Grammy Award-winning singer, Wizkid has said a win for every musician the country produces will look good for the country. In a video that was cited by MyNigeria, he said: “People haven’t seen [us show each other love]. There’s actually…
WIZKID & SKEPTA ON BEING A FATHER AND A STAR
With one of our very own, Teezee recently joining the Dad Club, Father’s Day this year is a particularly poignant celebration for us here at The NATIVE. Honouring paternal bonds that have helped steer, support and supervise our lives, Sunday…
How Lagos, Nigeria, Became An International Music Hotspot
In August 2019, a 23-year-old musician named Stanley Omah Didia moved to Lagos from Port Harcourt after signing a record deal off the back of two singles that had been creating a buzz in the underground circuits for more than…
Nigeria to the world: Wizkid continues global exploits
Star singer, Ayo Balogun, aka Wizkid, has continued to excel on the global stage. His latest album, Made in Lagos enjoyed rave reviews across the world, even as his fan base stretched to hitherto ‘unconquered’ territories. Sunday Scoop highlights some of the singer’s achievements…
Nigeria: Wizkid, Tems Make Obama’s Favourite Music List for 2020
Mr Obama shared his list on Twitter where he revealed he had to consult his daughter Sasha to compile the list. Former United States president, Barack Obama, has released a 30-track list of his favourite music for the year 2020.…
Burna Boy And Wizkid Win Big At 2020 MOBO Awards
Wizkid and Burna Boy win big at the 2020 Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards. Burna Boy emerged winner the “Best International Act” while Wizkid won the “Best African Act” category beating the likes of Shatta Wale, Rema, Davido, Burna…
Top 3 Iconic Locations Shut Down By Nigerian Artistes
The global acceptance of the Afrobeat genre has made music one of Nigeria’s biggest exports as artistes from the country consistently garner praises, accolades and features on top music charts across the world. Nigerian artistes have also successfully performed and…
Wizkid: From Lagos With Love
In 2013, on the remix of Ice Prince’s hit song “Aboki”, Ghanian rapper Sarkodie sang “I pray Chineke go take Wizkid high” and it’s safe to say that little prayer was very well received in the high heavens because 7…
“From My Dear Son” – See Burna Boy Mum’s PRICELESS Reaction After Wizkid Surprised Her With A Gift
Singer, Wizkid has strengthened his ties with Grammy award-nominee, Burna Boy and his family after showing love for his mother, Bose Ogudu with gift. Bose Ogudu received a surprise bouquet gift from Wizkid and appreciating the gift, the adorable mother of the…
Wizkid Dedicates “Smile” Music Video To His Sons
Wizkid has shared the music video for his new hit single “Smile” which features grammy-winning American R&B singer H.E.R. The cheerful video which was released today featured appearances from Wizkid’s three sons; Bolu, Ayo and Zion who the music video is…