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2019 Soundcity MVP Awards Festival – See Nomination List!

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Unanimously regarded as the king of the hill and the most prestigious event of the year after year on the continent, the SOUUNDCITY MVPs celebrate music, community and the most outstanding Afrocentric cultural achievements in the most premium live TV event.

The Soundcity MVP Awards Festival is famed for iconic performances from Busiswa’s electric stage domination to her never seen before joint performance with Niniola to Jidenna’s much talked about closing performance in the last edition all the way back to when 2baba Idibia, Sarkodie, Davido, Emtee, Patoranking, Tiwa Savage, and Cassper Nyovest’s colorfully live set showmanship in the 2017 edition.

Beyond the show-stopping performances, audiences have come to revel in the beauty of live television as produced by the Soundcity Africa team for the ceremony that is now in its fourth year of running as the MVPs and well over a decade of being SMVAs.

In 2019, The Soundcity MVP Music Awards introduced the special recognitions and non-voting award presentations in multiple categories including Special recognitions in Business Entrepreneurship; Sports; Fashion; Social Entrepreneurship/Digital Influence; Community/Socio-political development; and Creative Arts.

Since the awards’ inception in 2017, Sponsors like CocaCola, 9mobile, and Guinness together with Soundcity MVP Awards have delivered world-class live performances with appearances by such International and superstar artists as Cassper Nyovest, Navy Kenzo, Jidenna, Busiswa, Sarkodie, Davido, Patoranking, M.I. Abaga, Emtee, Kizz Daniel, Tiwa Savage, and many others.The nominations list for the fourth edition of the Soundcity MVP Awards Festival which was first announced across the Soundcity Radio Network with voting now open to the public.

According to Mr. Tajuddeen Adepetu, Executive producer of the Soundcity MVPs, “ current estimates show that the 2020 SOUNDCITY MVPs telecast which will be aired live across the continent on Saturday, January 11th  on the Soundcity TV channel DSTV 327 to an anticipated 25 million viewers across the continent”.The event producer, Mr. Adeniji Daniel says that “…this year’s edition of the Soundcity MVPs promises to bring our fans the best performances from the hottest musical acts on the continent. Also in the bag of surprises will be international show hosts, unexpected collaborations and buzzworthy pop culture moments that will definitely have the world talking for a long time to come…”

See the list of nominees for the year 20202 edition of Soundcity MVP:

BEST NEW 

  • Fireboy (NG)

  • Joeboy (NG)

  • Marioo (TZ)

  • Rema (NG)

  • Simmy (SA)

  • Wendy Shay (GH)

  • BEST COLLABORATION

  • Blow My Mind – Davido x Chris Brown (NG)

  • Daz How Star Do – Skiibii x Teni, Falz x DJ Neptune (NG)

  • Gugulethu – Prince Kaybee  x Indlovukazi x Afro Brothers x Supto (SA)

  • Jama – DJ Micsmith x Patoranking x shaker (GH)

  • Killin Dem – Burna boy x Zlatan (NG)

  • Inama – Diamond Platinumz x Fally Ipupa (TZ)

  • BEST POP 

  • Innos B (CNG)

  • Joeboy (NG)

  • Kizz Daniel (NG)

  • Mayorkun (NG)

  • Naira Marley (NG)

  • Nandy (TZ)

  • Otile Brown (KNY)

  • Teni (NG)

  • Rayvanny (TZ)

  • BEST HIPHOP 

  • Blaqbonez (NG)

  • Falz (NG)

  • Khaligraph Jones (KE)

  • Kwesta (SA)

  • Medikal (GH)

  • Nyashinski (KE)

  • Sarkodie (GH)

  • Reminisce (NG)

  • Ricky Rick (SA)

  • Zakwe (SA)

  • BEST DUO/GROUP

  • Black Motion (SA)

  • Blaq Diamond (SA)

  • Dope Nation (GH)

  • Ethic (KE)

  • Show Dem Camp (NG)

  • Toofan (TG)

  • PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

  • Cracker (NG)

  • Prince Kaybee (SA)

  • Jay Synth (NG)

  • Kel P (NG)

  • MOG (GH)

  • Ozedikus (NG)

  • Pheelz (NG)

  • Rexxie (NG)

  • S2Kizzy (TZ)

  • BEST DJ

  • DJ Crème de la Crème (KE)

  • DJ Kaywise (NG)

  • DJ Neptune (NG)

  • DJ Spinall (NG)

  • DJ Vyrusky (GH)

  • DJ Zinhle (SA)

  • DIGITAL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

  • Cassper Nyovest

  • Davido

  • Diamond Platnumz

  • Kizz Daniel

  • Mr Eazi

  • Yemi Alade

  • Wizkid

  • VIDEO OF THE YEAR

  • 49-99 – Tiwa Savage by Meji Alabi (NG)

  • Dangote – Burna Boy by Clarence Peters (NG)

  • Jericho – Simi x Patoranking by Adasa Cookey (NG)

  • Ngwa – Bassey Blk by Tebogo Malope (SA)

  • Ohema – Kuami Eugene by Rex (GH)

  • LISTENERS’ CHOICE 

  • Baby – Joeboy (NG)

  • Dumebi – Rema (NG)

  • Fetch your Life – Prince Kaybee x Msaki (SA)

  • Jealous – Fireboy (NG)

  • Jama – DJ Micsmith x Patoranking x Shaker (GH)

  • Kainama – Harmonize x Burna Boy (TZ)

  • Killin Dem – Burna Box x Zlatan (NG)

  • Kpo K3K3 – Stonebwoy x Medikal x Kelvynboy x Kwesi Arthur x Darkovibes (GH)

  • Oil & Gas – Olamide (NG)

  • VIEWERS’ CHOICE

  • 49-99 – Tiwa Savage (NG)

  • Able God – Chinko Ekun x Lil Kesh x Zlatan (NG)

  • Banomoya – DJ Kaybee x Busisiwa x TNS (SA)

  • My Level – Shatta Wale (GH)

  • On The Low – Burna Boy (NG)

  • Soapy – Naira Marley (NG)

  • Tetema – Rayvanny x Diamond Platnumz (TZ)

  • Zanku (Legwork) – Zlatan (NG)

  • BEST FEMALE MVP

  • Betty G (ETH)

  • Daphne (CMR)

  • Nandy (TZ)

  • Sho Madjozi (SA)

  • Teni (NG)

  • Tiwa Savage (NG)

  • Yemi Alade (NG)

  • BEST MALE

  • Burna Boy (NG)

  • Davido (NG)

  • Diamond Platnumz (TZ)

  • King Promise (GH)

  • Sjava (SA)

  • Wizkid (NG)

  • Zlatan (NG)

  • SONG OF THE YEAR

  • Baby – Joeboy (NG)

  • Case – Teni (NG)

  • Dumebi – Rema (NG)

  • Fetch Your Life – Prince Kaybee x Msaki (SA)

  • Jama – DJ Micsmith x Patoranking, Shaker (GH)

  • Jealous – Fireboy (NG)

  • Killin Dem – Burna Boy x Zlatan (NG)

  • Malwhede – King Monada (SA)

  • Soapy – Naira Marley (NG)

  • Tetema – Rayvanny x Diamond Platnumz (TZ)

  • Zanku (Legwork) – Zlatan (NG)

  • ARTISTE OF THE YEAR

  • Burna Boy (NG)

  • Davido (NG)

  • Diamond Platnumz (TZ)

  • Shatta Wale (GH)

  • Sho Madjozi (SA)

  • Tiwa Savage (NG)

  • Wizkid (NG)

  • Yemi Alade (NG)

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Jubet Brings His Pen and Perspective to emPawa Publishing as “Hardest Truth” Continues Its Global Run

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Jubet Brings His Pen and Perspective to emPawa Publishing as “Hardest Truth” Continues Its Global Run
Following more than four months on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart and major Shazam milestones, the Nigerian singer-songwriter enters a new chapter with emPawa Publishing.
Nigerian singer-songwriter Jubet is entering a significant new phase of his career after joining the emPawa Publishing roster, marking an important step in the development and global positioning of his songwriting catalogue.
The development was announced by emPawa Publishing and emPawa Africa, who publicly welcomed the rising Nigerian artist to the publishing family while highlighting the distinctive qualities that have come to define his music: vulnerability, melody and honest storytelling.
The partnership arrives at a defining moment for Jubet, whose breakthrough single, “Hardest Truth,” has evolved from an intensely personal record into an international Afrobeats success story.
The song has maintained a sustained presence on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart for more than four months, while reaching No. 1 in five African countries and securing placements on the Global Shazam Chart and Global Afrobeats Top 100.

 

“Hardest Truth” has also demonstrated the depth of its international reach, connecting with audiences across multiple African markets and establishing Jubet as one of the emerging voices of a new generation of Afrobeats artists.
In its announcement welcoming Jubet, emPawa described the artist as a rising Nigerian recording artist whose sound is built around vulnerability, melody and honest storytelling, qualities that have become central to his artistic identity.
The publishing company also placed emphasis on the songwriter behind the music, noting that Jubet is bringing “that pen, that perspective and that unmissable emotionality” to the emPawa Publishing catalogue.
That distinction is significant.
For Jubet, the publishing partnership represents more than recognition for a successful record. It marks a move toward developing the songwriter and the catalogue behind his growing international profile, while creating a foundation for the next phase of his career.
“Hardest Truth” has demonstrated that emotional honesty can travel. What began as a deeply personal expression has resonated with listeners across borders, turning Jubet’s vulnerability into a shared experience for audiences around the world.
For Jubet’s management, the partnership is a natural progression in an increasingly international journey.
“Jubet’s journey has always been about more than creating a successful record. At the heart of his artistry is his ability to translate real emotion and personal experiences into songs that people can see themselves in. The response to ‘Hardest Truth’ has shown us just how far that honesty can travel. Partnering with emPawa Publishing is an important step in developing Jubet not only as an artist, but as a songwriter and a catalogue with long-term global potential. We are excited about what this next chapter will make possible.”
– Louiza Williams –
Jubet’s emergence comes at a time when Afrobeats continues to expand its global footprint, with artists possessing distinctive voices and emotionally resonant songwriting finding increasingly receptive audiences beyond Nigeria.
From his beginnings in Ilora, Oyo State, to international chart recognition, Jubet’s trajectory has been shaped by an increasingly intentional approach to artistry, audience building and long-term career development.
The emPawa Publishing partnership now adds another important layer to that trajectory.
With “Hardest Truth” continuing to demonstrate staying power and a growing catalogue ahead of him, Jubet enters this next chapter not simply as a breakout artist, but as a songwriter whose voice and perspective are beginning to command international attention.
The breakthrough may have started with “Hardest Truth.” The next chapter is about what comes after it.
About Jubet
Jubet, born Akanbi Oluwa Jubelo, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and recording artist whose music is defined by vulnerability, melody and emotionally honest storytelling. His breakthrough single, “Hardest Truth,” propelled him onto international charts and introduced his distinctive sound to audiences beyond Nigeria.
About emPawa Publishing
emPawa Publishing is part of the wider emPawa Africa ecosystem, supporting songwriters and artists while developing and expanding the value of African music catalogues and creative works.
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Nigerian Duo KIEZ x MUSTI Set to Release New Afro-Fusion & Soul Track on September 23 Under Our Own Music Worldwide

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Nigerian artists Oke Gift Godspower (stage name KIEZ, also known as D Kiez) and Mustapha Audu (stage name MUSTI) are set to release a new collaborative track on September 23 under the record label “Our Own Music Worldwide”. The project, credited as KIEZ x MUSTI, is produced and mixed by Kokomani.

 

D Kiez is a Nigerian musician driven by passion, creativity, and a desire to connect with people through music. His sound blends Afrobeat, Afro-fusion, and soulful melodies, creating music that reflects real-life experiences, emotions, ambition, and the journey of chasing dreams. The upcoming release falls squarely in the Afro-Fusion & Soul genre, combining rhythmic energy with emotional depth.

 

The collaboration brings together KIEZ’s expressive, experience-driven songwriting and Musti’s complementary artistry, guided by Kokomani’s production and mixing. Released through Our Own Music Worldwide The September 23 project marks a fresh addition to the growing wave of Nigerian Afro-fusion that prioritizes authentic storytelling and melodic soul.

 

Fans of Afrobeat, Afro-fusion, and contemporary African soul can expect a track that balances groove with heartfelt emotion. Full details on the song title, streaming platforms, and official artwork will follow closer to the release date.

 

Stay tuned for KIEZ x MUSTI on September 23, presented by Our Own Music Worldwide with Digital PR by **Viral9ja Distribution & Marketing

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Gold Coast (Coast Omonofewho) Releases Promo Photos, Named Lascurt Hotels International Enterprise Ambassador

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September 5, 2026

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Rising artist Gold Coast (born Coast Omonofewho) has released a fresh set of promo photos as he continues to build momentum following the official drop of his single Thank You Lord. The new visuals arrive as the singer is also announced as the official Ambassador for Lascurt Hotels International Enterprise.

The promo photos showcase Gold Coast in a polished and confident light, capturing the energy and gratitude that define this chapter of his career. The images are expected to accompany ongoing promotions for Thank You Lord, which is now available on all major streaming platforms along with its official music video.

In a significant career development, Gold Coast has been named Ambassador for Lascurt Hotels International Enterprise. The partnership links the artist with a respected hospitality brand known for excellence and premium service. As ambassador, he will represent the group across key platforms and engagements.

“This season is full of blessings,” Gold Coast shared. “Releasing new promo photos, seeing Thank You Lord out in the world with its video, and stepping into the role of Lascurt Hotels International Enterprise Ambassador all feel like perfect timing. I’m grateful and ready for what’s next.”

The combination of new promo visuals, a freshly released single, and a high-profile ambassadorship positions Gold Coast (Coast Omonofewho) as a rising force to watch. Fans are encouraged to stream Thank You Lord, watch the official video, and follow his journey with Lascurt Hotels International Enterprise.
Stay connected to Gold Coast’s official channels for more updates and exclusive content.
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