Nigeria is proud of its Arts and Entertainment Industry as talented citizens continue to show and exceed world-class performance standards. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo stated this while receiving the cast of Wakaa: The Musical on Friday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He said that the industry has proved clearly that “without anybody, even government coming to their aid, they can hold their own.” But that the Buhari led government would lend its support in “whatever way we are able.”

Nigerian Afrobeat crooner Wizkid has released a new single, Everytime, an afro beat collabo with American rapper, Future. It comes just two months after the 27 year-old Nigerian international act, released his major label debut Sounds from the Other Side, featuring production from Major Lazer, DJ Mustard, and more.

The Turbanning of, popular young Nigerian singer, Korede Bello as "Sarkin Waka" by the Kano state Emirate Council has been faulted by prominent entertainers from the Northern region including renowned Kannywood movie producer and Director, Falalu Dorayi.
Daily trust reports that Korede Bello was crowned the Sarkin Waka (King of Music) following his contribution to the society through music.

12-year-old ventriloquist, Darci Lynne Farmer has emerged winner of America’s Got Talent 2017 competition.

Wizkid may have finally recovered from the undisclosed illness that afflicted him recently. The talented singer, song writer, and performer gave the hint on Wednesday via his Instagram. He said  "Thankful for prayers! Your boy doing well" Recall that Wizkid had earlier announced the cancellation of his tour due to an undisclosed health challenge. While announcing the cancellation, the award-winning singer called on his fans to pray for him to recover speedily.

Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie better known by his stage name, Patoranking has countered Mr. Eazi's claim that he introduced the Ghanaian sound into Nigerian Music. He stated that Eazi's claim was false as Nigerian artistes had long standing relationship with Ghanaian music before his advent.