Entertainment
Davido recalls how Don Jazzy & D'banj inspired him to make music

Davido recalls how Don – Davido recalls how Don…
Davido recalls how Don – Davido explains how Don…
Davido explains how Don Jazzy and D’banj inspired him.
In a recent interview on Streetz Studio with Et Cali, Davido shares that the artists who influenced him to pursue a career in music are Nigerian icons Don Jazzy and D’banj.
According to Davido, as a 14 year old growing up in Atlanta Georgia, he picked up Don Jazzy and D’banj from the airport while playing host to the Nigerian stars. He narrated how he took them around and watch them spend over 20,000 USD in the club.
This superstar lifestyle showed him the possibility of becoming a music star someday and this led Davido make the bold move of dropping out of school and travelling back home to Lagos.
In a previous interview Davido shared that his first insight into a Nigerian superstar with a global appeal was D’banj.
D’banj is one of Africa’s most famous entertainers whose music popularized Afrobeats and contributed to the international appeal of Nigerian music. His hit single ‘Oliver Twist’ is one of Nigeria’s first break singles internationally and it’s described as an inspiration by Davido.
Davido’s dedication to his craft has paid up massively with a career that has spanned over a decade during which time, he has become one of Africa’s biggest musical acts.
The four time Grammy nominee is gearing up to close 2024 on a strong note with an upcoming release featuring Odumodublvck and Chike ahead of his next album schduled for 2025.

Don’t miss out on any real-time information. Join our WhatsApp group to stay updated.
You can watch Davido full interview below.
Turo247News is on WhatsApp!
CLICK HERE TO JOINShare News with us via Email: turo247newz.com@gmail.com
Join Our Social Media Channels- WhatsApp: Turo247 News Room
- Facebook: Turo247newz
- Twitter: @turo247newz
- Instagram: @turo247newz
- Tiktok: Turo247newz
Entertainment
Skales says Burna Boy is nobody's mate, ask trolls to stop the disrespect

Afrobeats star Skales doesn’t want to be associated with any form of disrespect targeted at Grammy winner Burna Boy.
He made this very clear in a post on his X account where he appreciated Burna Boy for still performing their collaboration ‘Temper’ remix and demanded that trolls should stop harassing him over his decision to perform the record.
“Pls and pls put some respect on burnas name … Burna is not anybody’s mate including me … I’ve been seeing some b.s fly around that is made up .. Burna never said that … leave that man alone .. much respect to Odg,” Skales posted on April 30, 2025, on X.
Skales’ post comes after Burna Boy’s recent headliner performance at the Jazz Fest in New Orleans, where he performed his verse on ‘Temper’ remix.
The rendition resulted in some criticism from some people who accused the Grammy winner of choosing to perform the song because of Skales’ commercial resurgence.
While Skales’ hit single ‘Shake Body’ is currently enjoying a viral TikTok moment, Burna Boy has always incorporated ‘Temper’ remix into his performances, which makes the criticism quite off.
Burna Boy performing Skales' "Temper" featuring him at the Jazz Fest in New Orleans 🔥pic.twitter.com/5Ye6w45SOr
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) April 28, 2025
2025 has been an eventful year for both artists, who are enjoying commercial success. 10 years after the release of his hit single ‘Shake Body,’ the song has taken on a new lease of life after it went viral on TikTok, thanks in no small part to Barcelona FC star Yamine Yamal, who made viral clips dancing to the song.
Burna Boy has also been on the road, where he has been making African history after selling out England’s biggest indoor Arena and the 80,000 capacity Stade De France stadium in Paris.

Don’t miss out on any real-time information. Join our WhatsApp group to stay updated.
Turo247News is on WhatsApp!
CLICK HERE TO JOINShare News with us via Email: turo247newz.com@gmail.com
Join Our Social Media Channels- WhatsApp: Turo247 News Room
- Facebook: Turo247newz
- Twitter: @turo247newz
- Instagram: @turo247newz
- Tiktok: Turo247newz
Entertainment
Dr. Okoye of Eminent Music calls Nasboi's Headies outing a rewarding moment

The success of any label requires a committed team led by a visionary executive who understands the challenges of navigating an ever-evolving musical landscape.
One label that deserves to be celebrated for the impressive success it has recorded in a short time since its launch is Eminent Music, ably led by the astute executive and entrepreneur Dr Wisdom Okoye.
The label is the force behind fast-rising Afrobeats star Nasboi, who recently reached an impressive career milestone after being nominated for the coveted Headies Next Rated prize.
At the award, which was held on April 27, 2025, Nasboi also joined a collection of superstars who performed at the event. It was indeed a beautiful moment for the label who have managed to achieve success in an area where many have struggled.
While addressing the press on the red carpet of the17th Headies, Dr Okoye described Nasboi’s nomination as a moment of pride and a recognition of the hardwor, creativity, and courage the label has shown since its lauch in 2023.
He also shared this on his social media page, where he praised Nasboi as a versatile and unique artist.
“What a journey it’s been. Just over two years in the music business, and today, we are both proud and grateful to be recognized by @the_headies with a nomination for our artist @iamnasboi in the Next Rated category.
On Sunday night, the @etsrlmusic team had the honor of attending The Headies — not just as guests, but as contributors to the evolving craft and culture of Afrobeat.
This nomination is more than an accolade. It’s a testament to our innovative and forward-thinking approach as a brand — and most importantly, to the hard work, bold creativity, and undeniable talent of an artist as versatile and unique as NasBoi.”

Don’t miss out on any real-time information. Join our WhatsApp group to stay updated.
In just two years since its launch, Eminent Music has successfully delivered one of the fastest rising Nigerian talents, whose success is a testament to the courage of Dr. Okoye and his team, who dared to dream where many have failed.
“We saw the vision early. We believed. We invested. And now we celebrate this moment as proof that foresight, belief, and dedication truly pay off,” Dr. Wisdom Okoye said on Eminent Music’s journey to success.
In a music industry whose mainstream pop music has seen several successful figures who made a name for themselves in one area of showbiz but struggled to replicate the success in their music career, Nasboi’s success defied the norm.
In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, Dr. Okoye shared that it was his strong belief in Nasboi’s talent and creativity, coupled with his appetite for challenging projects, that motivated him to embark on this journey that is turning out to be a rewarding one.
A vital ingredient in their success is the label’s appreciation of Nasboi’s status as a prominent content creator, thus ensuring a strategic balance that delivered captivating music that retained his originality.
With Nasboi’s display of hunger and talent, Eminent Music matched his ambition and vision by providing an enabling environment where his creativity thrived.
The label played its part in positioning him as a respectable musician while also ensuring that his music did the talking.
The result is the successful viral hit singles ‘Umbrella’ and ‘Small Money’, which showcased Nasboi’s versatility and his intention to carve a niche for himself.
Under Eminent Music, he released his successful debut project ‘INIT’ in 2024.
Turo247News is on WhatsApp!
CLICK HERE TO JOINShare News with us via Email: turo247newz.com@gmail.com
Join Our Social Media Channels- WhatsApp: Turo247 News Room
- Facebook: Turo247newz
- Twitter: @turo247newz
- Instagram: @turo247newz
- Tiktok: Turo247newz
Entertainment
Davido speaks on how his absence shuts down the music industry

In a recent interview on The Ebro Show on Apple Music, Davido shared how his absence affected the music industry.
Speaking on the hiatus that follows the huge personal loss he suffered in 2022, Davido told Ebro that when he was not active, the industry shut down.
“I was seeing tweets like ‘Damn, it’s so quiet out here. David, please come back. Even people who didn’t like me were like ‘please come back, we need to diss you’,” Davido shared.
Davido’s hiatus that preceded the release of his record-breaking album ‘Timeless’ was a trying time for the musician.
Fans expressed their love for the award-winning megastar through social media support and a heartwarming concert.
Davido’s second public appearance following his hiatus was his historic performance at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
He would follow this up with the release of his Grammy-nominated album ‘Timeless’, which had the hit singles ‘Unavailable’ and ‘Feel’.
Davido’s interview on The Ebro Show is part of the press tour that followed the release of his fifth album ‘5ive’
The album, released on April 18, 2025, packs 17 tracks with guest appearances from notable global stars including Victoria Monet, Shenseea, Dadju, and Tay C.

Don’t miss out on any real-time information. Join our WhatsApp group to stay updated.
He recently became the first artist to earn NO. 1 singles in six consecutive years on the TurnTable Top 100 after his hit single ‘With You’ featuring Omah Lay debuted at the summit of the chart.
Following the release of his new album, the 5-time Grammy nominee is set to embark on the ‘5 Alive’ tour.
The multi-award-winning star announced 13 dates, including the 60,000 capacity Tottenham Hotspur stadium in the United Kingdom, which he will be headlining in the landmark concert alongside American hip hop icon 50 Cent and multi-Grammy-winning singer Mary J Blige.
You can watch Davido’s full interview on The Ebro Show below.
Turo247News is on WhatsApp!
CLICK HERE TO JOINShare News with us via Email: turo247newz.com@gmail.com
Join Our Social Media Channels- WhatsApp: Turo247 News Room
- Facebook: Turo247newz
- Twitter: @turo247newz
- Instagram: @turo247newz
- Tiktok: Turo247newz
- News5 months ago
PH refinery yet to commence bulk sales – NNPCL debunks petrol price reduction
- turo247xpress logistics5 months ago
The Importance of Express Delivery Services for Businesses
- turo247xpress logistics5 months ago
Affordable Courier Services Near Me: Quick, Reliable & Budget-Friendly Deliveries
- turo247xpress logistics5 months ago
Same Day Delivery Services in Lagos: Fast, Reliable Shipping with Turo247xpress Logistics
- turo247xpress logistics5 months ago
Need Urgent Delivery in Lagos? Turo247xpress Logistics Has You Covered!
- Politics5 months ago
Rivers APC Leadership: Okocha Appointed as Substantive Chairman
- Movies5 months ago
“Mz Vick Reveals Why ‘A Ghetto Love Story’ Was Created: Affordability Key to Its Production”
- Lifestyle5 months ago
How to Keep Your Home Dust-Free During Harmattan