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Celebrating 10 years of Olamide & Phyno '2 Kings' [Afrobeats Throwback]

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Monday, 5 May 2025, 5:43 am

On April 1, 2025, Olamide and Phyno cemented their era-defining friendship with the joint album ‘2 Kings,’ which celebrates their status as hip hop royalties flying the flags of the Nigerian East and West coasts.

On this week’s Afrobeats Throwback, we revisit the landmark album.

The album inspired by years of brotherhood and dominance showcased the chemistry and talent of both stars who combined hard-hitting hip-hop cuts with the Afropop-infused records that propelled them to superstardom.

Through hard hitting hip hop cuts, Olamide and Phyno displayed their rap credential by emphasing that indigenous rappers can flow just as good as the English-speaking rappers favoured by purists.

The opening track ‘Cypher’ had both stars taking turns thumping their chests as they announced the takeover of two Kings who have combined resources to wage war, dominate, and conquer.

Their synergy shines on the boom pap baseline of ‘Koba Koba’ where Olamide’s vocal manipulation and delivery mirrors that of American hip hop artist Lil Wayne.

The two Kings pray for divine guidance while restating their supremacy and ambition on production that reflects the American hip hop scene of that era.

‘Nobody’s Fault’ was more of a Kanye West-type production as Olamide and Phyno celebrate their success and dominance while telling off detractors, purists, and their peers with the swaggering confidence of rappers who have listeners eating from their palms.

Predictably, ‘Ladi,’ the biggest hit from the album, is an Afropop-infused record whose vulgarity leaves little to the imaginable.

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The drums, perfectly placed shakers, catchy flows, and a chorus from the red-hot Lil Kesh combined to deliver a smash hit.

The album’s second hit ‘Confam ni’ comes courtesy of a collaboration with Wizkid, which showcases Olamide and Phyno‘s status as superstars operating at a level where they can call on their pop counterparts.

The 2 Kings showed their range through an exploration of the Galala/Konto sound on ‘Une’ where Phyno showcases the range that puts him in a class of his own.

They switch to Reggae on ‘Real Nigga’ where they hold up their street credibility as men of means who know how to give ladies a good time.

‘2 Kings’ documents Olamide and Phyno’s status as superstars, elevating the commerciality of Nigerian hip hop.

The album also brought together talented producers Pheelz and Young Jonn from Olamide’s YBNL and Major Bankz, who’s the man behind some of Phyno’s biggest hits.

Olamide’s signee Lil Kesh flaunts his hitmaking credentials ‘Ladi’ while the delectably talented singer Stormrex showcased her captivating fusion of Igbo music and Afropop on ‘Carry Me Go’.

READ ALSO: Top 10 Phyno & Olamide Collaborations of All Time

Ultimately, ‘2 Kings,’ is more than a declaration of status and dominance. For Olamide and Phyno, it’s for the kids in the inner cities to whom little is given.

Their success is for them to believe that even ghetto kids can someday become kings.

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'Free my guy' – Davido demands release of VeryDarkMan

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8 hours ago

May 4, 2025

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Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has taken to social media to call for the release of online activist Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan.

The activist’s arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday had caused an uproar on the Nigerian online space, with mixed reactions from netizens.

With the EFCC still largely silent on the details of the arrest, Davido has intervened, calling for the activist’s release.

In a post on X, Davido hailed VeryDarkMan’s positive impact on the lives of common Nigerians despite the hostilities he’s been facing from authorities.

ALSO READ: I no send anybody papa – VeryDarkMan reacts to arrest warrant against him

The ‘Unavailable’ singer pointed out the outpouring of support the activist has received since his arrest, saying the trend is encouraging him to do more for the masses.

He wrote, “Outside all the noise it’s good to see that the good one does actually impacts lives and Pple actually appreciate! The support I’m seeing for VDM everywhere is encouraging.. makes one want to do more for the masses ❤️ FREE MY GUY”

Like Davido, Nigerian singer and saxophonist Seun Kuti had earlier commented on VeryDarkMan’s arrest, hinting that the activist’s current predicament may be linked to his criticism of the Nigerian church.

Seun asserted that his position originates from a conversation with the TikToker’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.

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He wrote, “VDM’s lawyer is my lawyer, and we’re currently entangled in a case with GTB and other banks.There’s no bank in Nigeria that’s a good bank.”

Furthermore, Seun Kuti explained that VeryDarkMan is being persecuted by the Christian body in Nigeria because of his criticism of them.

ALSO READ: Social media activist, VeryDarkMa,n arrested by police in Abuja bank

He said, “As Federal government is running our country, all these big pastors dey run Nigeria. The people of God are the ones fighting VDM for speaking the truth.”

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Why I became toxic at age 6 – Ruger

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11 hours ago

May 4, 2025

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Nigerian singer, Michael Adebayo Olayinka, popularly known as Ruger, has admitted that he became toxic when he was only 6 years old.

According to the ‘Asiwaju’ singer, who spoke during a recent interview on the Bro Bants podcast, his first heartbreak experience during his childhood started his toxicity.

Recounting his heartbreak experience, the 25-year-old singer said he had developed feelings for an older woman who, in return, playfully referred to him as her ‘boyfriend’, leading him to believe they were in a relationship.

However, he was left “heartbroken” when he saw the aunt sleeping with another man through her window.

ALSO READ: ‘BlownBoy Ru’: Ruger can do it all, but he needs to do it well [Album review]

He admitted that the experience left him crying, traumatised and singer Styl-Plus’ early 2000s smash hit, ‘Imagine That’.

“The last time that I experienced heartbreak, I was very, very young. There was this aunty that I liked, she used to call me ‘my boyfriend.’ So, I assumed that she was my woman. I was just 6 years old,” he said.

“I got heartbroken because one day, I saw some guy smashing her through her window. The guy was t*****g her up. I cried. I was traumatised. I started singing ‘Imagine That’ by Styl-Plus. That was what started my toxicity. That experience broke my heart.”

Recall that earlier in the year, Ruger announced his plan to get married before the year 2025 runs out.

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In February, he took to Snapchat to express how the recent surge in weddings in the country had made him rethink his “playboy” lifestyle.

He wrote, “Everybody is just getting married. Got me questioning myself— how long will I continue this playboy shiii? I am settling down this year, period. I’ll soon be 30, tf.”

ALSO READ: They couldn’t push me further – Ruger shares why he left Jonzing World

In 2024, Ruger revealed his interest in dating DJ Cuppy, the daughter of Nigerian businessman Femi Otedola.

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How I was almost fooled by man looking to use me to contact my dad – DJ Cuppy

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14 hours ago

May 4, 2025

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Nigerian disc jockey Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has recounted a personal experience that made her realise that some people don’t offer free help.

The celebrity disc jockey, the daughter of Nigerian billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, took to her X page to narrate how she learned the lesson the hard way.

She recounted how a few years back, she thought she had found a helper who offered her help and supported her, only to find out later that the person was faking his love and support for her just to get in touch with her billionaire father.

Cuppy explained that after a while of knowing the person, he later made it clear to her that he expected something in return, such as an investment or an introduction to her dad.

ALSO READ: DJ Cuppy claps back at internet trolls calling her ‘old’

She admitted that the way things turned out made her feel stupid because she did not see it earlier, and therefore learned the hard way.

Cuppy wrote, “I learnt the hard way that there’s no such thing as a FREE lunch.

“A few years ago, I really thought someone was being kind. They showed up for me, offered help, and made me feel supported. I thought it came from a good place… But later, they made it clear they expected something in return, an investment or, hilariously, an introduction to my dad.

“I felt so stupīd for not seeing it earlier.

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“Learn from me… Not everything that looks like support comes from a good place!”

ALSO READ: ‘Jesus really disrupted my DJ career plans’ — DJ Cuppy reflects on her faith journey

Cuppy has always been open about her personal life. Recently, she admitted that she didn’t fully realize how privileged she was to never have to worry about anything while growing up.

Saying she now sees things differently, she expressed gratitude to God for her luxury lifestyle.