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Davido responds after his achievement of surpassing Wizkid’s Spotify record.
Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has celebrated a remarkable milestone in his musical career, as his latest single ‘Funds’ has achieved significant success on Spotify. The track, featuring the talents of Odumodublvck and Chike, has officially broken the record for the biggest first-week streaming performance in Nigeria.
Previously held by Wizkid’s hit ‘Kese,’ which amassed 4.72 million streams, Davido’s ‘Funds’ has surpassed this benchmark by recording an impressive 4.82 million streams within its inaugural week. This achievement underscores the growing influence and popularity of Afrobeats on global music platforms.
Music monitoring platform TheDebutHub took to Twitter to announce the news, stating: “New record. Davido’s ‘Funds’ ft. ODUMODUBLVCK & Chike breaks the record for the biggest 1st streaming week on Spotify Nigeria. — ‘Funds’ recorded 4.82M streams, surpassing ‘Kese (Dance)’ (4.72M).”
In a humble response to this remarkable achievement, Davido expressed his gratitude and faith, noting, “We believe in God.” This milestone not only amplifies Davido’s status within the music industry but also highlights the vibrant and evolving landscape of Nigerian music on international platforms. As Afrobeats continues to rise, listeners can undoubtedly look forward to more groundbreaking releases from talented artists like Davido.
The Nigerian film industry is in mourning following the death of Kayode Peters, a renowned filmmaker and producer. The news was announced by his family on his official Instagram page, stating that he passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Toronto, Canada, after a long illness.
Peters, fondly known as KP, was celebrated for his contributions as a filmmaker, actor, and producer. He was known for his role as Koko in the popular sitcoms “Twilight Zone” and “Flatmates” in the early 2000s. His work also extended to stage plays and sitcoms like “Extended Family” and “Being Farouk,” significantly impacting Nigeria’s contemporary theatre and television landscape.
He is survived by his wife, Alexander, and their children. Funeral arrangements are underway, and further details will be shared by the family in due course. The industry and fans alike will deeply miss his warmth, generosity, and contributions to Nollywood.
Popular Nigerian skit maker, Carter Efe, has reportedly lost access to his Instagram and TikTok accounts. This development follows recent criticism leveled against Afrobeat artist Wizkid during a TikTok live stream.
Efe’s comments, in which he accused Wizkid of pride, triggered a backlash from Wizkid’s fanbase, known as Wizkid FC. Subsequently, Efe claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that his Instagram account, boasting 1.8 million followers, was taken down by Wizkid FC. He later released an apology video stating that his TikTok account had also been blocked.
Efe has appealed to Wizkid and Wizkid FC for forgiveness and the restoration of his accounts.
Gabriel Oche Amanyi, known as Terry G, has asserted his significant contribution to the Nigerian music landscape. The “Akpoko Master,” pioneer of the “Street-hop” movement in the 2010s, stated that his influence is undeniable when discussing cultural impact within the Nigerian music industry.
His comments, made via social media on Wednesday, arrive amidst ongoing discussions regarding impact and legacies, spurred by the recent exchange between Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez.
In his statement on X, Terry G declared, “You can’t talk about cultural impact in Nigeria without talking about Terry G. I am the culture!” This pronouncement underscores his belief in his lasting effect on the evolution of Nigerian music.
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