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12 August 2025
How Mavin Global Is Pushing Local Growth Within the Afrobeats Industry
Recent initiatives are broadening the entry level for creatives and music executives in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.
Recent initiatives are broadening the entry level for creatives and music executives in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.
The Nigerian singer’s strong ambition of global superstardom is expected to be boosted by this strategic partnership with Roc Nation, along with the continued support of Mavin and Universal Music Group.
Mbryo, born Maxwell Omoferi, is one of the foremost songwriters in Afrobeats. He has co-written Grammy-nominated hits for stars like Ayra Starr, Davido, and Magixx. His rise from the streets of Lagos to the global music stage is both inspirational and instructive.
The producer talks to OkayAfrica about his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.
After years of nominations and near misses, the Nigerian superstar claims the Best International Act Award, while African talent continues its global ascension at the ceremony.
Ayra Starr embraces self-love with her latest single, "All The Love," a heartfelt anthem arriving just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Andre Vibez collaborates with DanDizzy on the free-flowing banger “LIKE.”
As the new season of Afrobeats Intelligence – presented by OkayAfrica – unfolds, here are some essential episodes to check out from its earlier archive.
A celebration of the people who are making African music tick right now, featuring Semzi, Tempoe, Dlala Thukzin, Guiltybeatz, Louddaaa, and more.
The Nigerian artist releases an emotional gem ahead of his anticipated debut album.
UMG will help “accelerate Mavin’s strategic advancement and create more opportunities to break more talent globally.”
The talented Nigerian duo, Johnny Drille and Don Jazzy, extend their fine partnership into new EP, ‘Hard Guy Confessions.’
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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