Nigerian artist Bulletman has released “Skelewu”, a track that revisits the title and concept associated with Davido’s 2013 Afrobeats hit of the same name.
The original “Skelewu”, produced by Shizzi, became one of Davido’s notable early hits and was closely tied to a dance craze that spread across Nigeria.
Bulletman’s release brings the familiar “Skelewu” name back into the conversation, connecting his track to a recognisable moment in Nigerian pop culture.
The change comes on the same day The Headies updated its Song of the Year nominees to include Olamide’s “99” featuring Young Jonn, Asake, Seyi Vibez and Daecolm.
The previous list featured Kunmie’s “Arike”, Poco Lee, Shoday and Rahman Jago’s “Hey Jago”, Ayra Starr’s “Hot Body”, FIDO’s “Joy Is Coming”, Wizkid’s “MMS” and Davido and Omah Lay’s “With You”.
The update brings the category to eight nominees and comes alongside changes to other categories, including Best Male Artiste.
Davido has revealed that Wande Coal had been trying to reach him weeks before their recent exchange over the unreleased “Come My Way” collaboration.
Speaking during a TV interview shortly after the artists traded words on X, Davido said Wande had asked for his phone number about two weeks earlier. He said he instructed the person who received the request not to share it.
Davido also showed a screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation dated July 22. In the exchange, someone informed him that Wande had been asking for his number and asked whether they should give it to him.
According to Davido, he declined and said Wande was “acting like a baby.”
The revelation comes after the two artists publicly disagreed over “Come My Way”, a collaboration that gained attention through its unreleased snippet.
Davido previously explained that Wande had contacted him to record a verse for the song, but that he did not agree with the proposed plan to release Wande’s version first and add his contribution later as a remix.
Wande responded that Davido was trying to dictate the release of a song that was not his, adding that the song had already done well without him.
The exchange then became more personal, with Davido calling Wande “Mr Little 🍆” and Wande responding with “Mr. Toto beggar 😂.”
Davido’s latest comments add another layer to the disagreement, suggesting that Wande had attempted to establish direct contact before the exchange played out publicly.
Davido has linked up with Bemi Orojuogun, popularly known as “Bus Aunty,” following her rise to internet fame.
Orojuogun became widely known for her videos filmed alongside London’s iconic red double-decker buses, where her simple reactions to passing buses turned into a viral social media format.
Since then, her online popularity has extended into brand collaborations, with Orojuogun appearing in campaigns for Burberry, H&M, IKEA, Jacquemus, Maybelline, JBL and MAC Cosmetics.
American artist A.L.I.A.S returns with “IMPRESSIONS,” a high-energy blend of R&B, Afrobeat, and Amapiano built for day parties and nightlife.
Inspired by artists like Tyla, Davido, and Chris Brown, “IMPRESSIONS” delivers a confident, feel-good record designed to move crowds while keeping a melodic edge.
“IMPRESSIONS” by A.L.I.A.S is out now on all streaming platforms.
The nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards were announced today and as expected, some of Afrobeats biggest names are in the running for the music industry’s biggest awards
Burna Boy’s No Sign of Weakness is up for the Best Global Music Award along with Youssou N’Dour’s World and The Eclairer le monde : Light the Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live) album by Shakti
No Sign of Weakness – Burna Boy World – Youssou N'Dour Eclairer le monde : Light the Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live) – Shakti Sounds Of Kumbha- Siddhant Bhatia pic.twitter.com/3w1swOl4KC
— Afrobeats Head Loves Timothee Ideh (@AfrobeatsHead) November 7, 2025
While the nominees for Best African Music Performance include Davido, Tyla, Ayra Starr and Uganda’s Eddy Kenzo
Scrilltown MO, a Missouri-based management company affiliated Jay Z’s Roc Nation, is collaborating with two rising Afrobeats stars, Chemmie and Kumzy Pegasus on their new single “No Limit”
Nigerian-American music executive Nate Green Snr personally chose the artists after connecting with them on a “deeper level” as he told me when we spoke about the release.
“No Limit” an empowering anthem about pushing boundaries and claiming new heights, comes out on Friday the 25th of July along with an accompanying video which was shot on a rainy day in Lagos.
I got on a call with Chemmie and Kumzy to talk about the release, their careers and their hopes for the future. It was particularly exciting as I’ve been following Chemmie’s career since I started Afrobeats Head in 2021 and she was my second guest when I started hosting my Twitter Spaces in 2022.
Chemmie
She has since graduated from the Music Business for Africa programme and now combines her career as an artist with her work at DMCE in collaboration with Sony Music Publishing Nigeria.
“I’ve always been curious about what goes on behind the scenes in the music industry,” she tells me when I ask if she’s always planned to combine both roles.
— Afrobeats Head Loves Timothee Ideh (@AfrobeatsHead) April 20, 2022
“So that’s why I did the MBA for Africa programme and I’m happy I did because my knowledge of music publishing makes me feel like I’m a front and and a back end developer at the same time.
As for Kumzy, a singer-songwriter and recording engineer who’s been active since 1998, he’s seen the Nigerian music industry grow and evolve in many ways but thinks most of the songs released today sound exactly like the ones from when he first started his career.
“Most upcoming artists today also sound similar. Nobody wants to take risks or try something new.”
Kumzy Pegasus
Neither Chemmie nor Kumzy have met Scrilltown. They both connected with him on LinkedIn: Chemmie as a guest on one of his Instagram Live shows after he reached out to her and Kumzy connected with the label boss when he randomly decided to DM several industry people on the platform asking for support for his new EP.
Chemmie came up with the idea and title of the song after Scrilltown sent her the beat.
“I spent month trying to come up with something but it wasn’t working,” she recalled. Then I just left it and decided to listen to songs like Despacito and other Latin music records because I figured it had a Latin vibe to it.
On their own musical influences, Chemmie lists Afrobeats greats Davido, Adekunle Gold and Niniola.
“Basically anybody that sounds good. It could be their melodies or even their writing style,” she explained.
“I like Davido a lot. I think he’s one of the most talented artists out there and for Niniola I love her voice. People even tell me we sound alike which is such an honour.”
As for Kumzy, he tells me he “used to be a lover boy” so was influenced by artists like Diddy, Sade Adu, 112, Dru Hill, Wyclef Jean and Sisqo.
“But I’ve stopped being a lover boy because Nigerian girls don’t believe in love”
With a three-way collaboration of this nature I had to ask about how they all handled the split and other financial aspects.
ScrilltownMO Founder/CEO Nate Green Snr
And as expected, Chemmie put her knowledge of publishing and other parts of the music business to good use, having her lawyer look through the contract before signing it.
But Kumzy had a more carefree approach: “I didn’t consult a lawyer. You know why? I was just grateful for the opportunity to finally work on a project like this and promote my music. Also I trust Mr Scrilltown”
Listen to “No Limit” by ScrilltownMO ft Chemmie & Kumzy.
Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), one of Africa’s leading record labels, is proud to announce the official signing of Boi Chase, a sensational rising artist set to take the music industry by storm. The milestone moment was sealed over an intimate dinner attended by Mayorkun, Ubi Franklin and other close friends, family, and members of the DMW team.
Known for his unique sound, captivating energy, and undeniable talent, Boi Chase is ready to elevate his career under the mentorship of Davido and the powerhouse team at DMW. This signing marks a new era for the label as it continues to push the boundaries of Afrobeats and expand its global dominance.Boi Chase, a gifted singer and songwriter, first caught Davido’s attention in 2022, with his star potential immediately recognized. Speaking on the signing, Davido expressed excitement about the newest addition to the DMW family.
“Boi Chase is a superstar in the making. His talent, passion, and energy were evident way back in 2022. Fast forward to 2025… a new chapter begins.”
With his hit single “Darling – Focus Refix” going viral on TikTok, amassing over a million posts using the sound and gaining traction on Spotify, Boi Chase is gearing up to make an unforgettable impact on the industry. Fans can expect new music and major announcements in the coming weeks as he embarks on this exciting journey.
