Will the next global hits from Nigeria have a French accent?Born in the 1970s through the influence of Fela Kuti, regarded as ...

By Tolulope OkeThe 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held in Los Angeles on February 1, 2026, brought together the world’s biggest musical stars to celebrate a year of outstanding artistry. While several ...

African singer Ifunanya Nwangene, who competed on “The Voice Nigeria,” died after a snake bit her while she was sleeping on Saturday. She was 26. “With painful heart, we announce the demise of ...

Despite a strong presence in key categories, Nigeria did not win a single Grammy at the 2026 awards. Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid all fell short, leaving the ...

Tyla, South African amapiano-pop sensation, has secured her second Grammy win in Best African Music Performance for ‘PUSH 2 ...

Nigeria's Afrobeat king Fela Kuti was on Saturday evening posthumously recognised by the Grammys with a Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African artist to receive the distinction.

Every February the Local 303 honors Black History Month by spotlighting Black musicians who are pushing boundaries and making great art right here in ...

Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried ...

In November 2025, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr and Wizkid earned nominations in the "Best African Music Performance" category. Burna Boy also received an ...

Ifunanya Nwangene died at her home in Abuja, Nigeria, just five years after appearing on The Voice Nigeria.