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Virgin Music Group expands operations in Nigeria, led by Olukorede.

Universal Music Group-owned artist and label services company Virgin Music Group has expanded its operations into Lagos, Nigeria.

Respected music executive, Olukorede “Kay” Ikazoboh has been named Head of Virgin Music Nigeria and will oversee the company’s operations in the market.

Among the first deals announced in the region by Virgin include partnerships with Dvpper, described by Virgin as “one of Nigeria’s hottest Afrobeats labels”, solo artist Reekado Banks, as well as a single with Darkoo featuring Ayra Starr.

A widely…