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  • Davido’s “Unavailable” with Musa Keys Certified Silver in the UK

    Davido’s “Unavailable” with Musa Keys Certified Silver in the UK

    Davido’s song “Unavailable” which features South African artist Musa Keys, has been certified Silver in the UK.

    The Grammy-nominated song, which is off his latest album Timeless, earned the title after selling 200 thousand copies in the country.

    This is the latest in a series of accolades for the record which was named the best song of 2023 by Rihanna.

    The Bajan superstar named it her all time favourite song of 2023 after she was spotted doing the viral “Unavailable” challenge at a recent event for her brand, Fenty.

    While answering questions from Complex Magazine, the singer revealed that she may not be an “album girl” when asked about her favourite project of the year.

    She, however, revealed that she can’t get enough of Davido’s “Unavailable”

    And Riri is not the only international artist who’s got the “ Unavailable” fever. Chris Brown has also joined the TikTok challenge.

    While Latto, Sean Paul and Major Lazer are featured on different remixes of the record.

    Davido reacted to the clip on Twitter, calling her “My Ri Ri”

    In addition to a nomination for Best African Music Performance at the 2024 Grammys, Unavailable has been certified Gold in Canada and Sweden.

    It also peaked at number 1 on the UK Afrobeats Singles Chart where it spent five weeks and reached number 3 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.

  • Burna Boy, Rema, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, others make Rolling Stone’s Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Burna Boy, Rema, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, others make Rolling Stone’s Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Rolling Stone has released it list of the best Afropop songs of 2023.

    Grammy winner Burna Boy makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    As expected, the list includes the big names like Burna Boy, Tems and Rema and recent Grammy nominees Davido, Asake and Ayra Starr.

    Grammy winner Tems makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Also on the list are less recognizable names such as Jungeli, Nviiri the Storyteller and Dlala Thukzin.

    Odumodublvck , Spyro, Libianca, Bloody Civilian other breakout stars of the year occupy a coveted spot on the coveted list.

    First time Grammy nominee Ayra Starr makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    While 23-year-old South African singer Tyla who took over TikTok with her smash hit “Water” occupies the top spot.

    First-time Grammy nominee Davido makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Click here for the full list

  • Wizkid and Jada are all Loved-up at her Birthday Dinner in Lagos

    Wizkid and Jada are all Loved-up at her Birthday Dinner in Lagos

    Wizkid and his partner Jada P were all loved-up at a birthday dinner to celebrate her birthday in Lagos

    The two lovebirds, who have two sons together, could not keep their hands off each other as they enjoyed a three course meal which included suya, Wizkid favourite, with their closest friends.

    Wizkid and Jada arrive at her birthday dinner in Lagos

    Wizkid’s pal, Rotimy, took to Twitter and on Friday to share pictures from the outing which took place at the swanky Gras Lagos restaurant.

    Guests were greeted by a cute balloon wall as they arrived at the venue before sitting down to enjoy the lavish three-course dinner.

    A beautiful balloon wall greeted guests as they arrived at the Swanky Lagos restaurant

    This comes after the funeral of Wizkid’s mother, Mrs Jane Dolapo Balogun, which saw some of the biggest names in Nigeria come out to support Grammy winner.

    Guests feasted on a lavish three course meal which included suya, one of Wizkid’s favourite foods

    Guests at the star-studded ceremony included billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu, fellow artist Wande Coal, Nollywood actress Osas Ighodaro and Big Brother Naija’s Mercy Eke and Kim Oprah.

    Wizkid’s longtime friend Rotimy showed up to celebrate Jada’s birthday

    Wizkid has described the loss of his mum, who died in London on August, 18 2023, as “The deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life.”

    Wizkid’s mum Mrs Jane Balogun who died in August

    “The pain is profound. It hurts deeply,” he said at her funeral.

    The deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m lost but I pray God will comfort everyone of us. I’m lost without you Mom, I love you so much”mmm

  • ‘I’m Safe’:Ruger Allays Fears over his Safety as War Breaks out between Isreal and Palestine Shortly After his Tel Aviv Performance 

    ‘I’m Safe’:Ruger Allays Fears over his Safety as War Breaks out between Isreal and Palestine Shortly After his Tel Aviv Performance 

    Ruger has assured concerned fans that he is safe after managing to get out of Israel just before renewed hostilities began with Palestine.

    Worried fans had taken to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express concern over the 24-year-old’s safety after clips of his performance went viral shortly after war broke out between Israel and Palestine.

    But the “Asiwaju” singer confirmed that he and his team had managed to leave Tel Aviv safely.

    He, however, called for an end to the violence declared his support for Israel.

    “Israel is at war now and it’s very sad. It started as soon as me and my team took off from Tel Aviv to head back home,” he tweeted.

    “So guys !!! I really appreciate your concern 🙏🏾 I’m safe. But please we need peace in the world right now!!! We don’t want innocent people dying 🙏🏾 we just want to LIVE AND LOVE ❤️ #prayforisrael 🇮🇱”

    Ruger sparked criticism on social media for implying that Nigerians do not support his music as much as foreign fans and thanked the Israelis for their love.

    https://x.com/mediapizzazz/status/1710724383226929650?s=46&t=DRH-JrZ3ZV9cR2hhB10t3A

    He wrote: “Being shown love all the way in ISREAL is RARE and I’m really grateful for it 🙏🏾. I’ve received more love, respect and recognition outside my country and I’ve made peace with that.”

    “ I’m so happy to be back on the road doing what i love, seeing the people that love me and giving them back my love and dedication. I pray God continues to give me the strength and success to keep making dem nay sayers mad 😂. THANK YOU ISREAL 🇮🇱🙏🏾”

    Apart from performing to screaming fans in packed venues, the star also found time to visit some Biblical sites including Old Jerusalem and the tomb of Jesus while in Israel.

    https://x.com/tooxclusive_com/status/1709823547365826840?s=46&t=DRH-JrZ3ZV9cR2hhB10t3A

    This comes as Israel launched multiple air raids on the Gaza strip in response to attacks from the Islamic militant group, Hamas