Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced a three-night concert residency at the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, this December. Dubbed “Oriadè: The Residency,” the concert is scheduled for December 17 to 19 and will mark 15 years of Davido’s career in music. The singer made the announcement on his verified Instagram page, describing…
The organisers of The Headies have unveiled the nomination list for the 18th edition of the awards, with Afrobeats heavyweights Davido, Wizkid and Burna Boy securing multiple nominations across major categories. The nominees for the 2026 edition were announced on Tuesday ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled to take place in Canada. The three Nigerian music stars earned nominations in some…
Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has debunked reports that gunmen attacked the convoy of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, in Osogbo. Reports had earlier circulated on Wednesday claiming that gunmen attacked the governor’s convoy shortly after his visit to the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji. The…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has gifted fellow singer and former record label signee Mayorkun a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck, reaffirming their long-standing friendship. The “Unavailable” hitmaker announced the surprise gift on his Instagram Story, sharing a photo of the luxury electric vehicle alongside a heartfelt message to Mayorkun. The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its futuristic stainless steel design and all-electric performance, retails…
Afrobeat star Davido has unveiled plans for his sixth studio album, Oriadé, which will be released on 31 July 2026. The release date also marks 15 years since he broke into the music industry. The Afrobeats star revealed the news on Monday through an exclusive interview with Billboard, before confirming it on his social media…
Nigerian music superstar Davido is set to headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Los Angeles on June 10, 2026. The concert, organised in collaboration with the Recording Academy (Grammys), marks Davido’s return to the FIFA World Cup stage following his performance at the closing ceremony of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar….
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has announced his debut festival, “Davido & Friends,” which will take place at Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14, 2026. Sharing the news on social media, the artist revealed that the event marks a major milestone as his first-ever curated festival. The show will be part of the “Palace Bowl Presents” summer series, running from July 31…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially joined the Recording Academy as a Voting Member for the 2026 Grammy Awards. The Recording Academy announced his induction via Instagram on Tuesday, naming him among new members who will help vet, nominate, and vote for Grammy winners. He joins the likes of Offset, Jessie Reyez, Ravyn Lenae, Zac Brown,…
Grammy-nominated artist Davido has earned a Silver Certification in the United Kingdom for his fourth studio album, “Timeless.” Since its release on March 31, 2023, the 17-track project has shattered multiple streaming records across platforms such as Spotify Nigeria, Audiomack, Boomplay, and YouTube. Blending a variety of genres including Afrobeats, dancehall, reggae, konto, highlife, and…
The biggest music award event in Nigeria made a grand return after two years of hosting in Atlanta, United States. This edition is the first of two ceremonies planned for 2025, with the 18th Headies Awards scheduled for December, compensating for the event’s absence in 2024. The highly anticipated night celebrated musical talents across Nigeria…
