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From Wizkid To Tinubu: Nigerians And Global Figures Make Top 30 Most Talked About Africans Of 2024

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Nigerians have emerged dominant in the “Most Talked About People of 2024” list compiled by Top Charts Africa, with 18 individuals securing spots in the top 30.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Nigerian music icon Wizkid claimed the top spot, maintaining a year-long presence in the headlines, particularly due to his ongoing feud with Davido and the release of his latest album, Morayo.

Kenyan President William Ruto secured second place, having made global news in June when mass protests erupted over a new tax bill. After the bill was stormed in Parliament, Ruto rejected the proposal and signed a new appropriations law to address the budget deficit.

Nigerian afrobeats star Davido landed third, following the buzz around his highly publicized wedding to Chioma in June, dubbed “Chivido 2024.”

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Other notable figures in the top 10 include Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, business mogul Aliko Dangote, former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga, controversial crossdresser Bobrisky, South African singer Tyla, Nigerian politician Peter Obi, and South African music star Liema Pantsi.

Also making the list is Baltasar Engonga, the former Equatoguinean official who became a viral sensation after intimate videos of him surfaced online.

Here’s the full list:

  1. Wizkid
  2. President William Ruto
  3. Davido
  4. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
  5. Aliko Dangote
  6. Raila Odinga
  7. Bobrisky
  8. Tyla
  9. Peter Obi
  10. Liema Pantsi
  11. Rema
  12. Rigathi Gachagua
  13. Khosi Twala
  14. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta
  15. Ademola Lookman
  16. Asake
  17. Very Dark Man
  18. Drill
  19. Nyesom Wike
  20. President Cyril Ramaphosa
  21. Reno Omokri
  22. Rose Owusu Konadu
  23. Victor Osimhen
  24. Baltasar Engonga
  25. Sharon Ooja
  26. Toyin Abraham
  27. Babu Owino Paul
  28. Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina
  29. Danny Walter
  30. Pastor Enoch Adeboye
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Shocking Insight: Don Jazzy Reveals Key Reason Marriages Don’t Last Today.

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Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy has sparked reactions online after sharing a lighthearted explanation about why many modern marriages seem to break down faster than those of previous generations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a video that quickly went viral on social media, the Mavin Records boss used wedding cakes as a humorous analogy to compare past and present relationships.

He noted that in earlier times, couples often used fruit cakes made with alcohol for weddings. According to him, such cakes were durable and could last for long periods—sometimes up to a year—allowing couples to preserve and even share portions during their first wedding anniversary.

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He jokingly suggested that this long-lasting nature of traditional cakes symbolically reflected the stability of marriages in the past.

Don Jazzy contrasted this with today’s trend, where many couples opt for butter or ice-cream cakes that require careful storage and spoil more easily.

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He humorously implied that the shorter lifespan of these modern cakes mirrors the perceived fragility of some contemporary marriages.

He also pointed out that many modern wedding cakes are often heavily decorated with non-edible materials, with only a small portion actually meant for consumption.

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Don Jazzy Reveals Hidden Challenges Managing Record Label Talent, Highlights Ayra Starr.

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Veteran Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy, whose real name is Michael Collins Ajereh, has spoken about the challenges he faces managing Gen Z artists on his record label, particularly singer Ayra Starr.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a recent episode of the Who’s In The House podcast, Don Jazzy explained that one of his main concerns is the reluctance of younger artists to actively promote their music on social media.

He said many of them prefer to maintain a carefully curated online image and are hesitant to frequently post content about their work, even when it involves promoting their own songs.

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According to him, this often leads to disagreements within the label, as he encourages them to consistently showcase their projects online to boost visibility and engagement.

Don Jazzy noted that the issue is not limited to his signed artists alone, adding that even family members involved in entertainment face similar conversations with him.

He expressed confusion over what he described as a growing belief among Gen Z creatives that frequent self-promotion is unnecessary, stressing that consistent online visibility is important in today’s music industry.

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He specifically mentioned Ayra Starr, saying she sometimes attributes her reluctance to post promotional content to feelings of imposter syndrome, which he believes affects how often she shares her work online.

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Davido Opens Up: “My Dad Not Wanting Me In Entertainment Killed My Joy”.

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Popular Afrobeats singer, Davido, has revealed that he would prefer his children to build their careers outside the entertainment industry.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He made this known during an interview on The Breakfast Club, where he spoke about his upbringing, family life, and the future he envisions for his children. According to him, he would rather they work in the businesses owned by his father, Deji Adeleke, instead of pursuing a career in entertainment.

Davido explained that his view was shaped by his personal experience while trying to establish himself in music. He recalled a difficult period when his father initially did not support his decision to go into entertainment, a situation that emotionally affected him. He added that his father only came around after realising how determined he was about his music career.

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The singer noted that working in his father’s companies would offer his children a more stable and comfortable life compared to the struggles he faced while building his music career.

He also spoke fondly about the relationship between his father and his grandchildren, describing how happy it makes his father whenever they are together during family gatherings. According to him, this experience made him reflect deeply on what truly matters in life.

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Despite his preference, Davido said he would not stop his children if they choose to pursue entertainment, adding that he would support them fully. He also revealed that one of his daughters already shows interest in music and performance.

He said: “My kids should go and work with my dad… My dad not wanting me in the entertainment really killed my joy until he saw that I was adamant about doing it. I wouldn’t want to do that to my kids as well.”

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