In the dynamic world of Nigerian music, Omah Lay has carved a niche for himself with his unique sound and compelling lyrics. As of 2024, his estimated net worth stands at a staggering $1.2 million, according to Glusea.com. Let’s delve into the journey that has led the young artist to such financial success.
BERLIN, GERMANY – APRIL 12: Nigerian singer Omah Lay performs live on stage during a concert at the Huxleys on April 12, 2023 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Frank Hoensch/Redferns)
Born Stanley Omah Didia on May 19, 1997, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Omah Lay exhibited a passion for music from a young age. Raised in a musical household, he was exposed to various genres, which influenced his eclectic style. Despite facing initial skepticism from his family regarding a career in music, Omah Lay persevered, honing his craft and mastering his distinct sound.
Breakout Moment: Rise To Prominence
Omah Lay’s breakthrough came in 2020 with the release of his debut EP, Get Layd. The project garnered widespread acclaim, showcasing the “Woman” singer’s versatility as an artist and cementing his status as one of Nigeria’s rising stars. Moreover, tracks like “Bad Influence” and “You” quickly gained traction, earning millions of streams across various platforms and propelling Omah Lay into the spotlight.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA – APRIL 07: Omah Lay talks with courtside announcer Amberley Lobo during the round 19 NBL match between the Perth Wildcats and New Zealand Breakers at RAC Arena on April 07, 2022, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)
Following the success of his debut EP, Omah Lay continued to make waves in the music industry. His sophomore EP, What Have We Done, released in 2020, further solidified his position as a force to be reckoned with. The project featured hit singles such as “Godly” and “My Bebe,” which further endeared him to fans worldwide. As a result, he’s also gained global fame through collaborations alongside renowned pop stars like Justin Bieber. Additionally, Omah Lay’s captivating live performances have earned him accolades and nominations, including the coveted Next Rated award at The Headies, Nigeria’s most prestigious music awards ceremony.
Beyond his music career, Omah Lay has ventured into various entrepreneurial endeavors, contributing to his growing net worth. From lucrative endorsement deals to strategic partnerships with brands, he has capitalized on his rising popularity to expand his financial portfolio. Moreover, Omah Lay’s savvy investments in real estate and other ventures have further boosted his wealth, ensuring long-term financial security.
As Omah Lay’s star continues to ascend, his net worth serves as a testament to his hard work, talent, and business acumen. From humble beginnings in Port Harcourt to becoming a household name in the Nigerian music scene, he has defied the odds and emerged as a success story for aspiring artists everywhere. With a promising future ahead, things look bright for Omah Lay and his net worth.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Omah Lay’s net worth in 2024 reflects not only his musical prowess but also his ability to leverage his fame for financial gain. Through dedication, perseverance, and a keen eye for opportunity, he has established himself as a formidable force in the entertainment industry, with his financial worth serving as a testament to his enduring impact.
Meek Mill recently took to X, formerly Twitter, to ask a question about his African fanbase. “Do a lot of people play my music in South Africa I remember having on big show their few years back … how do yall listen to our music in South Africa???? On what platform or in Nigeria?” the Philly rapper mused. Meek has performed several times in Africa, as he alluded to in his tweet.
Of course, he was quickly mocked for what many saw as an ignorant tweet. It might be that people misinterpreted the tweet as Meek being unaware that African is more developing than it is often depicted as. “Remember. Celebrities are dumb, just like you,” one person commented. According to available data, Spotify is the most popular streaming platform in South Africa. Meanwhile, the African-centric platform Boomplay is the most popular platform in Nigeria.
Meek Mill’s “Cougar Fantasy” Takes Over Social Media
Do a lot of people play my music in South Africa I remember having on big show their few years back … how do yall listen to our music in South Africa???? On what platform or in Nigeria?
However, this is not the first time that Meek has gone viral. In November 2023, Meek told social media about one of his deepest fantasies. “I want an older rich freaky bad cougar…it’s my fantasy,” the 36-year-old rapper wrote. While X users were initially stunned, they quickly rallied to turn the post into one of the weekend’s biggest talking points. Several people took it as an opportunity to shoot their shot. “I’m 58 [heart eyes emoji],” one user replied.
However, the majority of replies fell into two distinct categories. First, there were people clowning on Meek for his horny posting. “Meek back in his insane tweeting bag,” one account wrote. Furthermore, many people replied with various highlighting their discomfort at the post. The second set of replies, other than people simply agreeing with Meek, were those making suggestions of “cougars” that Meek could pursue. Oprah, Kris Jenner, and even Hilary Clinton could all be found as recommendations for the rapper in the replies.
It didn’t take long for the allure of Lagos to work its magic on Roddy Ricch. The rapper is in Nigeria’s biggest city for a music festival taking place this weekend. He’s one of the headline performers at FlyTime Fest which got underway yesterday and spans the entire weekend. Roddy is set to perform alongside other headliners like Lil Durk, Davido, and Asake. But while he’s in Nigeria he took the opportunity to check out Lagos and made a tweet expressing his love for the city.
“I might buy a house in Lagos. it’s unconditional love,” he said in a tweet shortly after arriving in the city. That post followed a viral video of Roddy looking stunned as he arrived in the city. It seems the feeling stuck with him throughout much of his first day as he’s thinking about a residence in the city. After posting the tweet he hit the stage last night leading up to Lil Durk’s headlining set at the major festival. Check out his original tweet and some of the various fan reactions and jokes in response to it below.
Earlier this year Roddy Ricch celebrated his 25th birthday in style. He threw a yachty party alongside various contemporaries like YG, Southside, and Mustard. He took to social media to share some of his goals for the next year alongside a video of the party. Unfortunately, fans spent a lot more time picking apart the various outfits attendees were sporting rather than wishing Roddy a happy birthday.
Roddy has also had a difficult time previewing new music this year. Earlier this year viewers abandoned an Instagram Live he was hosting when he tried to play new music that they weren’t vibing with. Fans reacted similarly a few months later when he shared a snippet online. Their response actually resulted in Roddy picking a fight with a fan and the pair going back and forth over criticism of his music. What do you think of Roddy Ricch falling in love with Lagos so quickly after arriving? Let us know in the comments below.
Afrobeats has dominated the globe and it’s only getting bigger, thanks to artists like Nonso Amadi. The Nigerian-born artist first emerged in 2016 with the success of his single, “Tonight.” It was a record that blew up by chance but his subsequent releases proved Nonso Amadi had staying power. However, maintaining that sort of success independently can be taxing. For Nonso Amadi, it led to a three-year hiatus that came to an end in 2022 as he began to roll out the campaign for his debut album When It Blooms.
His latest album, which boasts the Majid Jordan-assisted “Different,” is a full portrayal of Nonso Amadi, shedding insight into his upbringing, aspirations, and influences. He cites Bob Marley, Fela Kuti, and Bob Marley as inspiration to use his platform to speak out. It’s important, especially when he sees the struggles that many face across the globe, including in Nigeria. Beyond crafting hit records, he strived to create a complete body of work that tells his story.
“As a young Nigerian, I’ve experienced how tough it could be, you know?” Nonso Amadi told HotNewHipHop, citing different political and social struggles that young Nigerians face daily. “So I just thought, like, it’d be right to highlight some things on this album, just to make it completely holistic, because I wanted to speak about my story, my experience, and that is a part of my story and is a part of every a lot of young Nigerians stories as well.”
These experiences undoubtedly shaped how When It Blooms turned out. This Friday, November 3rd, he’ll be bringing his latest album to Toronto for his first headlining show at El Mocombo. We recently caught up with Nonso Amadi in October ahead of his performance in Montreal on Adekunle Gold’s Tequila Ever After tour. Amadi dishes on the making of When It Blooms, tour life, and the future of Afrobeats.
It’s been a big year for you. You dropped the album and now, you’re back on the road. I know you took a bit of a hiatus. I assume this is one of the first times you’re performing again. How’s that been?
Nonso Amadi: Well, it’s been good. So far, we’ve done like four or five cities but it’s been really good. Like, just seeing people come out for Adekunle Gold. I’m also like, using this as an opportunity to learn how touring works. It’s my first tour ever. So it’s been really, really good.
What’s the biggest takeaway from this tour so far?
So initially, I was trying to do a setlist that was more theatrical, where I had a lot of spoken word and made it more performance-based. But then I realized – I’m adjusting my set with time to make it more of like a turn-up party-type vibe. Because, with the crowd, a lot of the crowd members are just new to the music. So if it’s too slow-paced, I might lose some people. I might want to save that for the headline instead. So right now I’m just going to turn up like throughout. And like, obviously have key moments in there where I tell my story.
What’s been your favorite song to perform so far?
Wow, I think “Paper” and “Tonight.” Between those two – they’re just two different energies but whenever those songs are coming on, it’s proper lit.
Paper by Nonso Amadi via YouTube
As we discussed, you took a three-year hiatus prior to the release of When It Blooms. What was happening during that time?
Honestly, I was just burnt out. Like, I was doing a lot of heavy lifting myself, you know, mixing, producing, writing and everything was on me. So I had to like take a step back, get a proper team behind me. I obviously started working with Universal Music Canada and Def Jam during the hiatus, and that like really just gave me enough of the resources I needed to create this album. Like, it wouldn’t have been possible without the label and everyone – the management. So yeah, I had to I had to like do that to make sure I came back.
Besides having to regroup, why was it important to take a step back from the limelight?
I guess the main thing for me with the hiatus was just to focus on personal growth. Prior to making this album, most of my songs were about love, purely about love. But like with this album, because of the growth and how much I’ve learned, I was able to write songs that actually told stories. Stories about my life and what’s going on around me and stuff like that. And that’s why that was such a big deal to me because it isn’t just like a bunch of songs that I just randomly put together. It tells a story.
Having released the album in May, I was wondering how season changes impact your creative process. This album definitely felt like one for the summer, especially songs like “Cali Was The Mission” and “NASA.”
I’m less about seasons and more about moods. I was in a space where, like I said, I just wanted to express certain things. Like, California has been like a huge thing for me since I was a kid. Growing up seeing all the major acts based out there in LA. I always knew on my first album I was gonna have a song called “Cali Was The Mission” because it was the mission for me. And then like, yeah, “Ease Up” tells the story of my struggles in Nigeria, the huge struggles. That’s just how we were trying to put together to like, make sure we were being true to whatever my story was.
What was your first time in California like?
My first time in Cali, I was actually brought up by Emotional Oranges and they took real good care of me. I had tacos for the first time. You know, it was just really, really good. Yeah, I enjoyed that experience.
The album covers a lot of ground, even diving into political issues in Nigeria. Why is it important for you to use your platform to speak up?
I’m just learning that, as an artist, we have certain responsibilities to use our voice, our platform to shed light on certain key social issues. It’s an uncomfortable area for a lot of artists because some artists just want to like enjoy the music and make music they vibe with. But like, when you have a platform where there’s like thousands of people keeping paying attention to you, if you can speak about certain things, it will be helpful.
With this album, it’s the first time I’ve ever done it. I’m definitely going to try doing more of it and just learn more about how it’s done. I think the greats – Bob Marley, Fela Kuti – they were really good and not just thinking about, you know, whatever. They sang about things that matter to not just them but their country.
Nonso Amadi. Photo by TSE.
On “Lock Up,” you say, “I never see Port Harcourt for twelve years/ Based on some complications/ Pray say I go do show for New Years.” A lot of the issues out there have made international headlines but could you talk to me about taking these risks as an artist to speak out against these problems? How do you think that impacts your ability to create freely?
Oh, that’s a really tough one. Yeah, it’s like the country itself is like – Nigeria is going through a state where the young people are pushing to like be excellent in their fields but like, the government isn’t up to par with us. And that’s affected a lot of creatives in terms of having to leave the country to go get certain opportunities which is not really good. Like, even being having a Nigerian passport limits me to traveling and doing shows in certain parts of the world. So yeah, man, we can only just pray and hope for the best but also like, we have to use our platform to like speak on these issues and let people know what’s going on, you know?
I have been inspired by the artists who have done the same thing before me. The likes of Bob Marley, Fela Kuti, Burna Boy. These are artists who haven’t been scared to use their voices to highlight certain things. Myself, as a young Nigerian, I’ve experienced how tough it could be, you know? As a young Nigerian trying to just like live your daily life and have all these hustles and have all these, like things that pop out of nowhere, and make things a little bit more difficult than the average North American or you know, just to compare.
So I just thought, like, it’d be right to highlight some things on this album, just to make it completely holistic, because I wanted to speak about my story, my experience, and that is a part of my story and is a part of every a lot of young Nigerians stories as well. So I just felt it was only right to speak about that, you know?
You were born in Nigeria and moved to the UK, and then you came out to Hamilton. How would you describe the sound and wave of Afrobeats, especially in the way they’ve evolved in these three places where you’ve lived?
When I first came to Canada, I think the Toronto scene was what I was first exposed to. The Toronto African music scene. And it was still very underground, still growing, and it is still growing right now. I find that the young people out here who are making Afrobeats in Toronto have a lot of cohesiveness about them. So they work with each other, and they’re open to collaboration, and that was really nice to see.
Right now, because of how much African music has taken off, a lot of things have changed, for sure. We can see that in the shows, we had Cultureland recently. We have so many more events popping up. WizKid’s been here doing a couple of shows. I personally have a dream to take it further with my own events that I’m going to put together that highlight African music and Afrobeats artists within the city. It’s going to be a festival that I’m going to be throwing every year. But yeah, it’s been a lot of growth, man, like hard work. Just people really pushing the scene. There are a lot of key figures who have been advocating for African music being played on radio and African music being, you know, supported. And they really deserve a lot of credit for that.
Do you think there’s a difference in the sound between Nigeria vs. UK vs. Canada?
At the end of the day, I think they’re mostly very similar. So then an Afrobeats song made in the UK or made in Canada or made in – Nigeria is always going to be a sauce and is going to always have a bit more rawness to it. But they’re mostly similar, especially with the younger artists making the music.
The difference will be mostly in the production because Afrobeats in the UK, I find that the instruments they use have a “drill” type vibe to it, where it’s more hi-hats and hard knocking kicks and all that. Meanwhile, the rest of the world making Afrobeats, it’s a little bit different. I think Toronto-type Afrobeats will have a bit more like trap, darker vibe, you know? Maybe they’ll use pads instead to give it this cold feeling inspired by Drake and The Weeknd and all that. But overall, Afrobeat still sounds amazing.
Nonso Amadi. Photo by Wade Hudson. Provided by Universal Music Canada
There was a recent report that major labels are beginning to prioritize Latin and Afrobeats artists over hip-hop acts. You just discussed it but how would you describe the growth of Afrobeats in the Western world? Do you think the prioritization and general commercialization of the genre will help or hurt in the long run?
I just think that the artists need to be wise with the attention because it’s good. Generally, it’s a good thing. That’s my own feeling. Like, whoever’s jumping on Afrobeats, whoever’s trying to hop on the wave, it’s good. But for the artists and for the culture, and for Africans, we need to be really smart about how we are working with people in developing the business side of it.
I’ve always said this and I’ve been a huge advocate for this – I think we need togetherness. I think a big example will be Latin music. If you take a look at J Balvin, Bad Bunny and Rosália. They do tours together, they discuss business and ideas together. Like if anything’s happened, I’m sure they discuss like, “Oh, this is what I’ve seen. What are you seeing on your end?” You know, I think we need that type of unity in this space for us to be on the same wavelength and learn from each other’s mistakes. That will be the only way that we can like truly progress without being cheated or something wrong happening along the way.
Final question: after discussing the festival and the impact you hope to have, where do you see things going in how you impact the world?
For me personally, I’m trying to approach things from more of a charity perspective, which is a little different. But I find that’s what gives me the most sense of accomplishment and purpose in the music game. Because it is a kind of a rough game, and everyone’s just trying to hit the charts and make the most money in the streams.
Just for me, personally, I feel like if we’re able to pool our resources, and just help like people who are really in need, that really just gives me a sense of like, “Yeah, we’re doing something really beneficial to not just ourselves.” So I do want to do the annual festival. I want to make it really, really fun. Like, I want young people to come out, you know, Montreal, Toronto but the show’s going to be in Toronto. I want the whole country, Canada, to be aware of it.
This is an Afrobeats-themed event and an African event that pulls people from Africa and from within Canada to come together and perform and have a good time. But then, like, I want a date to be set aside for just like community work and charity, where we come together after the show, and we do something really cool, make some money, and then send that over to a not-for-profit. So that’s just how I am trying to do it. And I feel like that we like it’s fun. We’re having a good time but like, at the same time we’re doing we’re doing some really cool stuff that helps other people.
It’s been a very busy week for Liz Cambage. It all began with Bleacher Report releasing a very uncritical interview between Cambage and Taylor Rooks, where Cambage told her side of the story on two issues. The first was her shock exit from the LA Sparks in 2022. The second was claims that she had used racial slurs towards Nigerian players during an Olympic warm-up match. On both counts, Cambage denied any wrongdoing and painted as the victim. This was immdiately met with people calling BS. Jordin Canada, one of Cambage’s Sparks’ teammates, even told Bleacher Report to call her if they wanted the “real truth.”
Then someone leaked the video of the scrimmage in which Cambage reportedly used racial slurs. While the audio does not capture Cambage’s comments, the video does show her being punched by at least one Nigerian player. Furthermore, the video’s release was another for Cambage to make another post denying any wrongdoing as well addressing claims that she was seeking to join the Nigerian National Team ahead of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. However, there is one account that many people appear to be overlooking.
The notion that “no Nigerian players have addressed Cambage’s claims”, which has been pushed by some media outlets, is untrue. Right at the start of the debacle, Nigerian international Promise Amukamara called cap on everything that Liz Cambage said in her Bleacher Report interview. “Sorry but this is False. Lol,” the New Jersey-born Amukamara began her tweet thread. “She called us Monkeys & told us to go back to our country. Yes she said that! Literally everyone from both teams have the same story BUT her, so y’all do the math! [And] the only person has been in “cahoots” w/ was the former head coach of our National team & he’s no longer the coach, so there’s that! .”
It’s a pretty major account of Cambage’s actions, especially when it comes to her claims of attempting to join the Nigerian National Team for the 2024 Olympics. The coach in question is Otis Hughley Jr., who left the Nigerian National Team in 2022 to take over the men’s basketball team at Alabama A&M. As mentioned by Amukamara, who went 30/7/8 over Nigeria’s three Olympic matches, no one present at the scrimmage has ever vouched for Cambage. Jenna O’Hea, Australia’s captain, corroborates the story and says she hasn’t spoken to Cambage since the incident. Furthermore, Cambage has not played international basketball since it happened.
Being a celebrity certainly comes with its perks, but of course, there are major risks involved too. Tiwa Savage learned that the hard way this month, according to The Guardian. The 41-year-old nearly fell victim to a kidnapping plot put together by her newly-hired domestic staff. They’ve since been taken into police custody in Nigeria. Details surrounding their plan remain sparse at this time. We do know that Savage’s employees were entrusted with her personal and private information. They later passed that on to others who were hoping to capture her.
Thankfully, the singer-songwriter’s security team and local authorities acted swiftly. Nigerian Police Force Criminal Investigation Department spokesperson Oluniyi Ogundeyi spoke with the media earlier this weekend, confirming that Savage’s safety is a top priority. “Yes, we have some suspects. They are in our custody, they are about four,” the African officer reported. As AllHipHop notes, the update comes quickly following news of the kidnapping on Friday (April 14), via a memo on the Lagos native’s Instagram page.
“Following recent reports online, we can confirm that on Thursday 13 April 2023, there was a major security breach at the residence of musician Tiwa Savage,” it begins. “A number of suspects were caught and are currently being held under investigation at Alagbon Police Station, Ikoyi,” the update also noted before confirming that the mother of one and her family “are safe and well.” In the comment section, many fans expressed concern for the talented starlet following the near tragedy. “Shay you go come and stay with me for a while? ,” one person asked.
Another obviously upset user wrote, “They wan go rob her . They want that her ice necklace . Imagine the mindset of some men just ‘cos they think she is a single woman so they can just go rob her anyhow. Chai. Jail straight and I don’t know why they were not shot at sight.” In her caption, Tiwa Savage addressed all the love she’s been receiving, writing, “Thanks for all the messages All is well .” Check back later for any updates on the recent arrests and your favourite artists.
Nigerian artist Davido hit New York to celebrate the success of his album, Timeless. The album was released on March 31st and broke a few records. The “If” singer set a new record on Apple Music.
Timeless now has the most first-day streams for an African Album on the platform. Davido’s fourth studio album also had the biggest first-week debut on Spotify Nigeria. Ahead of his first live performance of Timeless in New York, the “Fall” artist held a Meet & Greet with fans.
Fans lined up in front of the Puma store in New York City to get a chance to meet and take a photo with Davido. Photos and videos of the Afrobeats star are on social media. He is smiling, laughing, and dancing. Fans took to the comments to express their happiness in seeing their favorite artist out enjoying himself.
Timeless is a 17-track album that features international artists such as Skepta, Askae, Logos Olori, and Fave. It is available on all platforms.
NYC you were amazing! Last night was in fact TIMELESS.
Had the best time celebrating with all of you at Irving Plaza intimately and you know we had to do it properly with @martell
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All is well 
