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Spotify Celebrates Wizkid’s “Ojuelegba” 10th Anniversary with 55M Streams

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Spotify has marked the 10th anniversary of Wizkid’s hit single “Ojuelegba,” recognizing its significant impact on the global music scene.

In a statement by Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, it was highlighted that the song has garnered over 55 million streams since its debut in 2014.

“Ojuelegba” played a pivotal role in shaping the rise of Afrobeats, propelling the genre onto the world stage and capturing the attention of millions of fans across different continents.

Okumu noted that the track’s influence extends far beyond its Nigerian roots, resonating with listeners in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France, and Nigeria, which make up the top five countries streaming the song.

As one of Wizkid’s most defining works, “Ojuelegba” solidified his place as a leading figure in African music.

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It not only became a cultural anthem but also contributed to the growing global recognition of Afrobeats.

Okumu emphasized that the song continues to be celebrated, even a decade later, as one of the most iconic tracks in the genre’s history.

This milestone reinforces the power of African music and its ability to influence global trends.

The anniversary of “Ojuelegba” serves as a reminder of the immense talent within the African music scene and the continued global expansion of Afrobeats.

As the genre keeps evolving, Wizkid’s legacy remains firmly entrenched, with “Ojuelegba” standing as a timeless testament to his artistry and the global reach of African sounds.

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Kim Kardashian Dazzles Fans in Trailer for Ryan Murphy’s “All’s Fair”

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Popular American Socialite Kim Kardashian gets attention from fans as the trailer for “All’s Fair”, a production by Ryan Murphy was released.

It can be noted that the socialite has been casted in the drama. “All’s Fair” is a drama based on an all female law firm, who fight to represent women in need with the tag “women representing women”.

Kim Kardashian plays a divorce attorney in the drama alongside popular actresses such as Naomi Watts and Niecy Nash-Betts.

The socialite shares the trailer on her social media page and fans react in awe of seeing her act once again. Many applaud her and state the role and acting gig as her calling.


 

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Nigerian Singer Omah Lay Announces Upcoming Album, Fans Anticipate

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Nigerian singer Omah Lay takes to social media to share his thoughts on the importance of money.

The singer takes to his official instagram page to share his brief thought on money and uses the chance to announcement his upcoming album.

Clarity Of Mind, Money is everything.” Fans then react by hyping up the singer as they await in anticipation for the upcoming album.


 

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Davido Reveals How He Chased Hennessy Out of Nigeria for Martell

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Nigerian Singer Davido shares how he chased a brand out of Nigeria due to his influence to its competitor.

During a recent interview, the singer shared his influence on Martell as their brand ambassador. He states the positive impact he has brought to the brand’s image.

When Martel came, I grew Martel’s GDP in Africa over 22%. That’s one individual doing that. That’s not like 10 artists doing that. Basically, I chased Henessey out of Nigeria. Go to the club, it’s hard to see a Hennessey bottle. It’s all Martell. I got called by the boss.”


 

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