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A Timeline of Davido and Chioma Rowland’s Love Story as They Tie the Knot – Again – in Miami

Almost five years after their engagement, the couple is flaunting their faith in their bond with another lavish wedding ceremony event.

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In Photos: Davido Electrifies NYC With a High-Energy Live Concert

The Afrobeats superstar touched down in Brooklyn, NYC, for a stellar live performanceand showcase of his global reach.

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African Stars Show Out at Paris Fashion Week’s Spring/Summer 2026

Davido, Rema, Aya Nakamura, and other African stars stole the spotlight with bold looks and standout style

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Davido's 'With You' Music Video Hits One Million Views in a Day

The Nigerian superstar shared the colorful visuals to his hit song and announced Odumodublvck and Victony for his forthcoming tour.

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Maleek Berry’s Debut Album, ‘If Only Love Was Enough,’ Brings Back 2000s Afropop with a Fresh Twist

After more than a decade pioneering contemporary Afrobeats music, the British Nigerian singer and producer shares his debut album.

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What is Lagos’ Nightlife without Afrobeats?

Nigeria’s biggest cultural export generates billions in revenue and transforms a megacity into an undisputed party capital.

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Timaya Reflects on Legacy, Hustle, and Afrobeats’ Early Days on 'Afrobeats Intelligence'

The Nigerian music OG opens up to Joey Akan starting out, betting on himself with no Plan B, and longevity in the game.

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Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists

The producer talks toOkayAfricaabout his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.

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Davido Balances Strong Execution and Purpose on ‘5ive’

The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar doubles down on his ability to make hits, favoring a level of familiarity that pays off positively.

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Asake and Davido to Headline AfroFuture’s U.S. Debut in Detroit

The festival, which debuted in Ghana as Afrochella back in 2017, will include electric performances, dynamic art installations, curated food selections, and a vibrant marketplace showcasing African and diasporic talent.

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Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’

The Nigerian megastar releases a 17-song album featuring a long list of contributions from the likes of Victoria Monét, Shenseea, Omah Lay, Victony, Odumodublvck, Becky G and more.

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Video: D’banj, Snoop Dogg and the Afrobeats Moment that Sparked Change

Fourteen years after D'banj's Snoop Dogg co-sign, Afrobeats has truly gone global. OkayAfrica highlights the major moments in that journey.

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Davido’s Latest Tour Promises A Live Experience Like No Other

The Afrobeats icon announces five intimate concerts ahead of his highly anticipated fifth album.

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Davido Brings Upcoming Album Closer with New Single, “Be There Still”

The singer’s fifth album, ‘5ive’, is scheduled for release in mid-April.

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‘Khartoum’ Wins Peace Film Prize at 75th Berlinale, Receiving Recognition for Its Political Urgency and Poetry

In this groundbreaking documentary, a civil servant, a tea lady, a resistance committee volunteer, and two street boys from Sudan’s war-torn capital share their stories in search of freedom.

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Watch Davido's New Music Video For “Funds” Featuring Odumodublvck and Chike

The Dammy Twitch-directed video takes thing from an art auction house to the dance floor, all while honoring Brenda Fassie.

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Davido Drops His First Single of the Year, “Awuke”

The YG Marley-assisted single is yet another reminder that the Afrobeats superstar has very few peers when it comes to making dance-ready hits.

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What It’s Like To… Be the Musical Director for Afrobeats’ Biggest Stars

King Lekan — who has worked with Tems, Asake, Davido and many more — details the essential role of a musical director in translating an artist’s vision into a great live performance.

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Burna Boy, Tyla and Ayra Starr Among Best Afrobeats Nominees at MTV VMAs 2024

Tyla is also nominated for Best New Artist, alongside viral country-fusion star Shaboozey.

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The Best Afrobeats Songs of 2024 So Far

Our list for the best Afrobeats songs of 2024 features Tiwa Savage, King Promise, Fireboy DML and more.

Davido Adds Electric Energy to Growing Hit Song, “Ogechi”

The Nigerian superstar raises the commercial ceiling of the rising hit song, adding his superstar element to the silky harmonies of Boypee, Hyce and Brown Joel.

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Davido Closes Out ‘Timeless’ Era With Slick Video For “Kante” Featuring Fave

The Nigerian superstar delivers another maximalist video with the help of fellow Nigerian, Fave.

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Photos: Davido’s Electric Night at Madison Square Garden

The audience was almost as excited as Davido, as he made his historical mark with a debut headline performance at the revered Madison Square Garden.

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Tyla Wins the Inaugural African Music Performance Award at the Grammys

The South African singer-songwriter won the Best African Music Performance Award for her single "Water" that took TikTok, and then the whole world, by storm in 2023.

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Grammys 2024: Davido's Authenticity Is His Superpower In “UNAVAILABLE"

Ahead of the 2024Grammy Awards, we're taking an in-depth look at the songs nominated for the first-ever Best African Music Performance category. This fifth and final installment of the series focuses on Davido's massive hit "UNAVAILABLE" featuring Musa Keys.

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Davido, J Hus, and Black Sherif Announced as Headliners for AfroFuture Festival 2023

AfroFuture Festival is coming to Accra, Ghana in 2023, celebrating all things African, including music, food, fashion and the arts.

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​Davido Unveils the Cinematic Music Video for 'FEEL'

Davido unveils the TG Omori-directed video for his chart-topping track from,Timeless.

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Davido Releases "Unavailable" Remix Featuring Latto

Davido's hit single "Unavailable" takes the world by storm with Latto's explosive remix.

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Davido Takes Down Controversial Video Amid Backlash from Muslim Community

Nigerian music star Davido faces criticism for alleged disrespect of Islam in a music video, prompting decisive action and lessons in PR management.

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Afro Nation Detroit Lineup: Davido, Burna Boy, P-Square & More

Afro Nation has released a line up of the artists who will be performing at the event.

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Davido Announces Netflix Series Based on his Life

The Nigerian singer has announced an exciting upcoming Netflix series that chronicles his life.

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The 30 Best Davido Songs

The essential songs from Nigerian superstar Davido’s broad catalog.

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This Is What Davido's ‘Timeless’ Concert In Lagos Looked Like

The Nigerian superstar's 'Timeless Event' provided countless moments of joy. Here is our report from the ground.

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Davido Announces ‘Timeless’ North American Tour

Following the release of hisTimelessalbum, Davido has shared dates for his North American summer tour.

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Davido Releases Eclectic Music Video For "Unavailable"

Nigerian megastar has released a music video for “Unavailable.”

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"I Had to... Take a Step Back:” Davido Opens Up About Losing His Son

In a recent CNN interview, Davido opened up about the loss of his son, three-year-old Ifeanyi Adeleke.

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Six Takeaways From Davido's 'Timeless' Album

Six things you need to know from the Nigerian superstar’s fourth studio album, 'Timeless.'

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Davido Brings A 'Timeless' Medley To Stephen Colbert’s Show

Davido recently took the stage on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to perform a medley of two songs from hisTimelessalbum.

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Davido's 'Timeless' is Getting Rave Reviews on Social Media

The Nigerian singer's first full project in three years has reminded fans why he's one of the best in the game.

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Davido Releases His Highly-Anticipated ‘Timeless’ Album

Afrobeats megastar Davido has released his highly-anticipated fourth studio albumTimeless.

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Davido Is Bringing ‘Timeless’ to These Cities

The Nigerian superstar has announced ‘A Timeless Night with Davido’ in Lagos, London and New York.

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Davido Announces New Album 'Timeless'

After a hiatus, Davido has announced that he will be releasing his fourth studio album, 'Timeless,' on March 31st.

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Davido Returns to Limelight with Historic World Cup Performance

Davido recently made headlines when he returned to social media following a historic World Cup performance.

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Davido's Staff Questioned As News of His Son's Death Breaks

The tragedy occurred Monday, and Nigerian police have taken in eight of Davido's personal staff for questioning.

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Meek Mill & Asake Join Afro Nation Ghana Line-Up

The biggest Afrobeats festival is making a grand return to Accra, Ghana at the end of the year.

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Fans Want Davido's 'FEM' To Be Nominated For the 'Social Change' Grammy

During the #EndSARS movement, Davido's 'FEM' became an unlikely rally battle cry. Now, Nigerians want to see the song get an accolade for its role in one of Nigeria's most talked about protests in recent time.

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Davido Postpones A.W.A.Y Festival

Davido's team shared that the Atlanta event would be postponed until November 2023.

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Wizkid's New Song Sparks Strong Debates About Amapiano Online

The social media reactions reopened an ongoing conversation about ownership of Amapiano, and Nigerian music’s adaptation of it, with evenDavidoandMaphorisaweighing in.

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Watch Davido Walk the Runway For Puma at NYFW

Puma made its grand return to New York Fashion Week and the Nigerian superstar walked the runway in support of its 'Futrograde' show.

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Davido Teams Up With Pheelz On Electrifying New Tune

Afrobeats superstar Davido and Nigerian mega producer Pheelz recently released a joint record called "Electricity."

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This Year's Lost In Riddim Music Festival Is Canceled

The music festival was canceled by organizers as they prepare to come back even bigger and better in the New Year.

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Watch: Davido and Trevor Noah Catch Up On The Daily Show

The Nigerian talent discussed raising $600k with fans over Venmo, his US tour, and more with the South African host.

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Davido Is (Finally) Coming To North America

The 'We Rise By Lifting Others' tour comes via Live Nation and Duke Concept and takes the Nigerian superstar to five cities across the US and Canada.

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Davido To Donate US $600,000 To Orphanages Across Nigeria

What originally started out as a fun-filled, big money gift exchange between friends, has now solidified the singer as an all-around good guy.

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Darkovibes & Davido Share the Addictive New Single 'Je M'appelle'

Ghana and Nigeria combine in this new party anthem.

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Liya Wants to Stand Out

The rising Nigerian artist, who has been crowned the 'First Lady' of Davido's DMW label, tells us about how her life has changed and details her newAlariEP.

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The 8 Best Nigerian Songs of the Month (August)

FeaturingTiwa Savage x Brandy, Mannywellz x Tems, Burna Boy x Don Jazzy, Liya, Ayra Starr, Joeboyand more.

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Listen to Rexxie's Debut Album 'A True Champion'

Grammy-winning Nigerian producerRexxiepreviously shared his much anticipatedDavido-assisted single 'All' from the album.

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Nigerian Afropop Star Skales Drops New Enticing Single 'This Your Body' Featuring Davido

Listen to 'This Your Body', the brand new 'amapiano-influenced' dance number from Nigeria's hitmakers Skales and DaVido.

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Africa Day Celebrations: Concerts Where You Can Turn Up

From the virtual to the socially-distanced physical, here are three major concerts taking place this Africa Day which feature a host of musical talent.

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Here's The Lowdown On The 2021 South African Music Awards Nominees List

Amapiano king Kabza De Small leads the nominees list, while music fans are outraged over Makhadzi receiving zero nominations. Plus, Kelly Khumalo rejects her nomination. Here's more!

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Interview: Peruzzi Is Taking His Time

We talk to the DMW artist about striking a balance between being one of the most trusted afrobeats songwriters while maintaining his career as an artist — and his latest albumRum & Boogie.

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Teni Reaches New Heights With Debut Album 'WONDALAND'

The album follows her recent collaboration withDavidoon the single "For You."

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Watch Davido Perform 'Assurance' & 'Jowo' On Jimmy Kimmel Live

The Nigerian superstar performed for the late night American TV show.

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Focalistic Shares Visuals For ‘Ke Star (Remix)’ Featuring Vigro Deep and Davido

Watch the music video for 'Ke Star (Remix)' byFocalistic,Vigro DeepandDavido.

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Focalistic Drops 'Ke Star' Remix Featuring Davido

South African hip-hop artist Focalistic has officially released the highly anticipated 'Ke Star' remix featuring Davido.

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