English-language Nigerian singers

Nigerian musician and activist (1938–1997)

Nigerian singer and songwriter (born 1991)

Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (; born 16 July 1990), better known as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Born in the Ojuelegba suburb of Surulere, Lagos, Wizkid is a voice in the emerging Afrobeats movement. His music is a blend of Afrobeats, afropop, R&B, afrobeat, reggae, dancehall, and pop. He began recording music at the age of 11 and released a collaborative album with the Glorious Five, a group he and a few of his church friends formed. In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). He gained recognition after releasing a hit called "Holla at Y

Beninese-Nigerian singer

Temilade Openiyi (; born 11 June 1995), known professionally as Tems, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. She rose to prominence after being featured on Wizkid's 2020 single "Essence", which peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart following the release of the remix version with Justin Bieber. The song earned her a Grammy Award nomination. That same year, she was featured on the song "Fountains" by Canadian rapper Drake.

Nigerian singer and songwriter

Nigerian singer-songwriter and rapper (2000–)

Nigerian actress and singer

Innocent Ujah Idibia MON (; born 18 September 1975), known by his stage name 2Baba and formerly as 2Face Idibia, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, record producer and philanthropist known for his solo debut album, Face 2 Face (2004). He is regarded as one of the "most influential" and greatest Afrobeats artists of all time following his contributions to Nigerian pop music in the 2000s.

Nigerian singer and songwriter

Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo (; born 9 June 1980), known professionally as '''D'banj''' ( ), is a Nigerian singer, rapper, music executive, event host and television personality. Often regarded as one of the greatest African and Afrobeats artistes of all time, he signed with American rapper Kanye West's record label GOOD Music to release his 2012 single "Oliver Twist", an uptempo dance fusion of EDM and Afrobeats for which he became best known. With record producer Don Jazzy, he co-founded the record label Mo' Hits Records. His stage name is a combination of his first name, Dapo, and his surname, O

Chukwuka Chukwuma Ekweani () (born 16 July 1995), better known by his stage name Ckay (stylized as CKay), is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer signed to Boyfriend Music, Warner Music Africa (formerly known as Warner Music South Africa) and Atlantic Records. He was formerly signed to Chocolate City, a member of Warner Music Group independent label services ADA. His international hit single "Love Nwantiti", also known as "Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ahh)", was released in 2019 by Chocolate City.

Nigerian singer and actress

Niniola Apata (born 15 December 1986), known professionally as Niniola, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She participated in the sixth season of Project Fame West Africa in 2013 After releasing her debut single "Ibadi", she was nominated for Most Promising Act to Watch at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.

Nigerian singer

Nigerian singer, rapper, and actor

Nigerian singer,singerwritter, photographer and Philanthropist

Nigerian singer

Chidinma Ekile (; born 2 May 1991), known mononymously as Chidinma, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress. A native of Imo State, Chidinma was born in Ketu, Kosofe, Lagos State. In 2010, she gained prominence after winning the third season of Project Fame West Africa. Chidinma became the first female musician to peak at number 1 on the MTV Base Official Naija Top 10 chart after releasing the music video for her single "Emi Ni Baller". In 2011, she released the Sound Sultan-assisted single "Jankoliko". Her eponymous debut album, Chidinma, which was released via the music platform Spinle

Nigerian singer

Eniola Akinbo (; born 9 December 1985), known professionally as Niyola, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, performing artist and actress.

Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo, better known as KCee, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He was formerly in the hip-hop duo KC Presh. He is from Amaputu in Uli in Ihiala local government area in Anambra State, Nigeria. He currently has a record deal with Five Star Music. He worked with Del B, a record producer known for producing Kcee's popular song "Limpopo". He is the elder brother to E-money.

Nigerian singer, actress and model

US-based Nigerian gospel recording artiste, songwriter and producer.(born on 25 May, 1989)

Nigerian actress and singer (1960-2011)

Singer-songwriter, improv vocal composer

Amarachi Uyanne (born 17 July 2004), popularly known by her stage name Amarachi, is a Nigerian singer and dancer. She is best known for winning the maiden edition of ''Nigeria's Got Talent''.

recording artist, singer, songwriter and dancer

Nigerian singer

Nigerian singer

Nigerian Afro-soul singer and songwriter. She won Best Vocal Performance (Female) for "Iwo Nikan" at the Headies 2015.(born 22 June 1985)

Nigerian record producer

Nigerian rapper and songwriter

Nigerian musician

Oluwadamilare Babatunde Art Alade (born 9 February 1982), known professionally as Darey, formerly Dare Art Alade, is a Nigerian multi-platinum Afro R&B singer, songwriter, record producer, philanthropist, humanitarian and entrepreneur. He is also the son of the African jazz musician and entertainer Art Alade and the creative director of Livespot360.

Nigerian singer and lawyer

duo of Nigerian musicians

Babatunde Rahim, known professionally as Lyta, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter . He signed a record deal with YBNL Nation in 2018 but left the label in May 2019 after having a disagreement with the label owner Olamide. He released the 5-track debut EP Id in 2019.

Oludemilade Martin Alejo (born 29 January 1993), known professionally as Ycee (pronounced ; also stylized as YCee), is a Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter. He gained popularity after his single "Condo", which features vocals by Patoranking, earned him two nominations at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. He was also nominated for Best Artist in African Pop at the 2015 All Africa Music Awards and for Next Rated at The Headies 2016. Ycee signed a record deal with Sony Music in October 2016, but terminated his contract with the label in February 2018.

Nigerian indigenous rapper

Bisade Ologunde (in Lagos, 1960) is a Nigerian afrobeat musician, singer-songwriter and percussionist. Widely known as Lágbájá for his signature use of masks which cover his identity. He believes in social reform through music.

Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel (born 23 March 1994), known professionally as Mayorkun, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, pianist and dancer. He released a cover of Davido's "The Money" single and was discovered by the singer on Twitter. Mayorkun was signed to Davido's record label DMW from 2016 to 2021; his debut single "Eleko" was released under the label. Mayorkun released his debut studio album The Mayor of Lagos in November 2018. After his exit from DMW in 2021; he released "Let Me Know" and his second studio album Back in Office in October 2021, under the Sony Music West Africa division.

Olamilekan Massoud Al-Khalifah Agbeleshebioba (born 8 November 1993), known professionally as Laycon, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter and media personality. He was the winner of Big Brother Naija season 5 and is a youth ambassador of Ogun State, since 6 October 2020. In October 2022, he became a member of the Grammys Recording Academy voting committee.

Nigerian musical artist, belly dancer, and writer

Nigerian singer-songwriter

Nigerian vocalist, dancer, lyricist and judge of reality show, Nigerian Idol.(born on July 16, 1970)

Nigerian singer

Olasunkanmi Rehanat Alonge (born 2 June 1987), better known by her stage name Sunkanmi, is a Nigerian songwriter and singer; Sunkanmi rose to recognition in 2015 when she released "For Body", a song which had her enlisting the collaborative effort of a popular Nigerian musician by name Olamide. She is currently signed to Hit The Ground Records under which she has released numerous singles.

british-Nigerian musician

Lanre Dabiri (born May 23, 1977), better known by his stage name Eldee, stylized as eLDee, is a retired Nigerian-American rapper, singer, and record producer based in the United States.

musician and journalist

musical artist

Emeka Morris Ogbowu' (born May 15, 1993), better known as Asuquomo', is a Nigerian-Canadian rapper, singer and visual artist based in Ottawa. In 2020, he won the RBC x Ottawa Arts Council's Emerging Artist of the Year Award. As a performer, he has opened for international artists such as Burna Boy, WizKid, and Lido Pimienta.

Nigerian singer

Kora Award Winner for Africa Best Reggae

Nigerian singer and songwriter (born 2012)

Nigerian musician (1922-1983)

Nigerian rapper and singer

Efezino Majiri Akpo (born 22 March 1992), known professionally as Efezino, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performer. Her music blends Afropop, Folk and soul, with lyrics that explore themes such as love, self-discovery, and African culture. She gained prominence through her participation in talent competitions, collaborations with notable African artists and her debut single, Amere.