BellaNaija highlights five new essential Afrobeats releases for the weekend, featuring a preview of Davido's upcoming album, a collaboration between Jorja Smith and Wizkid, and new singles from Falz, Ayra Starr, and Fola. These tracks are recommended for updating weekend playlists.

In the first half of 2026, Afrobeats has shown significant global growth, with digital streaming becoming the main factor in music consumption and commercial success, according to Nairametrics. The article lists the ten most-streamed Nigerian songs on YouTube Music during this period.

Nigerian artist Burna Boy has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the African artist with the highest monthly streams on Spotify, according to Soko Directory. This accomplishment highlights his growing influence and popularity in the music industry.

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Burna Boy has surpassed fellow Grammy-winning singer Tems to become the African artist with the highest monthly listeners on Spotify, according to Vanguard. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Burna Boy's career and underscores his growing international presence in the music industry.

Afrobeats artist Davido expressed his joy after a video surfaced showing his second daughter, Hailey, singing along to one of his songs. The clip, which was shared online, features Hailey enthusiastically mouthing the lyrics and dancing, showcasing her enjoyment of her father's music. Davido's pride was evident as he reacted to the heartwarming moment.

Wizkid marked his 15th anniversary on stage at a concert in Maryland, United States, where he was joined by fellow Nigerian stars Davido and Tems. According to PM News, the event featured major performances from Nigerian, African, Caribbean and American artistes spanning Afrobeats, amapiano, dancehall and hip-hop. The show brought together leading figures from across the global music scene, highlighting the growing international reach of Afrobeats and celebrating one of the genre's most prominent artists and his career milestone.