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 Osun 2025 Budget: Knowing the reasons behind the numbers - Sarafa Ibrahim On Wednesday, Governor Ademola Adeleke presented the 2025 budget estimates to the Osun State House of Assembly. The fiscal bill themed 'Budget of Sustainable Growth and Transformation' is totalled N390 billion, out of which N245 billion is earmarked for recurrent expenditure while N144 billion will service capital expenditure. Of the N245 billion proposed for recurrent expenditure, N102 billion will fund salaries and allowances, as well as Pensions and Gratuities, while the balance of N145 billion is set aside. Here is where I think many are confused, and have expectedly, raised concerns. N145 billion is a whole lot of money and not clearly stating the purpose for which it was set aside can truly be concerning. The very reason why government, especially in a democracy is required to present a budget for legislature scrutiny and approval, is to give citizens an idea of how their fund will be expended. And, looking at the interest that the 2025 budget presented by Governor Adeleke has attracted among Osun people, it is clear that the people are paying more attention to finances. That is a good thing. Now, to the N145bn estimate, which seems to be the basis of concerns. Nothing is happening to that provision and I will try as much as possible to show this. I'm sure many will recall that in July this year, President Bola Tinubu announced the agreement of a new minimum wage and forwarded a bill to the National Assembly to pass it to law. By the new law, the minimum wage in the country is N70,000 and no longer N30,000 it was before. Although, many states have adopted between N70,000 and N85,000 as minimum wage in their respective states, but utilisation will mostly be next year. In Osun, in particular, announcement of a new minimum wage is imminent as the committee tasked to firm up template is almost done. The significant change that comes with the new minimum wage, which could be as high as 113%, is one of the expenses that the N145bn set aside would fund. Let us, for a moment, assume that Osun settled for the N70,000 in the law as minimum wage, that will mean at least, N40,000 addition to the existing wage bill per workers, and spreading this to the size of Osun civil servant population will turn out huge. An increase in minimum wage will also reflect bonuses and allowances that will go to civil servants in the 2025 fiscal year. Take, for instance, leave bonus which every workers are entitled to in a year. If a worker on the old minimum wage of N30,000 receive N15,000 as leave bonus, he or she will get nothing less than N35,000 as leave bonus with a new minimum wage, representing at least N20,000 increase and this will also be taken care of by the N145bn recurrent spending estimate set aside. Another spending that will benefit from the N145bn is the adjustment in the take-home of pensioners. Just like workers, the implementation of a new minimum wage will reflect on pensioners benefit and this was contemplated for in the proposal for next year's funding. Away from this, is the scheduled recruitment of teachers in public schools. Although, the process for the recruitment has been concluded, the decision on minimum wage appear to have stalled the issuance of employment letters to successful candidates. Notwithstanding this development, the government factored their salary and allowances in the 2025 budget, which will be drawn from the N145bn recurrent expenditure set aside. Even more, is the engagement of the Imole Corp, a youth volunteering scheme, which will most likely take off next year. The scheme will engage tens of thousand youths in series of community works, which spread across education, health and transportation sector. Benefits of volunteers among other needs are factored in the N145bn recurrent expenditure set aside in the 2025 budget presented by Governor Adeleke. And lastly, the provision for debt servicing is factored in the N145bn recurrent expenditure set aside. Last year, debt servicing was estimated to gulp N27 billion, and with the prevailing exchange rate and the attendant implication on foreign debt repayment, it could go as high as N30 billion in the 2025 fiscal year. This will be funded from the N145 billion recurrent expenditure set aside. Half salary payment for active workers and pensioners owed by the previous APC administration will also be funded from the N145bn. In all, we must understand that budget proposal is basically an expectation, not that the money is on ground to spend. The N145bn, as well as the entire budget vote of N390bn, is an estimate of what the government believes could handle the highlighted expenses so that things could run seamlessly. This is quite straightforward and does not give a basis for the usual political pandering that some have obviously shown on the issue. Since assuming office, Governor Adeleke has been transparent in handling public fund, ensuring judicious use of accruals for the good of the people as manifest in the remarkable strides recorded in the last 23 months. Nothing has changed or will change. ● Sarafa Ibrahim is a Special Assistant to the Osun State Governor on Print Media and writes from Osogbo, Osun State.
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 Stakeholders raise concern as non-communicable diseases claim 684,000 Nigerians. The recent report that over 684,000 Nigerians die from non communicable diseases, NCDs, annually, is a source of concern. Non communicable diseases are diseases that are not contagious. Most Nigerians have been battling with communicable or infectious diseases like cholera, Human Immuno Virus, HIV, tuberculosis among others. Such diseases have, however, attracted public attention as they are always in the news. But, not many pay attention to the non communicable diseases. However, the staggering number of casualties of non communicable diseases was brought to the front burner by the Lead Strategist of Gatefield, Adewunmi Emoruwa, in Abuja recently at a two-day health summit organised by Gatefield. Speaking at the summit entitled, “Beyond65: Preventing the Quiet Epidemic,” Emoruwa decried the devastating negative impacts of non communicable diseases, which he said claims over 684,000 lives annually in Nigeria. He said: “NCDs are responsible for over 684,000 deaths annually in Nigeria. This is equivalent to wiping out an entire population of Luxembourg every single year. This preventable crisis can no longer be ignored.” He revealed that the NCD-related deaths in Nigeria have increased from 24 percent in 2010 to 29 percent at present. Gatefield, also launched a new health strategy to tackle the growing crisis of NCDs in Nigeria, where life expectancy averages just 52 years. Listing what he described as the driving factors for the NCDs’ quiet epidemic, Emoruwa attributed the crisis to the dangerous rise of unhealthy diets such as foods and beverages containing added-sugars, excessive salt consumption, alcohol and tobacco use, and environmental pollution. He said Nigerians consume 4.9 servings of sugary drinks per week, nearly double the global average. Salt intake is dangerously high at 5.8 grammes per day, above the World Health Organisation, WHO, recommended level. Nigeria has a high prevalence of heavy episodic drinking at 27.3 percent, and without intervention, smoking rates in Africa are projected to rise by 30 percent by 2030 “Around 48 million Nigerians are not physically active enough, increasing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease,” he said. He said that there was a need to tackle tobacco use, sedentary lifestyle and ensure behaviour change among others. He said: “NCDs, like cancer and heart diseases, are not death sentences if caught early. But too often, people don’t recognise the signs, don’t get tested, and seek help only when it’s too late. “The government must invest in messaging. The government shouldn’t wait for the WHO; they shouldn’t wait for the UN. The government needs to bring the money out.” In her contribution, the Gatefield’s Board Co-chair, Sa’adatu Hamu-Aliyu, said the average Nigerian does not live past the age of 52 and the average African does not live past the age of 64. She said: “Compare this to Europe, Japan, and Canada, where life expectancy exceeds 80 years. This means that an average person in the developed world is likely to live at least 20 years longer than their fellow humans in low and middle income populations.” She said Gatefield’s health strategy outlines five key interventions aimed at reducing preventable deaths and improving life expectancy. “They are fixing our national diet, taking down tobacco, and supporting mental health among others.” She added that Gatefield’s strategy would push for policies that encourage routine screenings, public health education, and stronger enforcement of regulations on ultra-processed foods, sugar sweetened beverages, and harmful substances like tobacco and alcohol. On solutions to addressing the issue, the former Executive Vice-Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, CEO, of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Babatunde Irukera, called for a robust government’s policy. “A robust policy and structure will be a combination of hard and soft infrastructure in the forms of both physical structures such as facilities and equipment, and soft ones such as sufficiently trained human capital who recognise their roles and obligations as caregivers and institutions to ensure accountability,” he said. Throwing more light on the subject of discussion, Dr. Uche Okenyi of Nova’s Place Hospital, Festac, Lagos, further described non communicable diseases as chronic non transmittable diseases which can manifest as a result of genetics, environmental factors, lifestyles, among others. He gave examples to include but not limited to hypertension, asthma, cancer, sickle cell diseases, stroke, among others. “These types of diseases contrast with diseases which can be transmitted from person to person, for example cholera, tuberculosis, HIV, among others,” he added. He offered insight into how the 684, 000 annual death figure can be reduced. He believes that if the number of annual deaths from non communicable diseases in Nigeria must be reduced drastically, both the government and individuals have roles to play. He told DAILY POST: “To reduce the increase of these kinds of diseases, the government needs to aggressively enlighten people on the factors that can predispose to the development of these conditions. “The government also needs to create the enabling environment that will enable individuals and families to thrive and be empowered in order to eat and live right. “For the individuals, lifestyle changes are paramount, including avoiding alcohol, smoking, physical inactivity and overindulgence. It is also important that people marry right in the case of sickle cell.” He noted that the cost implications are very heavy on the government, adding that it puts a big strain on the government’s budgets on health. He said: “For the health sector, the burden and cost of care for non communicable diseases is prohibitive, from diagnosis to initial stabilization, then follow up and maintenance. “Tests reagents, diagnostic equipment, drugs and possible surgical interventions for cases like brain clot from severe hypertension or regular blood transfusion for people with sickle cell diseases are expensive. These can overstretch the budgets for the health sector leading to paucity of funds to run regular services. This affects the remuneration of health workers, leading to incessant strikes by healthcare workers, and ultimately worsening the situation.” Professor Anthony Ugwu of the Radiography Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, also described non communicable diseases as those diseases that cannot be transmitted from one person to another. He also cited diabetes, hypertension and arthritis among others as examples of such diseases. He equally spoke on what the role of the Government and individuals should be in ensuring that the trend is halted. “The figure can be reduced when individuals live a good lifestyle, including abstaining from excessive intake of alcohol, smoking, as well as engaging in regular exercises; that is on the side of the individuals. “However, the government can also address the situation by organising regular health talks and programmes to enlighten people on health protective behaviours,” he told DAILY POST. On the implications of the scourge to the nation’s health sector, he noted that apart from losing quite a number of productive Nigerians that could have contributed to the economic growth of the country through their human resources, there would also be an increase in poverty level of the populace. He said: “The implication is that there will be increased poverty because of increased healthcare cost and low productivity due to ill health.” Dailypost
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 ● CHIEF AFOLABI YEKEEN AND HIS DAUGHTER ADIJAT OLABISI AFOLABI ARE STILL MISSING SINCE NOVEMBER ,2023, KOSOFE MARKET LEADERS RAISED ALARMIt is with great sadness that the Chief Afolabi and his daughter Olabisi are still missing despite the efforts of the entire Kosofe Market Association. Chief Afolabi Yekeen and his Daughter who left for an inspection on their land in November 2023 are yet to returned till date, the abductor of Chief Afolabi Yekeen and Adijat Olabisi Afolabi are yet to be fish out by Nigeria Police Since 2023. The Leaders of KOSOFE MARKET Community made this know to our correspondence today in Kosofe Market, they expressed a deep Concern and frustration on this issue, that the level of Insecurity within the Community need urgent Attention of the State Government and Federal Government, there is need for Adequate Security measurement and the Where about of Chief Afolabi Yekeen and Adijat Olabisi Afolabi need to be Ascertain and Nigeria Police Force need to help in this matter. The Security of lives and properties of the Citizens should be the priority of the Government.  
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● "What Is Expected Of OSSIEC, Political Parties, Police, ICPC, Others Ahead of Osun LG Poll" - Ajelogbon (Watch Video)
● Osun LG Poll: Multimedia Journalist, Ajelogbon charges stakeholders
● VIDEO: Ajelogbon calls for Violence-Free Osun LG Election (Watch Here)In preparation for the forthcoming local government election in Osun State, a multimedia journalist and ewí rendition expert, Mukhtar Ajelogbon De-Moon has advised stakeholders in the state on the need to have a credible election in the state. Recall that Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) had earlier fixed February 22nd, 2025 to conduct election across the 30 local governments including Area office in the State. However, the Osogbo born publisher of the OsunReporters News and State Chairman of Osun Online Publishers (OOPA) uses his unique style of Yoruba language rendition to admonish, caution, appeal and advise various stakeholders in the pre, during and post election participation. He sends massages to electorates and Political parties on violence-free campaigns. He equally charged the contestants to confirm the genuinity of their candidacy from within before canvassing for votes especially at this critical time of local government with on autonomy. Ajelogbon called on the youths to play their roles diligently and never allowed themselves to be used as bad and destructive elements before, during and after the election as this would go a long way to promote unity and peace within the state. The three-minutes-tuenty-seconds video is full of advice and warning to the appropriate quarters among which he charged the State electoral umpire, Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) to discharge its duty without fair or favour, strike balance and produce credible election come February, 2025. The electorates were further sensitized not to engage in vote selling with popular slang "DIBO KO'SEBE or DIBO KO'RALE" meaning 'sell your vote and Cook or sell your vote and buy land'. He noted that such act would lead to the emergence of bad leaders which would bring misfortune in the near future. Ajelogbon then called on Nigeria Police Force, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) to be proactive and remain steadfast in the bid to curb vote buying to the bearest minimum if not totally erased. He implores the journalists to use their professionalism in the discharge of their duties because they serve as ears, eyes and mouth of the masses, adding that their professional contributions to success of the election remains important as ever. Ajelogbon who has experience in broadcast, print and digital media, called on Osun State Government under the watch of Governor Ademola Adeleke to give level playing ground to every party and contestants in order to have free, fair and credible election in the state, concluded that there will be winners and losers in every contest, hence the need to brace peace is sacrosanct. Watch the video via YouTube link below 👇 i=6Vaw1RUu4iRZSAMX
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 The data is contained in the ‘October 2024 Nigeria Security Report’ by Beacon Security and Intelligence Limited, BSIL, a security risk management and intelligence consulting company, and made available to DAILY POST on Tuesday.No fewer than 971 Nigerians were abducted across the country in October 2024, DAILY POST learnt. The revelation is coming amid the emergence of a new terror group, ‘Lakurawa’ in the northwestern part of the country. The data is contained in the ‘October 2024 Nigeria Security Report’ by Beacon Security and Intelligence Limited, BSIL, a security risk management and intelligence consulting company, and made available to DAILY POST on Tuesday. The report said there’s a deterioration of security metrics of incidents, abductions and fatalities in the country, warning that the rising numbers suggested that 2024 was likely to be the worst year in security performance in about a decade. It explained that the month under review was marked mainly by developments associated with violent activities, including killings and kidnapping for ransom mainly by non-state armed groups (NSAGs), criminal gangs, cult groups, and armed ethnic militias, and social unrest in the form of protests and labour action triggered by the harsh socio-economic circumstances in the country and political activities. The security firm revealed that data collected indicated that the country recorded a 51% rise in fatalities and 24.42% increase in abductions. A breakdown of the report according to BEACON INTEL showed Nigeria recorded 861 security incidents, of which 64.92% (559) were attributed to security threats, 24.79% (215) consisted of security forces operations, and 4.99% (43) were attributed to safety incidents from October 1-31, 2024. In the month under review, the country also recorded 1545 fatalities, with 67.70% attributed to civilian deaths, 25.89% to criminals/non-state armed groups (NSAGs), and 6.40% attributed to security forces and 971 individuals abducted. In terms of distribution across the country, the North East and North West regions were the most affected by security incidents, which account for 52.03% of the total incidents, respectively, whereas the South East reported the fewest incidents at 7.78%. “The number of individuals abducted increased from 807 in September 2024 to 971 in October 2024, marking a 20.32% increase and a shift from the 11.03% decline recorded in September 2024. “The North West was the hardest hit, with 83.83% of all abductions occurring in this region, while the South West region experienced the least number of abductions with 0.21%. “Of the total number of abducted individuals, Northern Nigeria accounted for 954 (98.25%), while Southern Nigeria accounted for 17 (1.75%),” the report added. The breakdown also showed that the number of individuals killed increased from 1,022 in September 2024 to 1,545 in October 2024, indicating an increase of 51.17%. It explained that the variations for the North West (37.93%) and North Central (28.16%) regions had the highest numbers cumulatively, accounting for 66.09% of total fatalities. The South-South had the lowest fatality rates, at 3.56%. Of the total number of fatalities, Northern Nigeria accounted for (1,283) 83.04%, while Southern Nigeria accounted for (262) 16.96%. Speaking to DAILY POST in an interview, the CEO, Beacon Security and Intelligence Limited, Dr Kabir Adamu explained that the country has a weak and ineffective security management system. Adamu said this explained why the country hasn’t been able to address the root causes and manifestation of insecurities in the country. The security expert warned that the security situation in the country had really deteriorated, stressing it might result in more fatalities in Nigeria, if the trajectory continues. “We just published our October report. What it says is that the situation has really deteriorated, and we are a bit alarmed with the rate of deterioration. “If it continues at this rate, perhaps what we are likely to get is more fatality in Nigeria in the last 10 months, if this trajectory that we are seeing continues. “There are three reasons driving insecurity. The socio-economic factor, the cost of living crisis that we are experiencing and other socioe-conomic issues. “Then the political issue, for instance, the off-cycle election, and the outcome of the 2023 election. “For the fact that some people felt aggrieved they didn’t get the justice they deserved and now kind of sabotaging the government as it were. “The last one is the environmental factor; the climate change issue that is causing both internal and external factors in the movement of transhuman, herders, and geopolitics in the Sahel region. Such are responsible for the rise in insecurity. “Of course, for the fact we don’t have a security management system in place to address these factors, both the drivers and the triggers, as well as the root causes are also other factors. “We have a very weak and ineffective security management system that has not been able to address the root causes and manifestation of insecurities in the country. “Our criminal justice system is ineffective that people feel that when they complain or take their case, especially to the law enforcement, they are not heard. A significant number of those people will rather pick guns to get their pound of flesh. “It’s a failure of our security strategy. We have at least three laws in the country that are meant to prevent terrorism. Number one is the National Counter-Terrorism Strategy (NACTEST) that was passed in 2016. Policy Framework and National Action Plan for Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE) launched in 2017. “Another one is Terrorism Preventing and Prohibition Act (2022) – NCTC, which was amended in 2022. If you read them, there are at least five elements: to forestall, to secure, to identify, to prevent, and then to implement. “First we would have to address current challenges in terrorism that we have. And more importantly, we would have prevented new one from emerging. “Under these five elements that I mentioned, they include securing our borders, they include forming a partnership with our neighbouring countries like Niger, Chad, Benin Republic, Cameroon. Because we did not implement it, most Nigerians are not even aware of the existence of these documents. “Government has failed in buying the minds of Nigerians to the extent that Nigerians would be supportive of these three documents. “And when you have a terrorism challenge, remember that in terrorism there are three elements. We have the government, audience (Nigerians) and the perpetrators. “Both the perpetrators and the government are speaking to the audience, where the government fails to get influence over the audience, then the perpetrators will get influence over the audience. “Because we haven’t communicated in a strategic manner the content of these three documents, to the extent that the market woman in the place where these Lakurawa emerged does not even know which number to call or whom to approach if she sees a member of Lakurawa. That’s the failure of governance.”
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 Ab-Soul Releases ‘Soul Burger’ Album Feat. Lupe Fiasco, Doechii, Ty Dolla Sign, More: Stream Ab-Soul is back with his anticipated new album Soul Burger. The 15 track album sees contributions from Doechii, Vince Staples, Fre$H, Ty Dolla $ign, Lupe Fiasco, Punch (TDE president), Blxst and Asia Holiday. JID is also featured on the recently released single ‘Crazier’. This marks the TDE rapper’s first project since HERBERT in 2022. Stream the new album below. We already know that we can expect some high quality bars from him on here. He also did an episode of On The Radar recently, which you can watch here. Stream Here
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 Association of Nigerian Private Medical Practitioners, ANPMP, says private hospitals in Nigeria are folding up due to the ravaging economic downturn. It also revealed that the nation’s economic situation has forced several Nigerians into self medication, resulting in organ failure and subsequently, death. ANPMP’s Chairman, Dr Odia Festus Ihongbe in an exclusive interview with DAILY POST, weekend, in Abuja, said that morgues were being filled up with dead bodies, while hospital beds were empty. According to him, “people come only when it becomes critical and they just want you to do magic. And some want to die in the hospital, maybe because of confusion in their families.” Dr Odia revealed that Nigerians now google their symptoms and buy “drugs from chemists until it gets to the terminal stage. “Sometimes, we keep them outside and issue death certificates because if you don’t do that, they will come in and dump the body in your hospital and say they are going to look for money for burial”. Odia further lamented that private hospitals cannot afford to pay the N70,000 minimum wage recently approved by the federal government, owing to poor revenue. He said, “How will the private sector pay the N70,000 minimum wage? Meanwhile the private sector employs 80 percent of doctors and nurses and other scientists, so we are more in number. “If you have like eight to ten cleaners in your hospital, that’s already about N800,000. Who will pay that money?” “We provide services to 80 percent of healthcare services in Nigeria yet the government does not show concern about developing the private sector. “They do more lip service than giving us required attention. Whatever affects health, affects the private sector more. “You have to provide accommodations for your workers, pay salaries like any other businesses.” He lamented that prices of essential drugs and hospital equipment have skyrocketed due to the forex crisis. “We buy drugs and other heavy equipment and the prices of all these things are galloping everyday. “For instance, the oxygen machine that we used to buy for N25,000 some years ago, went to about N100,000 and we raised the alarm. “Now the same machine is over N1.5 to N2 million. How do we survive it? These are even minor pieces of equipment. “Now, the interest rate in banks is something else and no bank wants to help us because it’s not a ‘sharp sharp’ business”, he lamented. He further stated that the only way the Nigerian medical system would work effectively was through the national health insurance, which according to him, collapsed 20 years ago. He said, “Where the Nigerian medical system would have worked is through national health insurance. This has been destroyed for over 20 years. “For over 20 years, they could only cover 4 percent of the Nigerian population. Recently they said the insurance has increased from N500 to N700, how can N700 treat a person for a whole month? “They know the truth, but they are acting like they are ignorant. Some months ago, we said we are not treating again, then they added N400. “You can see that there is no seriousness. Between now and December, we will stop treating them. They should go and look for how to treat their patients. The way Nigerians are dropping dead every day is alarming. If we have resolved as a country to reduce the population of Nigerians through negative health index, let us come out openly and say it. “Because Nigerians can no longer access healthcare. Paracetamol that used to be N250 is now N7000. I don’t know how they want Nigerians to survive. “Ordinary syringe of N250 is now more than N7000 per pack. We are all confused. People are just dying and mortuaries are filled up”. On the issue of minimum wage, Odia stated that “if health insurance is working and the government is paying when they are supposed to pay, the hospital will be able to settle these bills.”
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 A Nigerian legal practitioner, Stella has urged women to desist from nagging their husbands. According to her, it is the easiest way to make a man cheat. She advised women to give their husbands peace at home, while urging men not to give women reasons to nag. “NAGGING a MAN is the EASIEST WAY to MAKE him CHÊÃT. YOU can COMPLAIN of an ACT or OMISSION you DON'T LIKE to your HUSBAND as a WIFE. Please REMEMBER NOT to NAG HIM out of the HOUSE. In other words, GIVE your HUSBAND PEACE at HOME. To our dear HUSBANDS, DON'T GIVE us the REASON to NAG also. There is NOTHING as SWEET as a PEACEFUL HOME,” she wrote on Saturday.
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 Kamala Harris’ Niece Shares Smiling Photo Of VP At Home After She Lost Election. The niece of Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris has shared a heartwarming photo of the vice president after she was defeated by Donald Trump in the US presidential election. The new photographs, shared by Meena Harris on Saturday, Nov. 9, show Harris sitting cross-legged on the ground playing Connect 4 with her two great-nieces while enjoying a glass of white wine. “Back to where it all began only a few months ago. My eternal gratitude to everyone who showed up. We love her so much,” Meena Harris wrote. The 60-year-old presidential candidate can be seen wearing a sweatshirt from her alma mater Howard University while playing the old-school game with her niece’s two daughters. Meena, 40, who is a Stanford and Harvard-educated lawyer, a children’s book author, and a media executive, has consistently used her platform to promote her aunt — especially after she became the Democratic nominee for president. Democrats in the comment section expressed their love and support for the VP. 
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 In 2024, Nigeria’s music scene is buzzing with energy, and record labels are playing a huge role in shaping its future. From rising stars to big names, these labels are leading the way in Afrobeats and more. In this article, we take a look at the five best and most trending music record labels in Nigeria this year.
Dapper Music
Dapper Music has rapidly become one of the most influential names in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, thanks to the visionary leadership of Damilola Akinwunmi. Since its inception in 2018, the label has quickly ascended to the top tier of the Nigerian music scene, revolutionizing the way music is created, distributed, and promoted.  What began as a music distribution and label service company has since grown into a fully integrated entertainment giant, encompassing several key branches: Dapper Digital (distribution), Dapper Music and Entertainment (artist management), Dapper Films (film production), Dapper Live (events and concerts), and S94 Publishing (music publishing). Together, these divisions form a powerhouse that is shaping the future of Nigerian entertainment, with a strong focus on the global growth of the Afrobeats genre. The label is home to a new generation of stars who are pushing the boundaries of Afrobeats and beyond. These include: ● Seyi Vibez ● Balloranking ● Shallipopi ● BhadBoi OML ● Bhary Jay ● Reeha ● T.I Blaze ● Dibs ● Pabrymo ● Tega Boi ● ZerryDL These artists are already making waves, not only in Nigeria but across Africa and the world. Their music is shaping the future of Nigerian entertainment, with each one bringing their own unique flavor to the Afrobeats genre and some are advancing by featuring in major Nollywood movies alongside top Nollywood stars. Dapper Music’s primary mission is to elevate Afrobeats to the global stage, and it has been doing so with incredible success. Through its digital arm, Dvpper Digital, the label has distributed over 2,000 songs, helping artists secure millions of streams worldwide. Dapper Music’s artists have seen exceptional success on major streaming platforms, with notable milestones including 5 albums surpassing 100 million streams on Audiomack and a combined total of over 1 billion streams on the platform. Seyi Vibez, in particular, has seen his projects, like Billion Dollar Baby and Thy Kingdom Come, top the Apple Music Top 100 charts in Nigeria. Similarly, Shallipopi’s Planet Pluto EP reached #1 on Audiomack’s Top 100 chart, solidifying his place as one of Nigeria’s most promising stars. YBNL NationYBNL Nation, founded by Nigerian superstar Olamide in 2012, has become a key player in shaping the sound of contemporary Nigerian music. From its beginnings, YBNL has grown into one of the most influential independent record labels in the country, consistently launching the careers of some of Nigeria’s biggest stars.  In 2020, Billboard Magazine recognized YBNL as one of the “Gatekeepers of the Nigerian Music Industry”, further solidifying its influence on both the local and international music scenes. Current YBNL ArtistsYBNL Nation is currently signed two of Nigeria's most exciting and successful artist, this includes Fireboy DML and Asake. Fireboy is one of the label’s biggest stars, Fireboy DML who has garnered international aclaim with his fusion of Afrobeat, soul, and pop music. His albums, including Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps and Apollo, have earned him numerous accolades and millions of streams worldwide. Asake is known for his unique blend of Afrobeats, Fuji, and street-pop, Asake has become a household name with chart-topping hits like Fuji vibes and Sungba. His debut album Mr. Money with the Vibe and subsequent projects have cemented him as one of the brightest stars in Nigerian music. YBNL has been the launchpad for several now-famous artists who have shaped the Nigerian music landscape. and the former YBNL stars include Lil Kesh, Adekunle Gold, Viktoh, Chinko Ekun, and Lyta, among others. Many of these former artists have gone on to achieve major success in their own right, proving Olamide's keen eye for talent and his ability to craft stars. Behind the scenes, YBNL has a team of talented producers who have crafted some of the biggest hits in Nigerian music. Key producers associated with YBNL include Pheelz, Young John, Magicsticks, Mike Dean, P.Priime, Sak Pase, Sarz and B-Banks, whose work has helped define the unique sound of the label. Chocolate City MusicChocolate City Music is one of Nigeria’s most iconic and influential record labels, founded in 2005 by lawyer Audu Maikori, alongside Paul Okeugo and Yahaya Maikori. Recognized as a leading player in the African music industry, Chocolate City has firmly established itself as a powerhouse in the urban music scene. The label is a subsidiary of Chocolate City Group, a multi-faceted media and entertainment company that has expanded its reach to include everything from music production to artist management.  Artists at Chocolate CityOver the years, Chocolate City has been home to a diverse range of talented artists, spanning genres such as Afropop, hip-hop, and alternative R&B. The current roster includes some of the most exciting names in Nigerian music: ● Femi Kuti: The legendary Afrobeat musician, known for his powerful activism and musical prowess, is one of the high-profile artists signed to Chocolate City. ● Blaqbonez: A prominent figure in Nigerian hip-hop, Blaqbonez has gained a reputation for his witty lyricism and genre-blending sound. ● Young Jonn: A talented producer and artist, Young Jonn has been known for his unique fusion of Afropop, making waves both as a solo act and producer. ● Candy Bleakz: A rising star in Nigerian rap and street music, Candy Bleakz is recognized for her bold lyrics and distinctive sound. ● Tar1Q, Noon Dave, and Major AJ round out the label's emerging talents, further solidifying Chocolate City's commitment to nurturing new voices. The label has also been the launchpad for several Nigerian music icons, including: ● M.I Abaga: One of the most successful rappers in Nigeria, known for his influence in shaping modern Nigerian hip-hop. ● Ice Prince: A multiple award-winning rapper who made history with his hit Oleku and has continued to be a dominant force in Nigerian music. ● Ckay: With his viral hit "Love Nwantiti," Ckay became a global sensation, achieving international success. ● Brymo, Dice Ailes, Victoria Kimani, Jesse Jagz, Pryse, Koker, and Ruby Gyang have all contributed to the label’s rich legacy of diverse talent. Chocolate City’s GlobalChocolate City has not only made waves within Nigeria but has also formed strategic partnerships with international organizations, expanding its global footprint. The label has worked with entities such as the British Council and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to promote and celebrate Nigerian creativity on the global stage. In 2019, Chocolate City made a major move by partnering with Warner Music Group (WMG). This collaboration allows Chocolate City’s artists to benefit from WMG’s extensive distribution network and artist services through its independent label services division, ADA. This partnership further solidifies Chocolate City’s place in the international music ecosystem, providing artists with the resources to reach global audiences. DMW (Davido Music Worldwide)Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), founded by Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido in 2016, is one of the most influential record labels in Africa. Known for its roster of talented artists and its dynamic approach to the music industry, DMW has consistently been at the forefront of Afrobeats and urban music, both in Nigeria and beyond.  DMW’s Current ArtistsDMW is home to some of Nigeria's biggest and most exciting music talents. The label’s current roster includes: ● Davido: As the founder and primary artist of the label, Davido is a global Afrobeats icon. With multiple hit songs and international collaborations, he has elevated DMW to a household name across the world and recently released Awuke aongside YG Marley. ● Morravey: A promising new talent, Morravey joined DMW in 2023 and has already made her mark with a growing fan base. ● Logos Olori: Another fresh addition to the label in 2023, Logos Olori brings a unique style to DMW’s diverse roster. ● Yonda: Known for his distinctive sound and catchy tunes, Yonda has been with DMW since 2017 and continues to be a mainstay of the label’s success. ● Peruzzi: A highly respected artist and songwriter, Peruzzi has become a major force in Afropop, with several hit singles and collaborations under his belt. ● Idowest: A talented street-hop artist, Idowest has made a name for himself with his energetic style and solid hits. ● DJ Ecool: As Davido’s official DJ, DJ Ecool is also an artist under the label, contributing to DMW’s sound with his DJ sets and music. ● Danagog and B-Red: These artists bring a blend of Afrobeat and hip-hop influences to the label, adding to the diverse musical range of DMW. DMW was founded by Davido after he left HKN Music, a label he had co-founded with his cousin B-Red. Following the departure, Davido set out to create his own label with a focus on Afrobeats and urban music. Over the years, DMW has grown into a major player in the Nigerian music scene and promoting businesses and products including clothing products and skin care products.
Notable Former Acts and Producers
DMW has been home to several successful artists, some of whom have since moved on to pursue their own independent paths. These include: ● Mayorkun: One of DMW’s most successful artists, Mayorkun helped put the label on the map with hits like Mama and Che Che. He officially left the label in 2021 to pursue a solo career. ● Lil Frosh: After being signed in 2019, Lil Frosh was let go from the label in 2020 following allegations of domestic violence. His departure marked a significant moment in the label’s history. ● Dremo, Ichaba, Lola Rae, and Liya are also notable names who were once part of the DMW family, with each having left the label for various reasons over the years. In addition to its roster of artists, DMW is home to some of the best producers in the Nigerian music industry. Fresh VDM and Speroach Beatz are two of the label’s key producers, known for their ability to craft chart-topping beats that have shaped the sound of Afrobeats. Other producers like Napji, Blaisebeatz and Magicboi have also contributed to the label's success. Spaceship RecordsSpaceship Records, also known as Spaceship Entertainment or simply Spaceship, is a Nigerian-based record label founded by global Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy. Spaceship Records was initially launched on February 18, 2015, by Burna Boy following his departure from Aristokrat Records. The label was created as a platform for Burna Boy to have greater control over his music and career, marking the beginning of a new era for one of the genre's most prominent artists. In 2020, the label rebranded to Spaceship Records under the umbrella of Spaceship Collective, a larger entity that Burna Boy also holds a controlling share in. In its early years, the label was home to Burna Boy, who quickly established himself as one of the leading figures in the global Afrobeats movement. The success of Burna Boy’s music, including his hit albums and chart-topping singles, played a key role in putting Spaceship on the map.  Spaceship Artists and CollaborationsSpaceship Records is home to a select group of talented artists, many of whom are known for their unique sound and contribution to the growth of Afrobeats: ● Burna Boy: As the founder and main artist, Burna Boy has made a significant impact not only in Nigeria but globally. His fusion of Afrobeat, dancehall, reggae, and pop influences has earned him numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award. ● Nissi: Nissi, Burna Boy's sister, is another prominent artist signed to Spaceship. Known for her eclectic sound and powerful vocals, she is carving out a unique niche in the music industry, blending Afrobeats with pop and electronic influences. ● LeriQ: An accomplished producer and instrumental in shaping the sound of Afrobeats, LeriQ is a key producer at Spaceship Records. Known for his work with Burna Boy and other artists, LeriQ's production style has earned him a reputation as one of the top producers in the Nigerian music scene. ● Telz: A talented music producer and instrumentalist, Telz is also part of the Spaceship team, contributing to the distinctive sound of the label. He has worked on several tracks that showcase his versatile production skills. Buju’s Departure One of the most notable events in Spaceship Records' history was the signing and eventual departure of Buju (now known as BNXN). Buju joined the label in 2020, and during his time with Spaceship, he released notable tracks like the remix of Lenu alongside Burna Boy. However, after his one-year deal with the label expired in April 2021, Buju left to pursue a solo career. Despite his short stay at the label, his time with Spaceship helped him gain significant exposure and establish himself as a rising star in the Nigerian music industry. TORI
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