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No African artist bigger than Burna Boy – Grammy organisers
The Recording Academy, the organizers of the Grammy Awards, have asserted that Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, is unmatched in the Afrobeats genre or among African artists. This statement was issued in a congratulatory message on the Academy’s website on Saturday, directed at Burna Boy and other nominees for the newly introduced Best African Music Performance category at the 2024 Grammys.
The Grammys highlighted Burna Boy’s significant influence in the music industry, noting that he is currently in his “imperial era.” They emphasized his collaborations with global stars such as Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber. Additionally, the Academy acknowledged Burna Boy’s achievement of securing his first UK No. 1 album this year with “I Told Them…,” a classic hip-hop-influenced album featuring appearances from 21 Savage, J. Cole, RZA, and GZA. In the statement, the Recording Academy declared, “There’s not a bigger star in Afrobeats, or even the whole of Africa itself, than Burna Boy.
He nabbed two consecutive Best Global Album GRAMMY nods for his albums Twice as Tall and African Giant, and he’s also collaborated with global stars such as Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber.” DAILY POST previously reported that Burna Boy’s track ‘City Boys’ was nominated in the inaugural Best African Music Performance category at the 66th Grammys. The song is set to compete with other nominations in the same category, including Davido and Musa Keys’ ‘Unavailable,’ Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush,’ Asake and Olamide’s ‘Amapiano,’ and Tyla’s ‘Water.’ In addition to the Best African Music Performance category, Burna Boy received nominations in three other categories at the 66th Grammys: ‘Sitting On Top of the World’ featuring 21 Savage (Best Melodic Rap), ‘I Told Them’ (Best Global Music Album), and ‘Alone’ (Best Global Music Performance).
Renowned Nigerian musician Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has suggested that he belongs in the same league as Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.
Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy are widely recognized as the foremost Nigerian/Afrobeats artists globally and are collectively referred to as the “Big 3.”
Rema is now asserting his position among this elite group. In a recent social media post, the ‘Calm Down’ singer stated that he now considers himself part of this league, stating: “No more Big 3, there’s now a Big 4.”
His statement has sparked mixed reactions, with some agreeing with him while others argue that despite his achievements in streaming and chart performance, he still needs years of consistent success to fully earn that status.
Renowned musician David Adeleke, also known as Davido, recently asserted during an appearance on an American podcast, ‘Business Untitled,’ that his family plays a significant role in Nigeria’s energy sector by operating four power plants. According to him, these power plants make substantial contributions to Nigeria’s electricity supply.
In discussing his family’s business ventures and personal investments, Davido mentioned his brief foray into cryptocurrency due to its popularity in Nigeria. He also highlighted his family’s involvement in the energy sector, emphasizing their ownership of four lucrative power plants that distribute electricity across a considerable portion of Nigeria.
Additionally, Davido disclosed plans to venture into the restaurant business with his wife, who has a passion for culinary arts. However, he reiterated that his primary focus remains on his music career.
While Davido’s family boasts wealth and investments in the energy sector, some observers may dispute his claim that their power plants supply the majority of Nigeria’s energy needs. The Nigerian government owns most of the significant thermal and hydropower plants in the country.
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has pleaded with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to forgive him if they have any evidence against him abusing the Naira.
He said it was never his intention to mutilate the Naira, stressing that he only sprays money to help the masses.
Speaking in a recent Instagram live session, Portable noted that he respects constituted authority.
He said, “After God na government. I’m not mutilating the naira. I only help a lot of people. If you see me spraying money please forgive me.”
DAILY POST reports that the EFCC is set to arraign popular socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest for Naira abuse, days after crossdresser Bobrisky was sent to prison for similar offence.
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