The Sims-inspired Lagos Life game is offering artists the chance to have their songs played in clubs, raves and other locations within the game for ₦50,000.
The game was created by Nigerian developer Shalom Rayhamen and has gained attention across social media.
The paid song placement gives artists an opportunity to have their music featured in different locations as players explore the game’s Lagos-inspired world.
GdZilla has parted ways with Jonzing World, the label owned by D’Prince, after joining the label in 2023.
The artist announced the end of their contractual relationship on social media, describing it as the closure of a chapter in his career. He said the decision was mutual and acknowledged that “not everything went the way I hoped it would,” while expressing gratitude for the experiences and lessons from his time with the label.
GdZilla first drew attention around his Jonzing World signing after appearing in a mask bearing his GdZilla identity. He later removed the mask several months into his career.
In his statement, GdZilla said he is now moving into a new chapter with “a renewed sense of purpose,” adding that he is older, wiser and more intentional about his next steps.
He also addressed listeners discovering his music for the first time, writing: “This time, I’m not asking you to only follow the name. I’m asking you to listen.”
Shizzi has shared his account of how Davido’s 2011 hit “Dami Duro” was produced, days after the pair exchanged words over the song’s production.
The dispute began after Sexy Steel said in an interview that the beat was originally made for him. Davido subsequently said he started working on the beat in August 2011 for Sexy Steel before Shizzi came in and contributed to the production.
Shizzi initially responded to Davido’s account by writing, “Distorted stories…🧢” Davido then replied, “I know right! @shizzi We Co produced a Classic,” before reposting a 2011 tweet in which Shizzi had responded “Yes with davido!” when asked if he produced “Dami Duro.”
Shizzi has now released a 12-minute video explaining his version of events. He said he visited Davido and noticed him working on a beat. According to Shizzi, he took over the instrumental, worked on it for several days and made multiple adjustments before sending it back to Davido.
He said Davido subsequently mixed the beat himself and recorded his vocals for “Dami Duro,” after which Shizzi added further production touches. In the video, Shizzi also played parts of the instrumental while demonstrating how he worked on the production.
The new explanation has generated further discussion online because of Shizzi’s 2011 tweet acknowledging that he co-produced the song with Davido.
Contemporary and later references to the song have also credited both artists as producers, including the original release listing.
The song was released in October 2011 as the second single from Davido’s debut album, “Omo Baba Olowo.”
Boy Rae has released the new single “i’m ready,” an Afrobeats track.
Boy Rae is an Afrobeats artist whose previous releases include the 2025 EP “Before It Turned Sour” and singles including “Goddess,” “Spazzin” and “#1.”
The artist has described his music as influenced by melodic rap and R&B, citing artists including CKay, Polo G and The Kid LAROI among the acts that have shaped his sound.
“I’m Ready” is available on streaming platforms.
Mahakwe has released the new Afrobeats single “Overloading,” an introspective track about pressure, exhaustion and disconnection.
The song follows a night spent working for money as fatigue and emotional strain begin to build. The repeated line “I feel heavy” becomes a central phrase, reflecting the physical and emotional weight described throughout the track.
Performed in Pidgin English, “Overloading” focuses on the experience of carrying personal struggles while continuing to push forward. The restrained production keeps the focus on Mahakwe’s vocals and the song’s themes of fatigue, vulnerability and persistence.
The song is available on streaming platforms.