DJ Jimmy Jatt at 60: Celebrating a Legendary Music Career

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The legendary DJ Jimmy Jatt, born Oluwaforijimi Adewale Amu, celebrated his 60th birthday on October 15, 2026.

This is a milestone for an artiste who impacted the generation of artistes and added value to the careers of late Sound Sultan, TuBaba, 9ice, D’Banj, MI, Ruggedman, Omawumi, Tiwa Savage, and others as a creative Disc Jockey.

As one of the founders of Nigerian hip-hop and modern disc jockeying, turning 60 is a massive milestone for a pioneer who helped shape the sound, culture, and commercial viability of the country’s entertainment industry for over four decades.

Musician, comedians and players in the industry congratulated him on his milestones via his social media handle.

AY, Basket Mouth, Darey Art Alade, Tony Tetuila, VJ Adams, Black Face, Ayo Shonaiya, Capital FEMI, Rapper BOUQUI, Chidi Mokeme, PR Guru, Kunle Ayeni, Fliptyce, DJ Abass, DJ Spinall, DJ Lambo and Deejay3k showered encomiums on him.

Dj Jimmy Jatt, who remains active and was in Birmingham, England, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, for his Rewind UK Tour, had Sir Shina Peters and African China serenade the audience.

Starting in the mid-1980s, initially stepping into the scene as a rapper before moving behind the turntables, Jimmy Jatt transformed what it meant to be a DJ in Nigeria:

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His legendary open-air mobile studio and street carnival, Road Block, served as an essential crucible for underground rap battles, giving early platforms to countless artists who would go on to become African music royalty.

Jimmy Jatt institutionalised the concert-DJ culture, turning a DJ showcase into one of the most anticipated annual events on the entertainment calendar.

His mixtapes and eventual 8 series years later) shattered the walls of rival crews, bringing disparate artists together onto single tracks and setting the standard for collaborative feature culture in Nigerian music.

From the analogue vinyl era through the digital transition, Jimmy Jatt’s car, his mixtapes and eventual collaborative compilation projects (most notably his monumental Jimmy’s Jump Off album series years later) shattered the walls of rival crews, bringing disparate artists together onto single tracks and setting the standard for collaborative feature culture in Nigerian music. eer mirrors the evolution of the Nigerian music boom itself.

In 2006, Jimmy Jatt won the Hip Hop World Hall of Fame award at the maiden edition of The Headies for his contribution to hip-hop in Nigeria.

In 2007, he released a mixtape titled The Definition, a compilation of songs featuring several Nigerian artistes, including Sound Sultan, 2Baba, Mode 9, Naeto C, 9ice, Ruggedman, eLDee, M.I, among others.

Despite personal challenges of losing his sight in the left eye during the COVID-19 period due to diabetes and having a kidney transplant in 2020 in Abuja, Jimmy Jatt says he has recovered abroad and has returned to activities, touring and DJing.

Celebrating six decades of life cements his legacy not just as a master of the wheels of steel, but as an enduring institution in African pop culture.

Nigerian Artistes Who Have Performed at International Sporting Events

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Music has become an integral part of the sporting experience, adding excitement, entertainment and cultural appeal to major competitions worldwide. Beyond the action on the pitch and court, fans now look forward to performances by their favourite musicians at international sporting events.

Nigerian artistes have increasingly taken centre stage at these global gatherings, showcasing Afrobeats and other African sounds to millions of viewers. From football tournaments to American football and basketball events, these performers continue to strengthen Nigeria’s presence on the international entertainment scene.

Here are five Nigerian artistes who have graced major international sporting events.

1. Ayra Starr

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr made history on October 11, 2026, reportedly becoming the first African artiste to headline a halftime show at a National Football League (NFL) International Game. Her appearance further highlighted the growing global recognition of Nigerian music and its influence beyond traditional entertainment platforms.

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2. Burna Boy

Grammy Award-winning singer Burna Boy has established himself as a major representative of African music on the global stage. He has been associated with performances at prominent sporting events, including the UEFA Champions League Final Kick-Off Show, FIFA World Cup-related ceremonies and the NBA All-Star Game, bringing his energetic sound to international audiences.

3. Tems

Tems made history on July 13, 2025, as the first African artiste to perform at a FIFA Club World Cup Final halftime show. The Nigerian singer delivered her hit song Love Me JeJe alongside selections from her music catalogue, further demonstrating the international appeal of Afrobeats and contemporary African music.

4. Davido

Afrobeats superstar Davido has also featured at major football events, including the FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony, the 2022 FIFA World Cup Draw and the 2022 AFCON Opening Concert. His performances have helped introduce Nigerian music to diverse audiences across different countries.

5. Femi Kuti

Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti became the first Nigerian artiste to perform at a FIFA World Cup opening ceremony on June 11, 2010. At Soccer City in Johannesburg, South Africa, he performed Beng Beng Beng before a global audience during the first World Cup hosted on African soil.

These appearances demonstrate how Nigerian artistes continue to use international sporting platforms to promote the country’s music, culture and creative influence worldwide.

Omah Lay Rushed to Hospital in the United States

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Nigerian singer, Omah Stanley Didia, better known as Omah Lay, was reportedly rushed to a hospital in the United States.
It was learnt that the ‘Holy Ghost’ singer was hospitalized after sustaining a leg injury while performing an acrobatic stunt during rehearsals.

The incident was said to have occurred in Los Angeles, California.
n a viral photo online, the singer is seen lying on the floor with his left leg wrapped as medical personnel surround and attend to him.

A video also showed the singer, who is currently on his ‘Clarity of Mind’ world tour, on a stretcher being carried inside an ambulance for medical attention.

At the time of filing this report, neither Omah Lay nor his management has released any update on his condition.

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Meanwhile, Omah Lay, recently revealed that he is no longer putting pressure on himself to stop smoking after several attempts to break the habit.

The Afrobeats star made this known during a podcast conversation with DJ Dan.

During the interview, he opened up about his experience with smoking and his difficulty quitting.

Omah Lay explained that he had made several efforts to stop smoking but repeatedly struggled to stay away from it.

After those attempts, he said he has decided to accept that smoking is currently part of his lifestyle rather than continue forcing himself to quit.

‘You Don’t Know How to Honour God’: Victoria Orenze Rebukes Worshippers Recording Her Ministration

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Gospel singer Victoria Orenze has cautioned worshippers against using their phones to record videos during ministration.
It was reported that the singer expressed her displeasure with the habit during a ministration, telling worshippers to put away their phones and pay attention to the presence of God.

According to Orenze, many people are more concerned about recording spiritual moments than having a personal encounter with God.
She questioned the need to capture every moment on camera, urging worshippers to preserve their experiences with God in their hearts instead of through phone recordings.

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She said: “Don’t use your phones, I will send you far away from here. You don’t know how to honour God. You don’t know how to respect the Spirit of God. Everything is about capturing, and yet you will have nothing inside. You want to capture? Capture in your heart. Drop those phones. Have an encounter with God.

“This generation, we are used to phones. Anything, phone. When you are making love in your room, do you carry phones? You are before the Lord. Blind Bartimeus didn’t carry a phone and say, ‘Jesus, Son of David.’ He was shouting. The woman with the issue of blood didn’t say, ‘Jesus is passing; let me video him.’ You don’t have issues. If you do, you won’t pick up your phones and make videos.”

Elon Musk Names His All-Time Favourite Musician, Calls Him ‘The Shakespeare of Music’

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Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has revealed his favourite musician of all-time.
According to the SpaceX and Tesla CEO, the late German composer, Johann Sebastian Bach, is the greatest musician of all-time.

He described Bach as the William Shakespeare of music.

On his X handle, Musk wrote, “Johann Sebastian Bach is the Shakespeare of music. Best there ever was.”

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Johann Sebastian Bach was an 18th-century German composer, keyboardist, violinist, organ expert and music director known for his prolific output across a variety of instruments and forms.

Some of his most notable works include the orchestral Brandenburg Concertos; solo instrumental works such as the Cello Suites and Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin; keyboard works such as the Goldberg Variations and The Well-Tempered Clavier; organ works such as the Schübler Chorales and the Toccata and Fugue in D minor; and choral works such as the St. Matthew Passion and the Mass in B minor.

Funke Akindele Responds After Jide Kosoko Reveals Why He Fears Working With Her

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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reacted after veteran actor Jide Kosoko revealed that he sometimes gets scared whenever she invites him to feature in her movies.
It was recalled that Kosoko spoke about the actress’s work ethic during an interview with African A-List, where he praised her energy, dedication and attention to detail on movie sets.

The veteran actor explained that working with Akindele could be demanding because she sometimes insists on shooting a scene up to 15 times to achieve the desired result.
Kosoko also disclosed that the filmmaker could decide to reshoot scenes the following day after noticing details that needed to be corrected, even when the cast and crew had already moved on from those scenes.

He described Akindele as exceptionally hardworking, adding that her energy was difficult to match.

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Reacting, Funke Akindele quoted the video of Jide Kosoko speaking about her during the interview on her 𝕏 page, adding laughing emojis.

In other news, Veteran Nollywood actor Afeez Oyetoro, popularly known as Saka, has defended filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele over claims that she is too strict while working on movie sets.

In an interview, he explained that her firmness was part of what was needed to successfully manage a major film production involving a large budget and many people.

The actor said Akindele treated him well during their time working together and described her as a caring and humble person.

Laide Bakare Rejects Eniola Badmus’ Apology Amid Ongoing Feud

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Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has rejected the public apology issued by her colleague, Eniola Badmus.
It was reported that Bakare expressed her displeasure in an Instagram post on Tuesday, where she dismissed Badmus’ apology as fake.

She wrote: “Fake apology”.
Her reaction comes hours after Badmus apologized over her conduct during a recent interview in which Bakare’s name was mentioned.

The controversy started after a video from an interview hosted by Isbae U circulated on social media.

In the clip, Badmus appeared to shrug and change her facial expression when the interviewer mentioned Bakare among his favourite actresses.

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The reaction angered Bakare, who took to social media to express her displeasure and accuse Badmus of repeatedly making statements or displaying behaviour that could damage her public image.

Bakare described her colleague as a nuisance and questioned why she continued to engage in actions that she believed were intended to tarnish her reputation.

In response to the backlash, Badmus later acknowledged that her reaction during the interview might have appeared dismissive and apologized to Bakare.

Badmus also stated that despite any differences between them, she preferred peace and wished her colleague well.

She added that people continued to learn and grow as they navigated life, noting that maturity sometimes required letting go of disagreements and moving forward.

Bidemi Kosoko Celebrates 40th Birthday, Appreciates Father for Raising Her

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Actress Bidemi Kosoko is celebrating her 40th birthday, expressing gratitude to God for the milestone while appreciating her father, veteran actor Jide Kosoko, for his unwavering love, prayers and support following the death of her mother.

The actress shared her feelings in her birthday message, saying she woke up with immense joy as she marked a new chapter in her life.

According to Bidemi, the first call came at midnight, bringing prayers and blessings.

She said the gesture moved her to tears as she reflected on her journey and the absence of her late mother.

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“I woke up this morning with so much joy in my heart! Today I am 40 and grateful!
“The first call I got at exactly 12 AM was from my Dad, showering me with prayers and blessings. At that moment, tears filled my eyes.
“My Mum is no longer here to celebrate with me, and I miss her so much every day, but God has been faithful. Even without my Mum, my Dad has been, both a father and a mother to me. He never left any gap; he stood by me, supported me, and loved me unconditionally.

“Thank you, Daddy, for filling both roles so beautifully, for your love and your prayers. Thank you, Jesus, for 40 years”, she wrote.

Toluwanisings: Family Announces October 27 for Night of Tributes, Service of Songs

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The family of late gospel singer, Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has announced a Night of Tributes and Service of Songs in his honour.

The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 27th October 2026, at 3:00 PM at the Hall of Grace, Jogor Centre, Ibadan, with a white dress code.

Toluwanisings died on Wednesday, 14th October, after he reportedly slumped at his residence in Ibadan.

According to his personal assistant, Babadunni Gbolabo, they rushed him to about eight hospitals, but no one attended to him.

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The Tribute Night, announced on his official Instagram page, will celebrate his life, legacy, and ministry.

“With heavy hearts, yet in gratitude to God for a life that touched many, we invite you to join us for a Night of Tributes in honour of our beloved brother, friend, and gospel minister, Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, fondly known as Toluwanisings,” the family wrote.

The statement added that it would be “a night of love, reflection, heartfelt tributes, cherished memories, and thanksgiving to God for the life he lived and the legacy he leaves behind.”

His death came less than 24 hours after his final ministration at Bidemi Olaoba’s ‘In His Presence’ worship service in Ibadan.

 

Davido Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Son on His Posthumous Birthday

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Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has celebrated his late son, Ifeanyi, on his posthumous birthday.

Ifeanyi, who was born on October 20, 2019, to Davido and his wife, Chioma Adeleke, would have turned seven on Tuesday.

Taking to social media, the singer paid an emotional tribute to his late child, saying he and his wife still miss him deeply.

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Ifeanyi died on October 31, 2022, at the age of three, after drowning in a swimming pool at his father’s Banana Island residence in Lagos.
The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the cause of death at the time, following an autopsy.

His death sparked widespread grief across the country, with fans, colleagues and public figures pouring in condolences to the Adeleke family.