Nigerian rapper Ice Prince has credited MI Abaga for mentoring him and teaching him how to rap, attributing his success to the training

Nigerian rap artist Ice Prince Zamani, widely known as Ice Prince, has openly discussed his journey within Nigeria’s vibrant music and rap scene.

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In a recent interview with Isbaeu, Ice Prince acknowledged his fellow rapper MI Abaga for his pivotal role in his development, stating that MI personally taught him the intricacies of rap and served as his mentor.

During the conversation, Ice Prince affectionately referred to MI as his older brother, revealing that he underwent years of training under MI’s guidance.

He directly attributed his achievements in the industry to the mentorship and comprehensive training he received from MI Abaga.

Ice Prince confidently asserted his abilities: “I can rap on any beat, with anybody, any rapper and I will stand out. I’m not going to have a wack verse on a song. I’m not saying other rappers cannot rap or do their thing but it can’t be said that I’m wack. I was brought up by the best, shout out to MI Abaga. I rapped with MI for years. That’s my big brother, he taught me how to do this and he taught me well.”

The rapper, who rose to prominence following the release of his 2011 hit single “Oleku,” has since established himself as one of the leading figures in Nigerian rap music.

Ice Prince previously shared that his passion for rap ignited partly because he lacked the financial means to pursue further education at university.

This revelation adds another layer to his journey and underscores the significant impact of MI Abaga’s mentorship on his successful career.

International Afrobeats star CKay has officially ended his recording agreement with Warner Music South Africa in a mutual and strategic decision, signaling a new chapter in his career

Renowned international Afrobeats artist CKay has officially concluded his recording agreement with Warner Music South Africa, marking the end of a significant chapter in his burgeoning career.

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The artist, celebrated for his global chart-topping hits such as “Love Nwantiti,” “Emiliana,” and numerous others, confirmed that the decision to not renew his contract was a mutual and strategic one between him and the record label.

Speaking about this development, CKay expressed gratitude for his time with Warner Music South Africa while also expressing anticipation for future endeavors.

“Every journey has a beginning and an end, and my journey with Warner Music South Africa was a very important one which i’m grateful for. Now it’s time for me to explore new energy and new horizons,” the artist stated.

With an impressive track record boasting over 2 billion streams across various platforms and a reputation for propelling Afrobeats onto the global stage, CKay’s next career move is highly anticipated by fans and industry insiders alike.

Sources close to the artist suggest that a major announcement is imminent, and followers can expect a fresh wave of music and a new artistic direction in the coming weeks.

“Every journey has a beginning and an end, and my journey with Warner Music South Africa was a very important one which i’m grateful for. Now it’s time for me to explore new energy and new horizons,” said CKay.

In the previous year, CKay took a significant step in his career by launching his own record label, Boyfriend Music Limited. This venture was co-founded with his long-time friend and manager, Joseph Salubi, indicating a move towards greater creative control and ownership of his musical output.

CKay’s ascent to stardom began with the release of his groundbreaking hit song ‘Love Nwantiti’ in 2019. The track rapidly evolved into one of Afrobeats’ most successful exports, introducing Nigerian music to vast new audiences worldwide.

Following a surge in popularity on TikTok in 2021, the smash hit single achieved remarkable success, eventually being certified 8 times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

‘Love Nwantiti,’ the lead track from CKay’s EP ‘CKay The First,’ continues to hold its record as the most certified Nigerian song in the United States.

Prior to his association with Warner Music South Africa, CKay was initially signed to Loopy Music, which later merged with Chocolate City in 2015.

Under the Chocolate City label, he released his second extended play, ‘CKay the First,’ which featured the global sensation ‘Love Nwantiti.’ In 2021, CKay clarified that he was signed to Warner Music South Africa, marking the beginning of the journey that has now come to a close.

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido claims his 2012 hit song ‘Dami Duro’ was the ringtone of the then-President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, a fact revealed to him by a presidential source

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has made a surprising claim that his 2012 breakout hit single, ‘Dami Duro,’ served as the ringtone for the then-President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan.

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Davido revealed this intriguing detail during a recent interview with Power FM in the United States, where he opened up about the initial challenges he faced with his father, Deji Adeleke, who was not initially supportive of his decision to pursue a career in music.

According to Davido, his father’s resistance began to soften after the immense success of ‘Dami Duro,’ which even garnered presidential recognition. “My dad accepted my decision to do music after he heard my second single, ‘Dami Duro.’ The song blew up,” Davido explained.

He further elaborated on the extent of his father’s initial disapproval, stating, “Before then, my dad was using the police and army to stop my show and arrest show promoters, artistes, and everyone connected to any show I am billed to perform in.

But when ‘Dami Duro’ became a huge success… I think it was the President’s ringtone. Someone told me. At that point, people started advising my dad to allow me to do music,” Davido shared during the interview, which aired on April 8, 2025.

Davido also recounted how he eventually decided to honor his father’s wish for him to continue his education. He expressed that his relationship with his father has transformed significantly over the years, from a state of fear to one of close friendship and mutual respect.

“I went further and accepted to return to school. I said I didn’t have to run away, that I should have spoken to him. No way, I was younger then and he was unapproachable. I told him I was scared of him.

Then, I was a kid. Now, we are best friends, we talk about everything. He comes to all my shows. He is very involved in my business,” Davido stated, highlighting the positive evolution of his relationship with his father.