  • How I skipped school in 2011 for an Ibadan show – Davido

    How I skipped school in 2011 for an Ibadan show – Davido

    Afrobeats superstar Davido has shared a nostalgic post about his early days as a performer.

    The Grammy-nominated artist reminisced about skipping school in 2011 to perform in Ibadan.

    Fast-forward to the present, Davido is now headlining his 5ive Alive tour across Nigeria, with Ibadan inclusive, which has been a huge success.

    The tour has seen him perform to massive crowds and collaborate with other prominent artists.

    Davido wrote on X, “In 2011, I skipped school to perform in Ibadan. Asa, Peju, B Red and Sina picked me up from Babcock, and we drove to join the Lynxxx and Friends Tour. I had no idea it was going to air on Soundcity, and when my pops saw it, I got in so much trouble.

    “14 years later, we destroyed the stadium. The 5ive Alive run across Nigeria has been one for the books.”

    Davido is using his platform to encourage his peers to invest in their homeland and give back to their roots.

    “To my peers, let’s build back home and give back to our roots. Big love to all our sponsors for backing this historic tour”, he added.

    The tour is set to continue with upcoming shows in Abuja and Lagos.

    Davido will also perform at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta on November 20th to celebrate his birthday on the 21st.

    “Abuja and Lagos up next, but next stop is ATL for my birthday, State Farm Arena on November 20th,” he concluded.

  • How Davido’s ‘5ive’ after party at The Patio became Ibadan’s biggest nightlife success

    How Davido’s ‘5ive’ after party at The Patio became Ibadan’s biggest nightlife success

    The city of Ibadan witnessed a historic night of glitz, glamour, and star power as The Patio, one of the city’s top luxury lounges, hosted Davido’s official ‘5ive’ concert after-party on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

    The event, held in collaboration with Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), exceeded expectations and has since been hailed as Ibadan’s biggest nightlife success in recent years.

    By late evening, The Patio’s Bashorun venue was packed with celebrities, influencers, and top socialites from across the Southwest who enjoyed a world-class ambience filled with music, fine dining, and star-studded entertainment.

    Davido, who arrived in grand style alongside members of his DMW crew and others, sent the crowd into wild excitement.

    The superstar mingled with fans and VIP guests, turning the night into a once-in-a-lifetime experience for attendees.

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    The event sold out days before the show, confirming The Patio’s growing reputation as the new heartbeat of Ibadan’s nightlife.

    Speaking after the event, The Patio’s CEO, Musa Ajadi, expressed satisfaction with the turnout, saying the night reflected “Ibadan’s new confidence in offering premium entertainment experiences.”

    He commended the guests for their support and promised more world-class events in the future.

  • I don’t care about Grammys but I want it for Davido – Omah Lay

    I don’t care about Grammys but I want it for Davido – Omah Lay

    Afrobeats singer Omah Lay has expressed mixed feelings about his first-ever Grammy nomination, celebrating the milestone while downplaying the significance of awards in his career.

    The Afrobeats star secured the nod for his collaboration with Davido on the track “With You,” which is up for Best African Music Performance at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.

    In an Instagram post on his fans platform, Omah Lay shared his thrill over the recognition but emphasised that accolades hold little personal value.

    He redirected his enthusiasm toward his collaborator, calling Davido his most loyal supporter during tough times and expressing a strong desire for the artist to finally claim the win.

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    “I’m excited about this Grammy nomination haha but fr fr I don’t give a sh!t about awards. Yeah but I really want it for OBO! he is the realest friend I’ve had in while, he stood by during my hardest times,” Omah Lay wrote.

    Davido, who has yet to take home a Grammy despite four prior nominations, including two in the Best African Music Performance category since its debut in 2023, remains a dominant force in the genre.

    The 2026 Grammy ceremony is set for February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

  • FULL LIST: Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Ayra Starr, others nominated for 2026 Grammy awards

    FULL LIST: Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Ayra Starr, others nominated for 2026 Grammy awards

    The 2026 Grammy Awards have announced their nominations, showcasing a diverse range of talented artists.

    Kendrick Lamar tops the list with nine nominations, followed closely by Lady Gaga with seven.

    The ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

    African artists have made a significant impact, with Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid all receiving nominations.

    Burna Boy leads the African contingent with two nominations: Best African Music Performance for “Love” and Best Global Music Album for “No Sign of Weakness.”

    Other notable nominations include Sabrina Carpenter’s second consecutive Album of the Year nod for “Man’s Best Friend” and Lady Gaga’s fifth Album of the Year nod for “MAYHEM.”

    The Best New Artist category features emerging stars like KATSEYE, Olivia Dean, and Addison Rae.

    The 2026 Grammys also introduce two new categories: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover.

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    See the full list of nominees below:

    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”
    Doechii – “Anxiety”
    Billie Eilish – “Wildflower”
    Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”
    Kendrick Lamar with SZA – “Luther”
    Chappell Roan – “The Subway”
    Rosé and Bruno Mars – “APT.”

    Song of the Year

    Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”
    Doechii – “Anxiety”
    Rosé and Bruno Mars – “APT.”
    “DtMF” – Bad Bunny
    Huntr/x (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami) – “Golden” (from KPop Demon Hunters)
    Kendrick Lamar with SZA – “Luther”
    Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
    Billie Eilish – “Wildflower”

    Best African Music Performance

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

    Best Global Music Performance

    Bad Bunny – “EoO”
    Ciro Hurtado – “Cantando en el Camino”
    Angélique Kidjo – “Jerusalema”
    Yeisy Rojas – “Inmigrante Y Que?”
    Shakti – “Shrini’s Dream” (Live)
    Anoushka Shankar featuring Alam Khan & Sarathy Korwar – “Daybreak”

    Best New Artist

    Olivia Dean
    KATSEYE
    The Marias
    Addison Rae
    Sombr
    Leon Thomas
    Alex Warren
    Lola Young

    Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical

    Amy Allen
    Edgar Barrera
    Jessie Jo Dillon
    Tobias Jesso Jr.
    Laura Veltz

    Producer of the Year, Non-Classical

    Dan Auerbach
    Cirkut
    Dijon
    Blake Mills
    Sounwave

    Best Pop Solo Performance

    Justin Bieber – “Daisies”
    Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
    Lady Gaga – “Disease”
    Chappell Roan – “The Subway”
    Lola Young – “Messy”

    Best Pop Vocal Album

    Justin Bieber – Swag
    Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend
    Miley Cyrus – Something Beautiful
    Lady Gaga – Mayhem
    Teddy Swims – I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)

    Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

    Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande – “Defying Gravity”
    Huntr/x (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami) – “Golden”
    KATSEYE – “Gabriela”
    Rosé and Bruno Mars – “APT.”
    SZA with Kendrick Lamar – “30 for 30”

    Best Dance Pop Recording

    Selena Gomez & benny blanco – “Bluest Flame”
    Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”
    Zara Larsson – “Midnight Sun”
    Tate McRae – “Just Keep Watching”
    PinkPantheress – “Illegal”

    Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album

    Laila Biali – Wintersongs
    Jennifer Hudson – The Gift Of Love
    Elton John & Brandi Carlile – Who Believes In Angels?
    Lady Gaga – Harlequin
    Laufey – A Matter Of Time
    Barbra Streisand – The Secret Of Life: Partners, Volume 2

    Best Dance Electronic Album

    FKA twigs – Eusexua
    Fred again.. – Ten Days
    PinkPantheress – Fancy That
    Rüfüs Du Sol – Inhale / Exhale
    Skrillex – Fuck U Skrillex You Think Ur Andy Warhol But Ur Not!! <3

    Best Dance/Electronic Recording

    Disclosure & Anderson .Paak – “No Cap”
    Fred again.., Skepta, & PlaqueBoyMax – “Victory Lap”
    Kaytranada – “Space Invader”
    Skrillex – “Voltage”
    Tame Impala – “End of Summer”

    Best Rock Album

    Deftones – Private Music
    Haim – I Quit
    Linkin Park – From Zero
    Turnstile – Never Enough
    Yungblud – Idols

    Best Rock Song

    Nine Inch Nails – “As Alive As You Need Me To Be”
    Sleep Token – “Caramel
    Hayley Williams – “Glum”
    Turnstile – “Never Enough”
    Yungblud – “Zombie”

    Best Metal Performance

    Dream Theater – “Night Terror”
    Ghost – “Lachryma”
    Sleep Token – “Emergence”
    Spiritbox – “Soft Spine”
    Turnstile – “Birds”

    Best Rock Performance

    Amyl and The Sniffers – “U Should Not Be Doing That”
    Linkin Park – “The Emptiness Machine”
    Turnstile – “Never Enough”
    Hayley Williams – “Mirtazapine”
    Yungblud featuring Nuno Bettencourt, Frank Bello, Adam Wakeman, II – “Changes” (Live From Villa Park, Back To The Beginning)

    Best Alternative Music Performance

    Bon Iver – “Everything Is Peaceful Love”
    The Cure – “Alone”
    Turnstile – “Seein’ Stars”
    Wet Leg – “Mangetout”
    Hayley Williams – “Parachute”

    Best Alternative Music Album

    Bon Iver – SABLE, fABLE
    The Cure – Songs Of A Lost World
    Tyler, The Creator – Don’t Tap the Glass
    Wet Leg – Moisturizer
    Hayley Williams – Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party

    Best R&B Album

    Givēon – Beloved
    Coco Jones – Why Not More?
    Ledisi – The Crown
    Teyana Taylor – Escape Room
    Leon Thomas – Mutt

    Best R&B Song

    Kehlani – “Folded”
    Summer Walker – “Heart Of A Woman”
    Chris Brown Featuring Bryson Tiller – “It Depends”
    Durand Bernarr – “Overqualified”
    Leon Thomas – “Yes It Is”

    Best R&B Performance

    Justin Bieber – “Yukon”
    Chris Brown Featuring Bryson Tiller – “It Depends”
    Kehlani – “Folded”
    Leon Thomas – “Mutt” (Live From NPR’s Tiny Desk)
    Summer Walker – “Heart Of A Woman”

    Best Traditional R&B Performance

    Durand Bernarr – “Here We Are”
    Lalah Hathaway – “Uptown”
    Ledisi – “Love You Too”
    SZA – “Crybaby”
    Leon Thomas – “Vibes Don’t Lie”

    Best Progressive R&B Album

    Durand Bernarr – Bloom
    Bilal – Adjust Brightness
    Destin Conrad – Love on Digital
    Flo – Access All Areas
    Terrace Martin & Kenyon Dixon – Come As You Are

    Best Spoken Word Poetry Album

    Queen Sheba – A Hurricane in Heels: healed people don’t act like that (partially recorded live @City Winery & other places)
    Marc Marcel – Black Shaman
    Omari Hardwick & Anthony Hamilton – Pages
    Saul Williams, Carlos Niño & Friends – Saul Williams meets Carlos Niño & Friends At Treepeople
    Mad Skillz – Words For Days Vol. 1

    Best Rap Album

    Clipse – Let God Sort Em Out
    GloRilla – Glorious
    JID – God Does Like Ugly
    Kendrick Lamar – GNX
    Tyler, The Creator – Chromakopia

    Best Rap Song

    Doechii – “Anxiety”
    Clipse featuring John Legend and Voices of Fire – “The Birds Don’t Sing”
    Tyler, The Creator featuring GloRilla, Sexyy Red, and Lil Wayne – “Sticky”
    GloRilla – “TGIF”
    Kendrick Lamar featuring Lefty Gunplay – “TV Off”

    Best Melodic Rap Performance

    Fridayy featuring Meek Mill – “Proud Of Me”
    JID featuring Ty Dolla $ign & 6Lack – “Wholeheartedly”
    Kendrick Lamar with SZA – “Luther”
    Terrace Martin and Kenyon Dixon featuring Rapsody – “WeMaj”
    PartyNextDoor and Drake – “Somebody Loves Me”

    Best Rap Performance

    Cardi B – “Outside”
    Clipse featuring Kendrick Lamar and Pharrell Williams – “Chains & Whips”
    Doechii – “Anxiety”
    Kendrick Lamar featuring Lefty Gunplay – “TV Off”
    Tyler, The Creator featuring Teezo Touchdown – “Darling, I”

    Best Música Urbana Album

    Bad Bunny – DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS
    J Balvin – Mixteip
    Feid – Ferxxo Vol X: Sagrado
    Nicki Nicole – Naiki
    Trueno – Eub Deluxe
    Yandel – Sinfónico (En Vivo)

    Best Música Mexicana Album (Including Tejano)

    Fuerza Regida, Grupo Frontera – Mala Mía
    Grupo Frontera – Y Lo Que Viene
    Paola Jara – Sin Rodeos
    Carín León – Palabra De To’s (Seca)
    Bobby Pulido and Friends Una Tuya Y Una Mía – Por La Puerta Grande (En Vivo)

    Best Latin Pop Album

    Rauw Alejandro – Cosa Nuestra
    Andrés Cepeda – Bogotá (Deluxe)
    Karol G – Tropicoqueta
    Natalia Lafourcade – Cancionera
    Alejandro Sanz – ¿Y ahora qué?

    Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album

    Aterciopelados – Genes Rebeldes
    Astropical – Astropical
    Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso – Papota
    Los Wizzards – Algorhythm
    Fito Paez – Novela

    Best Tropical Latin Album

    Rubén Blades, Roberto Delgado & Orquesta – Fotografías
    Gloria Estefan – Raíces
    Grupo Niche – Clásicos 1.0
    Alain Pérez – Bingo
    Gilberto Santa Rosa – Debut y Segunda Tanda, Vol. 2

    Best Traditional Country Album

    Charley Crockett – Dollar A Day
    Lukas Nelson – American Romance
    Willie Nelson – Oh What A Beautiful World
    Margo Price – Hard Headed Woman
    Zach Top – Ain’t In It For My Health

    Best Contemporary Country Album

    Kelsea Ballerini – Patterns
    Tyler Childers – Snipe Hunter
    Eric Church – Evangeline Vs. The Machine
    Jelly Roll – Beautifully Broken
    Miranda Lambert – Postcards From Texas

    Best Country Solo Performance

    Tyler Childers – “Nose On The Grindstone”
    Shaboozey – “Good News”
    Chris Stapleton – “Bad As I Used To Be”
    Zach Top – “I Never Lie”
    Lainey Wilson – “Somewhere Over Laredo”

    Best Country Duo/Group Performance

    Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton – “A Song To Sing”
    Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson – “Trailblazer”
    Margo Price and Tyler Childers – “Love Me Like You Used To Do”
    Shaboozey and Jelly Roll – “Amen”
    George Strait and Chris Stapleton – “Honky Tonk Hall Of Fame”

    Best Country Song

    Tyler Childers – “Bitin’ List”
    Shaboozey – “Good News”
    Zach Top – “I Never Lie”
    Lainey Wilson – “Somewhere Over Laredo”
    Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton – “A Song To Sing”

    Best American Roots Performance

    Jon Batiste featuring Randy Newman – “Lonely Avenue”
    I’m With Her – “Ancient Light”
    Jason Isbell – “Crimson And Clay”
    Alison Krauss and Union Station – “Richmond On The James”
    Mavis Staples – “Beautiful Strangers”

    Best Americana Performance

    Sierra Hull – “Boom”
    Maggie Rose & Grace Potter – “Poison In My Well”
    Mavis Staples – “Godspeed”
    Molly Tuttle – “That’s Gonna Leave A Mark”
    Jesse Welles – “Horses”

    Best American Roots Song

    I’m With Her – “Ancient Light”
    Jon Batiste – “Big Money”
    Jason Isbell – “Foxes In The Snow”
    Jesse Welles – “Middle”
    Sierra Hull – “Spitfire”

    Best Americana Album

    Jon Batiste – Big Money
    Larkin Poe – Bloom
    Willie Nelson – Last Leaf On The Tree
    Molly Tuttle – So Long Little Miss Sunshine
    Jesse Welles – Middle

    Best Bluegrass Album

    Michael Cleveland & Jason Carter – Carter & Cleveland
    Sierra Hull – A Tip Toe High Wire
    Alison Krauss & Union Station – Arcadia
    The Steeldrivers – Outrun
    Billy Strings – Highway Prayers

    Best Traditional Blues Album

    Buddy Guy – Ain’t Done With The Blues
    Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’ – Room On The Porch
    Maria Muldaur – One Hour Mama: The Blues Of Victoria Spivey
    Charlie Musselwhite – Look Out Highway
    Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush – Young Fashioned Ways

    Best Contemporary Blues Album

    Joe Bonamassa – Breakthrough
    Samantha Fish – Paper Doll
    Eric Gales – A Tribute To LJK
    Robert Randolph – Preacher Kids
    Southern Avenue – Family

    Best Folk Album

    Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson – What Did The Blackbird Say To The Crow
    Patty Griffin – Crown Of Roses
    I’m With Her – Wild And Clear And Blue
    Jason Isbell – Foxes In The Snow
    Jesse Welles – Under The Powerlines (April 24 – September 24)

    Best Gospel Performance/Song

    Kirk Franklin – “Do It Again”
    Tasha Cobbs Leonard, John Legend – “Church”
    Jonathan McReynolds & Jamal Roberts – “Still” (Live)
    Pastor Mike Jr – “Amen”
    Cece Winans featuring Shirley Caesar – “Come Jesus Come”

    Best Global Music Album

    Siddhant Bhatia – Sounds Of Kumbha
    Burna Boy – No Sign of Weakness
    Youssou N’Dour – Eclairer le monde – Light the World
    Shakti – Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live)
    Anoushka Shankar Featuring Alam Khan & Sarathy Korwar – Chapter III: We Return To Light
    Caetano Veloso And Maria Bethânia – Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo

    Best Musical Theater Album

    Buena Vista Social Club
    Death Becomes Her
    Gypsy
    Just In Time
    Maybe Happy Ending

    Best Reggae Album

    Lila Iké – Treasure Self Love
    Vybz Kartel – Heart & Soul
    Keznamdi – Blxxd & Fyah
    Mortimer – From Within
    Jesse Royal – No Place Like Home

    Best Comedy Album

    Bill Burr – Drop Dead Years
    Sarah Silverman – PostMortem
    Ali Wong – Single Lady
    Jamie Foxx – What Had Happened Was…
    Nate Bargatze –Your Friend, Nate Bargatze

    Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording

    Kathy Garver – Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Carol Connors Story
    Trevor Noah – Into The Uncut Grass
    Ketanji Brown Jackson – Lovely One: A Memoir
    Dalai Lama – Meditations: The Reflections Of His Holiness The Dalai Lama
    Fab Morvan – You Know It’s True: The Real Story Of Milli Vanilli

    Best Compilation Soundtrack For Visual Media

    Timothée Chalamet – A Complete Unknown
    Various Artists – F1® The Album
    Various Artists – KPop Demon Hunters
    Various Artists – Sinners
    Various Artists – Wicked

    Best Song Written For Visual Media

    Nine Inch Nails – “As Alive As You Need Me To Be” (from Tron: Ares)
    Huntr/x (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami) – “Golden” (from KPop Demon Hunters)
    Miles Caton – “I Lied to You” (from Sinners)
    Elton John and Brandi Carlile – “Never Too Late” (from Elton John: Never Too Late)
    Jayme Lawson – “Pale, Pale Moon” (from Sinners)
    Rod Wave – “Sinners” (from Sinners)

    Best Score Soundtrack For Visual Media (Includes Film and Television)

    John Powell – How to Train Your Dragon
    Theodore Shapiro – Severance: Season 2
    Ludwig Göransson – Sinners
    John Powell & Stephen Schwartz – Wicked
    Kris Bowers – The Wild Robot

    Best Music Video

    Sade – “Young Lion”
    Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”
    Clipse – “So Be It”
    Doechii – “Anxiety”
    OK Go – “Love”

    Best Music Film

    Devo – Devo
    Raye – Live at the Royal Albert Hall
    Diane Warren – Relentless
    John Williams – Music by John Williams
    Pharrell Williams – Piece by Piece

    Best Album Cover

    Tyler, The Creator – Chromakopia (Shaun Llewellyn & Luis “Panch” Perez)
    Djo – The Crux (William Wesley II)
    Bad Bunny – Debí Tirar Más Fotos (Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio)
    Perfume Genius – Glory (Cody Critcheloe & Andrew J.S.)
    Wet Leg – Moisturizer (Hester Chambers, Ellis Durand, Henry Holmes, Matt de Jong, Jamie-James Medina, Joshua Mobaraki & Rhian Teasdale)

  • Davido: Oyo govt backs 5ive Concert in Ibadan

    Davido: Oyo govt backs 5ive Concert in Ibadan

    Grammy nominee and Afrobeats superstar Davido will continue his much-anticipated ‘5ive Concert’ tour of Nigeria in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

    In a confirmation by the organisers, the Oyo state government has thrown its weight behind the concert with the aim of boosting the state’s tourism potential.

    The mega show, which has kept the ancient city of Ibadan bubbling with excitement and is expected to draw over 20,000 music lovers from across the Southwest to the Liberty Stadium venue of the concert.

    With promises to be a night of glitz, thrills, and high-octane performances, fans are already in countdown mode as the global hitmaker prepares to light up the stage with his chart-topping songs.

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    Adding spice to the evening, Davido will share the stage with some of Ibadan’s most talented homegrown acts, including Keanzo, Fabulous Pizzy, Dele Omo Woli, and Sade Blaq, who are all set to thrill the crowd with energetic performances.

    According to the organisers, the concert is not just about entertainment but also about promoting local talent and projecting Ibadan as a vibrant entertainment destination.

    In a statement, the organisers noted that the government’s involvement underscores its growing support for the creative industry as a driver of youth engagement and tourism.

    Already, the city’s hospitality sector is feeling the buzz as thousands of fans troop in from all parts of the southwest for the concert.

  • The Patio to host Davido’s official ‘5ive’ after party in Ibadan

    The Patio to host Davido’s official ‘5ive’ after party in Ibadan

    Ibadan is set to come alive this weekend as The Patio Ibadan, in collaboration with Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), hosts the official after-party for Davido’s ‘5ive’ concert on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 11 p.m.

    The highly anticipated event, tagged “Davido 5ive Official After Party,” will be held at The Patio, Bashorun, Ibadan, one of Ibadan’s most exclusive nightlife destinations.

    According to the organisers, access to the event will be strictly by table reservation, with packages starting at ₦1 million for VIP Black, ₦2 million for VIP Gold, and ₦5 million for the premium “Table with Davido” experience.

    Davido’s decision to host his official after-party in Ibadan, among all the South-West states outside Lagos has generated widespread excitement.

    The move is being interpreted as a recognition of Ibadan’s fast-growing entertainment culture and The Patio’s rising profile as a luxury hotspot capable of hosting top-tier events.

    The Patio’s emergence as a nightlife brand of choice is largely credited to Musa Ajadi, The Patio CEO, have positioned The Patio as a bridge between Ibadan’s vibrant social life and the glamour of Lagos entertainment, offering a world-class experience that continues to attract celebrities, socialites, and high-net-worth individuals.

    Musa Ajadi is the son of the late Chief Lamidi Adebisi Ajadi a popular Ibadan businessman, industrialist, and philanthropist who passed away on June 10, 2025, at the age of 89. The late Chief Ajadi, founder of Lamidi Ajadi & Sons Nigeria Limited, popularly known as Tyre House was a pioneer in the automobile and tyre business and a respected figure in the Ibadan Muslim community.

    His legacy of enterprise and service continues through his children, with The Patio standing today as a modern extension of that vision, creating jobs, promoting urban entertainment, and putting Ibadan on the national nightlife map.

    Under the leadership of Mr Ajadi Musa, The Patio has hosted a long list of high-profile events and celebrity appearances, drawing attention to Ibadan as a thriving cultural and social hub.

    His commitment to excellence, innovation, and hospitality has helped redefine nightlife standards in the city.

    As preparations for the Davido 5ive Official After Party intensify, expectations are high for a night filled with music, celebrity appearances, and an atmosphere of pure celebration.

  • I would love to play taxi driver role in a movie – Davido

    I would love to play taxi driver role in a movie – Davido

    Music sensation Davido has set his sights on the film industry, revealing his desire to play the role of a taxi driver in an upcoming movie.

    Speaking at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) panel session titled; “Rhythms of the Continent: The Afrobeat Movement and Its Impacts on African Film”, Davido expressed his excitement about venturing into film production and collaborating with African creatives.

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    “My brother was saying that he was going to give me a role. I told him I wanted to do a role that would be shot by a taxi driver or something — like something out of the blue. He has to figure that out. So I definitely want to get involved in movies,” he said.

    The award-winning artist cited international stars like 50 Cent, who have successfully transitioned into film and television production, as his inspiration.

    Davido said he aims to produce authentic stories that reflect African experiences, drawing from his own inspiration from series like “Uncorked”.

  • Davido expands 5ive Alive tour to Abuja

    Davido expands 5ive Alive tour to Abuja

    Grammy-nominated singer Davido has added an Abuja show to his 5ive Alive Tour lineup, scheduled for December 14, 2025, at Eagle Square.

    The concert promises an “unforgettable night of music and energy”. 

    He wrote: “You asked for it… now it’s official! 

    ABUJA — DEC 14TH. The #5iveAliveTour finally lands in the capital”.

    This addition comes after the tour’s successful kickoff in Uyo, where Davido sold out the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium with 30,000 fans.

    The 5ive Alive Tour celebrates Davido’s fifth studio album and will feature performances across major Nigerian cities, including Yola, Enugu, Ibadan, and Lagos, where the grand finale is set to take place on Christmas Day.