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Burna Boy’s Mother Nominated for Manager of the Year at the 2025 Music Week Awards.
Bose Ogulu, the esteemed mother and manager of Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy, has received a prestigious nomination for Manager of the Year at the 2025 Music Week Awards. As reported, the awards ceremony is set to take place in London, United Kingdom, on May 8, 2025.
The announcement, made public on February 26, 2025, has placed Ogulu alongside other notable nominees in the global music industry, including Neil Hughes, Alistair Goldsmith, and Wes Banton. This recognition underscores Ogulu’s significant influence and achievements in the music sector, particularly following her previous accolade for Manager of the Year at the 2022 Artist & Manager Awards in London.
As Burna Boy continues to push the boundaries of contemporary music, Ogulu’s role in navigating his career has been pivotal. This latest nomination not only highlights her exceptional managerial skills but also celebrates the growing prominence of African artists on the international stage. The music community eagerly anticipates the outcomes of the upcoming awards, where talent and hard work will be duly recognized.
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.
Nigerian Afrobeat star, Rema, has recently shared his intriguing perspective on the phenomenon of online trolling. In a recent video interview, the artist expressed his appreciation for the criticisms he receives on social media, citing the unexpected benefits it has brought to his career.
Rema reflected on the initial skepticism surrounding his distinctive sound and how he persevered despite negative commentary. He emphasized the potential setback he would have faced had he succumbed to the pressure of online trolls.
According to Rema, the very aspects of his work that initially drew criticism have inadvertently contributed to his global success and growth. He highlighted his pioneering tour of India as a testament to this, emphasizing the significant impact of his unique Afrobeat sound on a global scale. Rema’s experience serves as a compelling example of how perceived negativity can be transformed into a driving force for achieving ambitious goals.
Carter Efe Loses Social Media Accounts Following His Criticism of Wizkid.
Terry G Claims Indelible Impact on Nigerian Music.
