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How Music Saved My Life – Afrobeats Singer, 8th Wonda Reveals

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Fast-rising Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Nnamdi Christian Asiabaka, professionally known as 8th Wonda has revealed that Music saved his life.

8th Wonda revealed this during an interview with our correspondent, stating that if not for music, he wondered what else he would be doing.

The singer first stormed the scene as a hypeman and created a new wave of skit makers.

In his comeback as a musical Artiste, 8th Wonda who is the pioneer signee of the IJ Music record label, recently released his first hit single “Finally,” produced by legendary hitmaker Masterkraft and accompanied by an official video.

Recounting his experience, he said he found purpose in doing music. The hit single (Finally), is an electrifying ‘masterpiece’ that deploys the trending ‘Amapiano’ beat, which has received massive streams across musical platforms since its release.

“I kinda grew up a loner, you know, and in a crazy environment. It was hell on the streets, no lies, and music was just my way out and when I think of the many people who are not as privileged, it tells me I shouldn’t mess this up and that’s been my fuel since day one. So yea, music saved my life, it makes me come alive and I don’t know what else I’d be doing,” he said.

Asked what inspires his sound, the 26-year-old singer and songwriter, 8th Wonder said his sound is inspired by his experience, as well as the musical projects of his colleagues in the industry. “To be honest, as long as there’s great music in the world, I will always be inspired.”

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“A lot of people inspire me in the Nigerian industry. I won’t say it’s just one person, but I can’t deny that some Afrobeats artistes are defying odds and putting the country on the map, but I would say any artiste being original and giving it their all and never quitting: these types of artistes are my biggest inspiration,” further stated the Finally crooner.

The Lagos-based Artiste hinted that while he has a lot of artistes on his wishlist for a collaboration, he would be dishing out more hits “and when the time and energy is right, you all will see.”

According to him, IJ Music is his new family and the CEO, Ambassador Henry Chekwube Okafor (Ike Jerusalem), is a business mogul and a philanthropist who wants to elevate many talented artists through his record label. “He’s someone I have the utmost respect for and hope to learn from, and I’m happy we are doing this. I’m happy our paths crossed.”

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Tems wins ‘Best Recording of the Year award’ at 17th Headies

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Award-winning singer Tems has won the Best Recording of the Year award at the 17th Headies awards for her captivating single “Burning”.

The song, featured on her 18-track album “Born in the Wild”, showcases her exceptional artistry and musical prowess.

Tems was up against stiff competition, beating out fellow nominees Seyi Vibez, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr ft Giveon, Sarz, and Lojay.

The award, one of the most prestigious in Nigerian music, was announced and received by Tems’ mother.

Since its inception in 2006 as the Hip Hop World Awards, The Headies has grown into the most respected music award platform in Nigeria, celebrating the country’s biggest talents year after year.

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Davido Named Best Digital Artiste at 17th Headies Awards

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Award-winning Afrobeat star, David Adeleke, also known as Davido won the Best Digital Artiste of the Year at the 17th annual Headies Awards.

A well-deserved crown, considering his outstanding influence across streaming platforms and online spaces.

Davido’s collaborative track, “Ogechi Remix” with Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel, also received multiple nominations.

The Headies, which celebrates excellence in the Nigerian music industry, held its 17th edition on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos.

 

The event gathered some of the industry’s biggest stars in a night of high-profile performances and recognitions.

Other major winners included Zerry DL, Tems, Funke Akindele, and Rema.

Full list of winners:

Rookie of the Year

Zerry DL — Winner
Taves
Kaestyle
Llona

Soundtrack of the Year

“Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack” – TCJ and Abbey Wonder (A Tribe Called Judah Soundtrack) — Winner
“Eledumare” – Teledalase (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre)
“Lose to Gain” – Kaline (Breathe of Life)
“Kill Boro” – Native Filmworks and Wizard Chan (Kill Boro)
“Orisa” – Beriola (Orisa)
“Emotions” – Tiwa Savage and Asa (Water and Garri)

Best Recording of the Year

“Burning” – Tems — Winner
“Different Patterns” – Seyi Vibez
“Higher” – Burna Boy
“Last Heartbreak Song” – Ayra Starr and Giveon
“Billions” – Sarz and Lojay

Best Vocal Performance (Male)

“Billions” – Lojay — Winner
“Moving” – Omah Lay
“Gratitude” – Anendlessocean
“For You” – Johnny Drille
“Ke Na Ke So” – Timi Dakolo

Best Vocal Performance (Female)

“I’m Done” – Liya — Winner
“Last Song Heartbreak” – Ayra Starr
“Level” – Niniola
“Stranger” – Simi
“Tomorrow” – Yemi Alade

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Special Recognition Award Recipients

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos
Alex Okosi
Amaju Pinnick

Songwriter of the Year

“Vision” – Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma (Qing Madi) — Winner
“Stranger” – Simisola Kosoko (Simi)
“Can’t Breathe” – Michael Ajuma Attah (Llona)
“Family Meeting” – Emoseh Khamofu (Bloody Civilian)
“Stages of Life” – Fuayefika Maxwell (Wizard Chan)

Humanitarian Award Recipients

 

Temitola Adekunle Johnson
Michelle Mukoro (King Mitchy)

Producer of the Year
“OZEBA” – London — Winner
“Happiness” – Sarz
“Basquiat” – Magicsticks
“HEHEHE” – Rema, Producer X, Cubeatz, Deatz and Klimperboy
“Different Patterns” – Dibs

Afrobeats Album of the Year

HEIS – Rema — Winner
Stubborn – Victony
Work of Art – Asake
The Year I Turned 21 – Ayra Starr
Jiggy Forever – Young Jonn

Music Video of the Year

“EGWU” – Director Pink — Winner
“Charm” – Rema, Perliks and Folarin Oludare
“Metaverse” – Jyde Ajala
“Like Ice Spice” – Perliks and Emeka Shine Shine
“Ojapiano” – Mattmax
“Showa” – TG Omori
“Na Money” – Dammy Twitch

Afrobeats Single of the Year

“Big Baller” – Flavour — Winner
“Big Big Things” – Young Jonn (feat. Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez)
“Twe Twe Remix” – Kizz Daniel
“Egwu” – Chike (feat. Mohbad)
“Remember” – Asake
“Ogechi Remix” – Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel (feat. Davido)

Headies’ Viewers’ Choice

“Egwu” – Chike & Mohbad — Winner
“Big Baller” – Flavour
“Big Big Things” – Young Jonn (feat. Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez)
“Ogechi Remix” – Hyce, Boypee, and Brown Joel (feat. Davido)
“Showa” – Kizz Daniel
“Different Pattern” – Seyi Vibez
“OZEBA” – Rema
“Love Me Jeje” – Tems
“Cast” – Shallipopi (feat. Odumodublvck)
“Dealer” – Ayo Maff (feat. Fireboy DML)

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Headies Next Rated

Odumodublvck — Winner
Qing Madi
Shallipopi
Ayo Maff
Nasboi

Best Digital Artiste of the Year

Davido — Winner
Ayra Starr
Rema
Shallipopi
Tems
Kizz Daniel
Asake

Best East African Artiste of the Year

Juma Jux (Tanzania) — Winner
Bien (Kenya)
Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
Bruce Melodie (Rwanda)
Azawi (Uganda)

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2Baba Introduces Natasha to Mother, Others in Viral Video

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Music legend 2Baba has officially introduced his new partner, lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, to his family in a video that has since gone viral.

The introduction follows a rocky chapter in 2Baba’s personal life, including a widely publicised breakup with his longtime partner, Annie Macaulay, and an emotional plea from his mother urging Natasha to distance herself from the singer.

Earlier this year, 2Baba’s mother, Rose, made headlines when she tearfully appealed to Natasha to “release” her son from what she described as a troubling relationship.

“This message is for Miss Natasha Osawaru of Edo State. I’m calling on all mothers in Nigeria to help me beg her to free my son,” she stated.

The matriarch’s heartfelt message sparked widespread attention, with many wondering if the family would ever accept Natasha as a part of 2Baba’s life.

However, it appears that Rose has had a change of heart.

According to recent videos, Natasha met with 2Baba’s family, including his mother, in a private gathering that seemed to signify a new chapter in their relationship.

The meeting also included other key family stakeholders.

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