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Nigerian Artistes Net N11bn From Spotify In 2022

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2 years ago

August 11, 2023

Spotify, an online streaming platform has revealed that Nigerian artistes made over N11 billion from the streaming platform in 2022.

Ms Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy, Spotify’s Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, made this known in a statement on Thursday in Lagos.

Muhutu-Remy said that Spotify launched its annual report, Loud & Clear, to increase transparency in the music industry by sharing data on Spotify’s royalty payments.

According to her, artistes deserve clarity about the economics of music streaming.

“In 2022, revenues generated by Nigerian artistes from Spotify alone reached over N11 billion, while Nigerian music industry revenues overall have grown by 63 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

“Revenues generated by Nigerian artistes from Spotify alone grew 74 per cent over this same period.

“The number of Nigerian artistes who generated more than N5 million and N10 million in royalties from Spotify alone has increased by nearly 25 per cent over in 2022.

“This figure represents revenue generated from Spotify alone, and does not take into account earnings from other services and recorded revenue streams, concert tickets or merch,” she said.

Muhutu-Remy said that Spotify is committed to ensuring African creators earn from their art, by exposing them to 550 million active users on the platform.

She said in addition to the data on the revenues generated by Nigerian artistes, there were also new data on top exported Afrobeats albums, top exported Afrobeats artistes, top exported Afrobeats tracks and top exported female Afrobeats tracks.

The managing director said some of the top cities outside of Lagos, where Afrobeats is getting the most streams are London, Paris, Abuja, Nairobi, Amsterdam and Accra.

“Our commitment at Spotify is to ensure that professional musicians make a living from their work.

“Releasing the revenues generated by Nigerian artists in 2022 on our platform is our way of keeping ourselves accountable, and keeping true to our mission to enable artists to live off their art,” she said.

Muhutu-Remy explained that Afrobeats’ surge in popularity could be linked to several factors including international collaborations, power of social media, t rise in music streaming and the African diaspora.

According to a Spotify-commissioned research conducted by Kuvora, 28 per cent of fans believe that international collaborations are one of the key factors driving the growth of Afrobeats. (NAN)

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Moment Adekunle Gold Light Up BBNaija S10 Finale With ‘Party No Dey Stop’

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Singer Adekunle Gold brought a burst of energy to the Big Brother Naija Season 10 grand finale with a vibrant performance of his hit track ‘Party No Dey Stop.’

The moment he appeared on stage, the crowd erupted in excitement, singing along word for word. Dressed in his signature stylish outfit, the Afrobeats star owned the stage with confidence and charisma, setting the perfect tone for the night.

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His lively set officially kicked off the finale, creating an electric atmosphere as the finalists and viewers gear up to find out who will take home the grand prize.

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It’s official! Imisioluwa Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10. The reality-TV sensation, who has been the talk of the town since the show’s premiere, clinched the grand prize after weeks of intense competition.

The grand finale, which aired today, Sunday, October 5, 2025, was an electrifying show as fans across the country and beyond waited anxiously to see who would take home the title.

Imisi, backed by her passionate fan base known as the Imistars, beat out her closest rivals to claim the top spot in what many are calling one of the most competitive seasons yet.

Throughout the season, Imisi was a consistent headline maker. From her bold personality and strategic gameplay to her emotional vulnerability and ability to stay true to herself, she captivated millions of viewers. Her name trended across social media almost daily, making her one of the most talked-about housemates of the season.

The tenth season, themed “10/10,” lived up to its name, packed with drama, romance, friendship, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments. Fans have described it as one of the most entertaining and unpredictable seasons of the reality show to date.

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2Face Idibia Reportedly Arrested After Heated Argument With Natasha In London

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October 3, 2025

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Legendary Nigerian musician, 2Face Idibia, has reportedly been arrested in London.

2Face was said to have been arrested after a heated altercation with his new wife, Natasha Osawaru.

Popular Nigerian social critic, Tosin Silverdam made this known in a video on his Instagram page on Friday morning.

According to the driver who picked them from the airport, the couple started having the argument from the airport before getting to their hotel.

The argument was said to have escalated when Natasha allegedly broke bottles.

The report of the singer’s arrest is currently trending on social media as he failed to show up at his UK tour on Thursday October 2 2025.

2Face traditionally married Natasha, an Edo State lawmaker in July 2025, a few months after announcing divorce from his estranged wife, Annie Macaulay.