On October 10, 2025, Wizkid shared a Snapchat update reading, “Lion dey chop wild animal, gorilla dey chop banana,” which quickly went viral. Fans interpreted the message as a subtle jab at Burna Boy’s “African Giant” persona and past gorilla references. The post reignited debate over their competitive history, from Burna’s 2022 dismissal of Wizkid’s industry claims to recent tour shade, despite their 2020 collaboration on Ginger. Both remain leading Afrobeats acts on Spotify’s 2025 charts, with Burna yet to respond.
Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, dropped a pidgin comedy skit on October 9, 2025, poking fun at the Nigerian tradition of spraying money during celebrations. The clip, centered on hesitation and stinginess at events, racked up more than 35,000 likes and 4,000 reposts, crossing 85,000 total engagements within hours. The Port Harcourt-born comedian continues to lead Nigeria’s digital comedy space with his sharp takes on everyday culture.
Nigerian singer Peruzzi, 35, released his third studio album Sabali on October 10, 2025, under DMW Records after a two-year break. The 16-track project blends Afrobeats, highlife, and experimental sounds, with standout collaborations including Davido on Apala Drill and Perfect Situation. Other features include Zlatan, Timaya, Mayorkun, and Dremo. Named after the West African word for “patience,” the album fuses Apala rhythms with modern drill, marking a bold step in Peruzzi’s career.
Afrobeats star Zlatan Ibile posted a video Thursday showing his six-year-old son Shiloh interviewing him about his upcoming album Symbol of Hope. The playful Q&A touched on the album’s two-year creation, stories of perseverance that shaped Zlatan’s music, and family moments such as Shiloh’s food preferences. The 17-track album mixes street-hop with Afrobeats, with fans praising the father-son exchange as a wholesome glimpse into Zlatan’s journey.
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