How Nigerian Afrobeats conquered the world – The Nation Newspaper

A Nigerian Afrobeats performer in an orange outfit sings on a large, brightly lit stage with red lighting, video screens, and a crowd watching inside a stadium.

Afrobeats has transcended borders, transforming from a Lagos-born sound into a global cultural force. Through streaming milestones, sold-out arenas, and international collaborations, Nigerian artists like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, and Rema have redefined global pop music. This is more than music—it is influence, economy, identity and pride. Afrobeats now shapes festivals, charts and lifestyles worldwide, proving that what began as local rhythms is today a commanding, worldwide phenomenon, reports ADENIYI ADEWOYIN.

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