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Tinubu hails Funke Akindele, creative industry

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President Bola Tinubu has lauded the growing contribution of the nation’s creative industry to the economic growth of the country, even as he extolled Funke Akindele, the Nollywood filmmaker for her recent box office accomplishment.

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Tope Ajayi, in a statement, yesterday, quoted Tinubu as saying: “The creative industry is one of the high-employment sectors, providing jobs for our able and talented youths. It is an industry that is crucial to my administration. I salute Nigerians for their enduring support and patronage of home-grown creative efforts. We will provide the conducive environment for the industry to thrive further.”

The statement noted Funke’s recent work, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, “grossed over a billion naira in revenue, a landmark of no mean feat. The interesting twist to this number is the fact that within a month, Akindele’s film grossed an unprecedented amount in a country with 91 cinemas and 303 screens.”

It added: “Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, was watched by film lovers in 71 cinemas across Nigeria during the holiday season. Despite these limited screens, the title still raked in N1.3 billion as of January 10, according to promoters.

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“It was not only Akindele’s ATCJ that recorded a massive box office hit. During the same period, Toyin Abraham’s film, ‘Malaika’ grossed over N250 million, while ‘Ada Omo Daddy’ by Mercy Aigbe made over N140 million.”

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Ayra Starr becomes most-viewed Nigerian female artist on YouTube

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Ayra Starr surpasses Yemi Alade as the most-viewed Nigerian female artist on YouTube, with her hit “Rush” now holding the top spot in views.

 

 

Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr has achieved a major milestone by becoming the most-viewed female artist from Nigeria on YouTube.

The 22-year-old recently overtook Yemi Alade, amassing a total of 811 million views, compared to Alade’s 805 million.

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Also read: Revealed! Why Tiwa Savage is crazy over Ayra Starr

 

Starr’s rise on the platform has been driven largely by her viral hit *Rush*, which has gathered over 395 million views, making it not only her most popular video but also the most-viewed music video by a Nigerian female artist.

This record was previously held by Alade’s *Johnny*, which long stood as a hallmark of Nigerian music on the platform.

Although Ayra Starr now leads in total views, Yemi Alade maintains the highest subscriber count among Nigerian female artists on YouTube, with 2.41 million subscribers.

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Starr follows closely in second place with 2.26 million subscribers, reflecting her growing fanbase and influence.

Ayra Starr’s achievement highlights her rapid ascent in the Nigerian music scene and showcases the impact of her distinctive sound and style on audiences worldwide.

Fans of both artists celebrate this new era of Nigerian music, where young stars continue to break records and expand the global reach of Afrobeats.

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Tiwa Savage declares herself the “Big 1” in Nigerian music amid “Big 3” debate

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Tiwa Savage weighs in on the “Big 3” debate in Nigerian music, declaring herself the “Big 1” when it comes to pure talent and vocal prowess.

 

 

Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage has entered the ongoing debate surrounding the “Big 3” in the Nigerian music industry, which typically includes Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy as the nation’s most influential artists.

However, there’s growing discussion about a possible “Big 4,” with fans and critics alike suggesting artists like Tiwa Savage, Rema, and Asake as strong contenders.

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Also read: Tiwa Savage reveals surprising truth about romantic advances

 

During a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM in Lagos, Tiwa Savage shared her views on being part of this elite list, boldly declaring herself as the “Big 1” in terms of talent.

When asked by the host if she felt a need to be considered in the “Big 3” or “Big 4,” Savage did not hold back. “Don’t get me started,” she replied confidently.

“If we are to go talent for talent, mic for mic, I am the Big 1. If you take off the numbers [streams], and whatever you want to judge the big whatever with, you can’t see me on the mic.”

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Savage’s remark highlights her belief in her vocal and artistic abilities, suggesting that streaming numbers or other industry metrics don’t fully capture her talent compared to her male counterparts.

“But again,” she added, “it’s not based on that [musical talent],” acknowledging that the current rankings may rely more on metrics beyond raw talent.

The “Big 3” debate has long captivated the Nigerian music scene, with Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy’s fans championing their respective idols.

Tiwa Savage’s confident take on the conversation not only asserts her place in the upper echelons of Nigerian music but also challenges the conventional ranking systems that may overlook artistry in favour of commercial success.

As the debate continues, Tiwa Savage’s strong statement adds fuel to the conversation, opening up discussions on what it truly means to be part of Nigeria’s music elite.

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Tems reveals she once mimicked Lil Wayne as a young rapper

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Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems shares her admiration for Lil Wayne, revealing she used to mimic the rapper during her younger years.

 

 

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has revealed her youthful admiration for American rapper Lil Wayne.

In a recent appearance on ‘The Cruz Show’ on Real 92.3 FM, the Oscar-nominated diva disclosed that she used to “pretend” to be a rapper, with Wayne serving as her role model.

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Also read: Tems releases debut album ‘Born In The Wild’

 

“Hip-hop is my thing. I used to pretend to be a rapper. I love Lil Wayne as well. I used to pretend to be Lil Wayne when I was younger,” she shared, reminiscing about her formative years and the influence the rapper had on her musical aspirations.

Tems expressed her eagerness to meet the hip-hop icon, saying, “I’ve not met Wayne. I want to meet him so bad. Very soon I know I’m going to meet him.”

This sentiment highlights the deep respect and admiration she holds for Lil Wayne, underscoring the impact he has had on her career.

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As Tems continues to rise in the music industry, her journey serves as a testament to the power of inspiration and the ways in which artists can influence one another across genres and generations.

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