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Rema Claims ‘Calm Down’ Paved the Way for Afrobeats Award Categories

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1 year ago

September 14, 2024

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Nigerian artist Divine Ikubor, better known as Rema, recently suggested that his hit single ‘Calm Down’ has significantly influenced the inclusion of an Afrobeats category in international award shows.

In a candid interview on ‘The Breakfast Club,’ Rema confidently placed himself alongside major Afrobeats stars like Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.

While acknowledging the contributions of these industry veterans, Rema expressed a desire to assert his place in the genre.

“I don’t want to be seen as the Afrobeats Messiah,” he stated.

“I sometimes wish the veterans would acknowledge it, but if no one else will, then I suppose I have to.”

Rema emphasized that his recent successes have had a tangible impact, noting that the creation of an Afrobeats category at prestigious award events was partly due to the success of his music.

“Respect to the OGs,” he added, “but I believe I am one of the Big 4.

The creation of an Afrobeats category in major award shows is a direct result of my song’s success.”

The MTV Video Music Awards, for instance, introduced a Best Afrobeats Song category last year, with Rema’s ‘Calm Down Remix’ featuring Selena Gomez securing the inaugural win.

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Priscilla Mkambala and Juma Jux Celebrate 1st Wedding Anniversary

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19 hours ago

February 7, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Nigerian influencer and actress, Priscilla Mkambala and her husband, Juma Jux, celebrate 1 year of their wedding anniversary.

it can be recalled that this time last year, the couple got married and made headlines. now they come again as they celebrate and share cute couple pictures, a remake of 2Pac and his partner, Jones.

fans and friends congratulate the couple and wish them a happy anniversary.

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2Face Opens Up About Fatherhood, Admits Falling Short as a Parent

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19 hours ago

February 7, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Nigerian singer 2Face admits to not being a responsible father to his kids. He admits this on a recent podcast episode where he stated that he has fallen short as a father to his kids.

“I want to really contribute to society positively. I want to be among those who make something meaningful happen. I want to contribute my own little quota to help society,” he said.

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Weekend Plans Sorted: 10 Movies You Can Watch in Cinemas Right Now

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19 hours ago

February 7, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Don’t know what to do this weekend? How about heading to the cinema to watch the current movies now showing? Here are 10 movies currently playing in cinemas: