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Ayra Starr Surpasses Yemi Alade as Most-Viewed Nigerian Female Artist on YouTube.
In a significant milestone for Nigerian music, Ayra Starr has officially surpassed Yemi Alade to become the most-viewed female artist from Nigeria on YouTube. As of now, Starr has amassed an impressive 811 million total views, overtaking Alade, who previously held the record with 805 million views.
At just 22 years old, Ayra Starr’s rise to prominence is marked by her hit single “Rush,” which has garnered over 395 million views, making it the most-viewed music video by a female Nigerian artist on the platform. This record was previously held by Yemi Alade’s beloved track “Johnny.”
Despite this shift in viewership rankings, Yemi Alade maintains her position as the female Nigerian artist with the highest number of subscribers, boasting 2.41 million followers on the platform.
Ayra Starr’s achievement highlights the dynamic nature of the Nigerian music scene and the increasing influence of its female artists in the global arena. As both artists continue to innovate and inspire, it will be exciting to observe how their respective journeys unfold in the years to come.
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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