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  • Peruzzi Records Career-Best Spotify Streaming Day as ‘INFERNO’ Debuts at No. 1 in Nigeria

    Peruzzi Records Career-Best Spotify Streaming Day as ‘INFERNO’ Debuts at No. 1 in Nigeria

    Peruzzi has recorded his highest single-day streaming total on Spotify Nigeria following the release of “INFERNO”, his new collaboration with Zlatan and Shoday.

    The song opened with 499,225 streams on its first day, debuting at No. 1 on Spotify Nigeria’s Daily Top Songs chart. The figure marks Peruzzi’s biggest streaming day on the platform to date.

    “INFERNO” brings together Peruzzi, Zlatan and Shoday, with production credited to Fresh VDM and Irock Classic. The track was released on October 29, 2026.

    Beyond its Spotify debut, the song also reached No. 1 on Apple Music Nigeria’s Top Songs chart on October 30.

    The opening-day performance gives Peruzzi a new personal streaming record, while the collaboration marks a strong first-day showing for the three artists.

  • Rema’s Sister BLOSSII Releases Debut Single ‘Wait’

    Rema’s Sister BLOSSII Releases Debut Single ‘Wait’

    Nigerian singer-songwriter Blossom Ikubor, professionally known as BLOSSII, has released her debut single, “Wait”.

    BLOSSII is the sister of Afrobeats star Rema, whose real name is Divine Ikubor.

    Rema, who was born in Benin City, Edo State, rose to prominence in 2019 following the release of his self-titled debut EP and songs including “Dumebi”. He is signed to Mavin Records and Jonzing World.

    “Wait” marks BLOSSII’s first official single under her professional name.

  • L.A.X and Wife Ella Hold Nikkah Ceremony

    L.A.X and Wife Ella Hold Nikkah Ceremony

    Nigerian singer L.A.X and his wife, Ella, held their Nikkah ceremony on Thursday, October 29, adding another celebration to their wedding festivities.

    The ceremony follows several milestones in the couple’s relationship and marriage journey, which became public earlier this year.

    L.A.X, whose real name is Damilola Afolabi, announced his engagement to Ella on January 16, 2026, after proposing during an outdoor riverside setup.

    In his engagement post, the singer shared moments from their relationship, including their travels together and the date they began dating in May 2022.

    The couple held their traditional introduction ceremony in Warri, Delta State, Ella’s hometown, in June. They later travelled to Naxxar, Malta, where they held their civil wedding on September 16. L.A.X announced the marriage on social media, describing himself as “legally hitched to the love of my life.”

    The Nikkah ceremony marks another part of the couple’s wedding celebrations following their engagement, traditional ceremony and civil marriage.

  • Zerry DL Makes Runway Debut for Oshobor at Lagos Fashion Week

    Zerry DL Makes Runway Debut for Oshobor at Lagos Fashion Week

    Nigerian singer Zerry DL made his runway debut at Lagos Fashion Week, walking for Nigerian fashion label Oshobor.

    The singer appeared in an orange cropped top paired with grey trousers and a short orange raffia skirt layered over the trousers. He completed the look with his signature red hair.

    His appearance was part of Oshobor’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, titled The Night Has Come. The collection explores themes of spirituality, emotion and celebration, drawing on Benin cultural influences and incorporating traditional references into contemporary silhouettes.

    Designed by Peter Oshobor, the collection marked the label’s tenth body of work. It featured a range of pieces that combined cultural elements with modern tailoring and experimental styling.

  • D’banj Shares Emotional Tribute to Late Son Daniel

    D’banj Shares Emotional Tribute to Late Son Daniel

    Nigerian singer D’banj has shared an emotional tribute to his late son, Daniel, who died in June 2018.

    The singer also posted a series of old photographs of himself with Daniel, including one showing him changing his son’s diaper. The pictures offered a glimpse into their time together before Daniel’s death at the age of one.

    In his tribute, D’banj reflected on fatherhood, family and the impact of losing his son. He also acknowledged his wife, expressing his understanding of the loss they experienced together and noting that their family is now in a safer and more settled place.

    “I miss you Daniel D3rd my son and trust me I can’t imagine how your mother feels but we are in a Safe Space now THANK YOU,” he wrote.

    He also thanked Daniel for the lessons his life had taught him, adding that he hoped his son would be proud of the family he left behind.

    “Thank you for Showing me what life Really is as a WHOLE,” the singer wrote.

    Daniel, affectionately referred to as D3rd by his father, died in a drowning incident at the family’s home in Ikoyi, Lagos, in 2018. D’banj and his wife, Lineo Didi Kilgrow, have since welcomed two more children.

    The singer ended his message by expressing his enduring love for Daniel and signing off as “Daniel D2nd Lee.”