Wizkid praises Odumodublvck collaboration, Davido teases a D’Banj-inspired track, Rema and Ayra Starr hint at a new project, Tiwa Savage opens up on declined gifts, and Akon’s wife files for divorce—here’s the latest from Nigeria’s music and entertainment scene.
Wizkid Celebrates Feature on Odumodublvck’s ‘Big Time’
Nigerian music icon Wizkid publicly praised his feature on Odumodublvck's track Big Time, part of the rapper’s debut album Industry Machine released on October 5, 2025. Produced by Telz, the song fuses Wizkid’s signature melodies with Odumodublvck’s energetic rap, quickly topping Apple Music Nigeria’s charts. The collaboration was secured without fees, highlighting a sense of camaraderie in the Nigerian music industry as fans flooded social media with positive reactions.
Akon’s Wife Tomeka Thiam Files for Divorce After 29 Years
Tomeka Thiam has officially filed for divorce from singer Akon at the Los Angeles Superior Court, citing irreconcilable differences. The filings request spousal support, joint custody of their 17-year-old daughter, and division of marital property under California law. Social media has speculated about Akon’s fortune, claiming most assets are in his mother’s name, though courts have not confirmed this. Legal analysts note that California’s community property rules could entitle Thiam to a share of assets accumulated during the marriage.Davido Drops Snippet Interpolating D’Banj’s ‘Tongolo’
Afrobeats superstar Davido teased a new snippet on Instagram on October 12, 2025, blending his high-energy style with elements of D’Banj’s 2004 hit Tongolo over an amapiano rhythm. The 30-second preview, generating thousands of reactions on X, follows his recent album 5ive and other collaborations. Fans praised Davido’s versatility, though some criticized the track for leaning heavily on amapiano sounds.🚨DAVIDO
— HYPETRIBE (@hypetribeng) October 12, 2025
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Leaked Video Hints at Rema and Ayra Starr Collaboration
A leaked video surfaced on X showing Nigerian stars Rema and Ayra Starr together in a dimly lit studio, sparking speculation about a new music video. The clip follows their joint appearance at the Global Citizen Festival in New York on September 27 and has quickly gone viral, amassing thousands of views. While fans are eager for confirmation, neither artist nor Mavin Records has officially announced the project.Tiwa Savage Opens Up on Turning Down Gifts from Politician
In a recent podcast interview on October 12, 2025, Tiwa Savage revealed she declined a private jet from a politician while pregnant in 2017 and returned a birthday Range Rover gift to uphold personal boundaries. She also addressed past tensions with Seyi Shay, explaining it partially stemmed from an affair involving Shay’s former assistant and Savage’s ex-husband Tunji Balogun, while denying lasting ill will. Additionally, Savage defended her record of supporting female artists, highlighting collaborations with Waje, Cynthia Morgan, Brandy, and Amaarae, attributing fewer Nigerian female features to promotional and audience dynamics.Singer Tiwa Savage recounts how a politician once sent a private jet to pick her up while she was pregnant.
— Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) October 12, 2025
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