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Ayra Starr set to make history as first Afrobeats act to headline NFL London halftime show


Afrobeats superstar and Grammy-nominated singer Oyinkansola Aderigbigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, is set to make history as the first Afrobeats act to headline the NFL London Game halftime show.
Ayra Starr will headline the NFL London Game halftime show on October 11

The Grammy-nominated singer will perform at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as the Philadelphia Eagles face the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Ayra Starr’s NFL performance comes after the release of her new album Starrgirl, which has earned support from fellow artistes and fans.

The singer will perform at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 11 when the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Her performance will place Afrobeats on one of the NFL’s biggest international stages as the league continues to expand its global reach.

Ayra Starr expressed her excitement about the opportunity, describing the performance as a dream come true.

"I am so excited to perform at the NFL halftime show. London is one of my favorite places in the world and to bring Starrgirl to the NFL global stage is a dream come true for me. I can't wait to see you guys there!"

The performance comes shortly after the release of her third studio album, Starrgirl, on August 14. The 16-track project features collaborations with Wizkid, Rema, ZAYN, Leon Thomas and others.

The album has also received support from fellow artistes and strong reception from fans, further adding to the momentum around the singer ahead of her NFL appearance.

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Afrobeats Power Ranking:
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Everything you need to know about the Davido vs Wande Coal beef

Here are the key details fans should know about the ongoing Davido vs Wande Coal beef which broke out on Tuesday.

Social media was set ablaze on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, as two of the biggest stars in the Nigerian music industry, Davido and Wande Coal, ignited a beef that would be remembered for many years.

A public war of words has erupted between Afrobeats megastars Davido and Wande Coal, turning an old unreleased music track into a full-blown personal feud across social media. What began as an interview comment regarding a failed collaboration quickly escalated into public insults, timeline receipts, and heated fan debates.

Here is a full breakdown of the events and the chain of actions that followed.

1. The Trigger: The 'Uncut' Podcast Interview

The feud began when a recent interview featuring Davido on the Uncut podcast surfaced online. During the session, Davido addressed why a featured verse he laid on Wande Coal's hit track "Come My Way" was never officially released.

Davido claimed that Wande Coal originally approached him for the feature and that he delivered a "stupid hard" verse. According to Davido, the collaboration fell apart because Wande Coal decided to release the original solo track first and hold Davido’s verse back for a later remix. Davido stated he rejected the remix strategy, leading to the joint track being permanently shelved.

2. The Pushback: Wande Coal Rejects the Narrative

Wande Coal took to X (formerly Twitter) to directly reject Davido's version of events. The veteran artist disputed the claim that Davido was dictating the rollout for a track he did not own.

Wande Coal tweeted:

"Carry song come give you as how? Song wey been get release plan and date!!! Song wey no be your own you wan dictate release plan. That song fkin did well without you on it bruv!!!"

3. The Escalation: Personal Jabs and Body Shots

With the dispute out in the open, the tone shifted from professional creative differences to direct personal attacks.

Davido responded to Wande Coal’s pushback with a personal jab aimed at the singer's physical stature, posting: "No vex Mr Little". Wande Coal did not back down, firing back with a long-running online taunt targeted at Davido: "No vex too Mr. Toto beggar".

4. The Receipts: Davido Drops WhatsApp Evidence

As the clash trended, Davido doubled down in a follow-up interview segment, stating that Wande Coal was "acting like a baby" and had been persistently seeking his attention behind the scenes.

To back up his claims, Davido posted a screenshot on X showing a WhatsApp conversation from July 22 with a mutual contact. The message read: "Baddest Wande Coal said he wants your number can I give him?"

As of now, neither artist has issued an apology or attempted to publicly de-escalate the situation. The exchange has drawn significant attention from fans and entertainment commentators, reigniting broader conversations about industry collaborations, creative control, and long-standing dynamics between some of Nigeria's most prominent musicians.

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Wizkid announced as Detty December Fest 2026’s first headliner
Wizkid has been unveiled as the headline act for the new format of the highly anticipated 'Detty December' concert for 2026.
Nigerian music superstar Wizkid is set to return to Lagos this December, where he will headline the opening night of Detty December Fest 2026. The Grammy-winning Afrobeats star has been confirmed as the festival’s first headliner and will perform on December 18, officially launching the two-week celebration of music, culture, food, fashion and entertainment, which runs through December 30.

The festival is being produced once again by Livespot360, the entertainment company behind Cardi B’s historic performances in Nigeria and Ghana. Tickets for this year’s edition are already available through the festival’s official channels, with more headline acts expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

Wizkid’s headline performance comes after a relatively low-key year for the singer. In January, he teamed up with Asake on their joint Real, Vol. 1 EP, before turning his attention to collaborations with artists from different musical backgrounds.

The singer previously spent much of 2025 on the road promoting his 2024 album Morayo, which peaked at No. 4 on Billboard’s World Albums chart. He has since released further collaborations, including “Dynamite” with Tyla and “Gimme Dat” with Ayra Starr. The latter earned a nomination for Best African Music Performance at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

The 2026 edition will also introduce a major change to the festival format with the addition of a second stage. Wizkid will headline the main Festival Stage on opening night, while the new Pulse Stage will spotlight emerging artists, fresh sounds and rising talents shaping the next generation of African music.

According to Livespot co-founder and chief creative officer Darey Art Alade, the new stage reflects the growing global influence of African music while creating more opportunities for younger artists. He said the platform would allow emerging performers to share the festival with established stars and contribute to the continued growth of Africa’s music ecosystem.

More headliners and performers are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as anticipation builds for Detty December Fest 2026 and Wizkid’s highly anticipated homecoming performance.

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Here is why Wizkid is trending on social media today

Here is why the multiple award-winning singer, Wizkid is the centre of conversation and trending on the social media platform, X.

Nigerian music superstar Wizkid is trending on the popular social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) after sharing a series of cryptic posts that have sent fans into a frenzy over his upcoming album.

The Grammy-winning singer took to social media to reflect on his approach to making music, giving fans an insight to how his work process is like and why it takes that much time to release a project.

“U see ima tell u why Wizkid songs last forever. I take my time with this. I don’t make it for now. I make it for even after we’re long gone.”

The post immediately caught the attention of fans, with many interpreting it as a statement about the creative process behind his highly anticipated next album.

Wizkid followed it up with an even more direct update, writing:

“Having so much fun making this next one! I can’t wait to share #album”

The singer then appeared to tease a possible return to the stage or an upcoming visit to his fans, adding:

“And yes I’m finally going to see you soon! Nah fr I promise.”

He also shared a more cryptic message about the thoughts that come to him each morning, saying he wishes he could reveal more but suggested that current circumstances make that difficult.

“A lot of thought provoking things come to mind every morning as I wake. Wish I could share more but the world is sensitive.”

The posts have reignited excitement around Wizkid’s next full-length project. The singer has previously teased his seventh studio album, with reports in June that he had announced the title as “SEXY.”

The new project would follow Morayo, Wizkid’s 2024 album dedicated to his late mother, and his 2026 collaborative EP REAL, Vol. 1 with Asake.

For now, the singer has not revealed a release date or full details of the album. But with Wizkid insisting that he is enjoying the creative process and promising that he will “see” fans soon, anticipation around his next move is once again at fever pitch.

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Wizkid says he’s working on his next album

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Tyla’s ‘CHANEL’ surpasses 400 million streams on Spotify. It becomes her third song to reach this milestone. 📊

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UK Afrobeats Chart 23rd Aug - 29th Aug, 2026 🇬🇧

Victony’s ‘SLICK’ sits at No. 1

Ayra Starr Ft Zayn’s ‘Heaven Baby’ debuts at No. 2

Davido’s ‘Already Falling’ debuts at No. 9

Ayra Starr’s ‘Amazing’ debuts at No. 10

STAR BOY (unofficial page) ‘Everytime’ debuts at No. 17

Hotkeed & Zlatan’s ‘BABA’ debuts at No. 20

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Imagine a Davido x Mayorkun joint project 👀

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Davido directly addresses rivarly with Wizkid

n his latest interview, Davido has opened up about how his competitiveness with Wizkid has evolved over the years.

Nigerian music superstar Davido has opened up about how his long-standing competitive relationship with fellow Afrobeats icon Wizkid has changed over the years, saying his priorities are now centred on creating great music rather than fueling division.

Speaking in a recent interview with The FADER, the 33-year-old reflected on the evolution of Afrobeats and the healthy competition that once defined the genre’s biggest stars. While admitting that the competitive spirit still exists, Davido stressed that it no longer comes at the expense of unity.

“I’m 33 years old, I think [I’m] still competing. My head is just at making good music; whoever I make it with doesn’t matter to me. Division right now would make us weaker,” he said.

The comments come a decade after Davido previously spoke about the limited opportunities available for African artists on the global stage. According to the singer, the Afrobeats movement has grown significantly, creating room for multiple stars to thrive internationally rather than competing for a single spotlight.

Davido noted that a massive audience across Africa now backs the genre and has established its own festivals, award shows, and streaming presence, making collaboration and collective growth more important than rivalry.

For years, fans have debated the relationship between Davido and Wizkid, with comparisons and online fan wars becoming a defining feature of Afrobeats culture. However, Davido’s latest remarks suggest a more mature outlook, emphasising that unity among the genre’s leading artists will only strengthen Afrobeats’ global influence.

The singer is currently promoting his sixth studio album, Oriadé, released on July 31, where he explores themes of love, family, and legacy while collaborating with both established and emerging artists.

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