Nigerian Afrobeats singer set to headline the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles on June 12.
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Popular Nigerian musician, Rema, is set to headline the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles. …
Rema to headline 2026 World CupRema revealed during a livestream that a woman he approached for a serious relationship rejected him because she was not ready to commit and wanted to continue exploring life as a single woman. He disclosed that the heartbreak inspired his song "Oh No" and that he is taking time to re-evaluate his life following his rise to fame at age 17.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Rema revealed during a livestream that a woman he approached for a serious relationship rejected him because she was not ready to commit and wanted to continue exploring life as a single woman. He disclosed that the heartbreak inspired his song "Oh No" and that he is taking time to re-evaluate his life following his rise to fame at age 17.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has abundant creative talent in music, film, and digital content, with artists like Black Sherif and Sarkodie proving competitiveness globally. However, according to a media industry professional, the country's creative sector lacks the systemic structure needed to sustain and scale success beyond momentary viral hits and individual effort.
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Nigerian singer Ayra Starr will headline the halftime show at the 2026 NFL London Games on October 11, making her the first African artist to headline an NFL international halftime show.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema has called on artistes in the genre to prioritise their own artistic instincts over audience preferences, arguing that creative experimentation is necessary for the genre's evolution. He said he makes music he personally enjoys first, before considering whether audiences will embrace it, and positioned himself as part of a new generation pushing Afrobeats forward.
18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Musician Lord Paper says he needs at least $5 million to properly relaunch his music career and compete on the international music scene, citing heavy promotion costs as essential for success in the competitive global market.
17 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr underwent major surgery two weeks before releasing her album Starrgirl and returned to performing within days, telling the Today show: "I'm healing. I have strength today."
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Afrobeats star Davido has revealed that P-Square inspired his journey into music, recalling how he spoke proudly about the duo's international collaborations with artists like Snoop Dogg and Kanye West while in school. Davido noted that P-Square's success breaking barriers internationally motivated young Nigerian artistes like himself to dream bigger and gave him confidence that African musicians could compete globally.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Burna Boy and Shakira's 'Dai Dai' has become the highest charting World Cup song in history, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and surpassing Shakira and Freshlyground's 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)'.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Midfielder Thomas Partey and Ghana's Black Stars conducted a community engagement event at Bryant University in Rhode Island, participating in the FIFA-WHO 'Be Active' campaign, which encourages young people to exercise at least 60 minutes daily through football. Partey led drills and skills sessions with children aged 10–14, promoting physical activity and healthy living ahead of Ghana's World Cup opener.
16 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Nigerian musician Rema is set to headline the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles on June 12, alongside LISA, Katy Perry, Tyla, Future, and Anitta. The tournament's official anthem "Dai Dai," performed by Burna Boy and Shakira, will be released on May 14, and Coldplay's Chris Martin will curate a halftime show for the final.
12 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Rema is set to headline the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles on June 12, alongside LISA, Katy Perry, Tyla, Future, and Anitta. The tournament's official anthem "Dai Dai" will be performed by Burna Boy and Shakira, and the final will feature a halftime show curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Davido's collaboration with Omah Lay, 'With You', has won Best African Song of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards held on 9 May 2026 in Accra. The track, which dominated Ghanaian airwaves and streaming charts, beat out other continental hits in the competitive category.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →