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5 Sexy Disc Jockeys In Nigeria, What Stands Them Out

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3 years ago

May 11, 2023

Over the years, the Nigerian entertainment industry has witnessed the steady rise of female DJ’s; women who have dared to compete in an occupation mostly associated with men. From DJ Cuppy, to DJ Lambo, to DJ Tolanibaj and several other female DJs out there, entertainment lovers have been thrilled to the best of music mix-tapes. Here are the most notable and sexy ones.

DJ Tolanibaj: The former BBNaija housemate and actress, Tolani Baj, is gaining momentum in her disc jockey career; a career she received lots of bashing from, when she announced her intention. Last year, on her birthday, Baj had announced that she had joined the ranks of DJ Cuppy and other female DJs by embarking on a career as a disc jockey.

Her announcement was met with mixed reactions at the time, but Baj who revealed she was not going to allow the negative responses get to her, surely didn’t allow the backlash get to her, as she steadily built a career as a DJ, since then.

Known for her beautiful smile, Baj has gradually shown her determination to achieve her dreams. She has faced criticism, yet she has not given up. One of her Mixtapes, ‘Amapiano Flavor’, is a delight to the ears.

DJ Cuppy: Arguably one of the biggest DJs in Nigeria, DJ Cuppy, whose real name is Florence Otedola, has built a reputation for herself in the entertainment industry. Her achievements, which include performing at the 2nd Oil Barons Charity in Dubai, performing at the Financial Times of Mexico Luxury Summit in 2014 and performing at President Muhammadu Buhari’s Inauguration in 2015, stands her out as a successful and celebrity disc jockey.

Cuppy is also known by many of her fans as a recording artist, while some tag her a recording DJ. Some of her songs include; Gelato, Jollof on the jet, Litty Lit and Vybe.

In November 2022, Cuppy, who loves the colour pink, got engaged on stage to her Youtuber/BMX Rider boyfriend, Ryan Taylor. The pair have since married and live together in Dubai.

DJ Lambo: Many perceive DJ Lambo as being tomboyish, yet they marvel at how she has managed to maintain her beauty.Despite working in a field where men predominate, the big, bold and beautiful bundle of musical talents whose real name is Olawunmi Okerayi, is known to have performed in a large portion of the high-profile performances in town. One of her awards includes ‘ the DJ of the year award’, which she won at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards.

Lambo, whose relationship status is not known, has also produced some songs in the past. Some of her songs include; Queen of the Dancefloor, Bella, A tale of two cities, The motion and Bebe.

Dj Lambo is one of the richest and most influential Nigerian female DJs.

DJ Dimple Nipple: Rachel Oluwabukola Martins famously known as DJ Dimple Nipple, has made a name for herself as a dancer, an actress and a disc jockey. She became famous in the Nigerian internet space after featuring in some comedy skits alongside some top Nigerian online comedians. She has also acted in some TV dramas like House Helps by SCENEONE TV.

Dimple released her mixtape, ‘The Best Of Amapiano Thrills’, in 2020. The same year she won the City People Award for the DJ of the Year (Female Category).

”I’m the best DJ in Nigeria and that’s period! Because nobody is badder than me. What makes me stand out is me. My vibe is different. You got to love my mix and my song selections, I have a great taste for good music. I don’t just DJ , I dance while DJing, which no DJ in Africa does” she had once boasted in an interview.

DJ Pretty Play: DJ Pretty Play is one of the female Disc Jockeys making waves in the entertainment industry in Nigeria, on account of her talent on the wheel of steel and her looks. According to the reports, she started her career as a DJ in 2015.

In the same year, she performed at the popular Calabar carnival where she gained more connections.

She was born on the 29 of April 29, 1993. The beautiful female Disc Jockey is from Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria and she is a damn sight for sore eyes.

Many people who watch her perform are captivated by her stunning and captivating beauty and figure. And the beauty doesn’t let them off the hooks as she also dances sensually and rhythmically as she struts her stuff on the wheel.
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FULL LIST: Shallipopi, Belove Olocha, Malumfoodie Win Big At TikTok Awards 2025

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14 hours ago

December 8, 2025

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TikTok has announced the full list of winners for the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa, with Nigerian stars Shallipopi, Belove Olocha and South Africa’s Malumfoodie taking home some of the biggest honours of the night.

The ceremony held on December 6 in Johannesburg and attracted top creators, performers and industry figures from across the continent. The theme for this year’s event was New Era, New Icons.

The show featured performances from Ciza, Lord Kez, Thuli P, DJ Fif Laa and Thabsie. South African entertainer Bontle Modiselle Moloi hosted the event while Keegan Gordon and Zayaan Noorani handled the red carpet. Influencer Mihlali Ndamase made a surprise appearance to present the Video of the Year award. Olympian Akani Simbine also presented the Sport Creator of the Year category.

Brands including NIVEA, inDrive, Coca-Cola, PEP and Dis-Chem supported the awards.

TikTok’s Head of Content Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa, Boniswa Sidwaba, said the platform is recognising creators who are shaping global conversations.

She said, “Tonight’s ceremony was a gathering of the trailblazers who have redefined what it means to be a creator in Africa. From Sokoto to Nairobi, and Accra to Pretoria, we honoured the creators who turned 60-second clips into cultural movements. We are honoured to celebrate them as they amplify their voices and take their stories from Africa to the world.”

The ceremony will be rebroadcast on December 11 at 20:00 SAST on TikTok LIVE through the @tiktok.africa account.

FULL LIST OF WINNERS

Creator of the Year
Raja’atu Muhammed Ibrahim @diaryofanortherncook (Nigeria)

Storyteller of the Year
Brian Nwana @briannwana (Nigeria)
He said, “Every single creator is a storyteller. We all tell stories that help drive the local communities, our cities, and our countries, and when we do that we change the perception that the world has about us”.

Video of the Year
Fanuel John Masamaki @zerobrainer0 (Tanzania)
He said, “I am truly grateful to my fans and the love I have received from Tanzanians. Thank you so much . This win was for all of us.”

Rising Star of the Year
@tunero_animations (Kenya)
Runner up: Esther Francis @estherfrancisbackup (Nigeria)

Social Impact Creator of the Year
Dejoke Ogunbiyi @noositiwantiwa_ (Nigeria)
Runner up: Sinethemba Masinga @ufarm_julia (South Africa)

Food Creator of the Year
@malumfoodie (South Africa)
He said, “From my humble beginnings of Haamanskraal, to Soshanguve and to all of South Africa, now we are in Africa!”

Runner up: Abena Amoakoaa Sintim Aboagye @chefabbys (Ghana)

Sports Creator of the Year
John Maingi Mbugua @zozasportscast (Kenya)
He said, “Winning isn’t the finish line, it’s fuel for the next chapter. Every piece of content, every discussion, every moment captured was driven by passion, and receiving this recognition means that passion is resonating far beyond my expectations.”

Runner up: Victor Ademola @ademolavictortv (Nigeria)

Entertainment Creator of the Year
Belove Olocha @beloveolocha (Nigeria)
Runner up: Jabulani Macdonald @jabu_macdonald (South Africa)

Education Creator of the Year
Izzi Boye @izziboye (Nigeria)
Runner up: @michelle_expert (South Africa)

Artiste of the Year
Crown Uzama @theycallmeshallipopipp (Nigeria)
He said, “Thank you, TikTok, for supporting all upcoming artists and giving them a spotlight to shine.”

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TikTok Temporarily Restricts Late Night Live Feature In Nigeria

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15 hours ago

December 8, 2025

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TikTok has restricted late-night LIVE access for Nigerian users, as the platform now blocks the feature during peak night hours.

The restriction started on Sunday at midnight when the app quietly shut down all LIVE activities across Nigeria, leaving accounts unable to host or even watch late night streams.

According to an in-app message sent to creators, TikTok wrote, “We’re temporarily limiting LIVE late at night in Nigeria as part of our investigation to ensure our platform remains safe and our community stays protected.”

Many affected users shared that their screens showed a “No Access” label between 11pm and 5am, confirming that the shutdown was nationwide and not a technical glitch.

Reports showed that only creators with at least 1,000 followers received the notice, since they are the only ones allowed to host LIVE sessions on the platform.

Several of them confirmed that all LIVE activities stopped throughout the night, and no one could even view broadcasts from other countries during the restriction.

TikTok users who earn money through LIVE gifting said their balances were not touched, easing fears of sudden financial loss.

By Monday morning, LIVE access returned, but the whole situation triggered long conversations on social media as Nigerians questioned why the company picked late night hours, which usually record the highest traffic for match streams, entertainment shows and interactive trends.

TikTok’s latest move came a few weeks after the platform released fresh safety figures for West Africa at its Safety Summit in Dakar, Senegal.

The company revealed that in the second quarter of 2025, it took action against 2,321,813 LIVE sessions and 1,040,356 creators worldwide for breaking LIVE monetisation rules.

It also disclosed that Nigeria alone recorded 49,512 banned LIVE sessions within the same period.

TikTok added that it removed 3,780,426 Nigerian videos between April and June 2025 for violating Community Guidelines, noting that 98.7 percent were deleted before anyone viewed them, while 91.9 percent were taken down within 24 hours.

TikTok LIVE remains a popular feature among young users because it allows real time broadcasting, comments and gifting, unlike pre-recorded videos.

To go LIVE, a creator generally needs at least 1,000 followers, must be above 16 years to stream and above 18 years to earn money.

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Shola Allyson Finally Reveals Why She Refuses To Reference Jesus In Her Songs [VIDEO]

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3 days ago

December 6, 2025

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Nigerian songstress, Shola Allyson, has finally revealed why she does not mention the name of Jesus in all her songs.

Recall that Allyson, who is regarded as a gospel singer, was dragged on social media in March 2025 for not directly referencing ‘Jesus’ in all her songs.

Reacting to her critics in a post on X, the songstress stated that “No one can bully me into joining their darkness that looks like light because indolent souls find comfort in it”.

Finally revealing her reason for not mentioning Jesus in her songs, Shola Allyson on Saturday during her latest interview on Oyinmomo TV, stated that Jesus did not ask her to do PR for him.

She said “I’m not a religious singer. As I am, I have never introduced myself as a gospel singer. My name is Shola Allyson. I’m a singer”.

Interviewer; “Some people said you don’t mention ‘Jesus’ name’ in all your songs”.

She quickly responded “Jesus did not instruct us to mention his name in songs nor did Jesus ask us to do PR for Him”.

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