If you're looking to dive into the world of Nigerian rap, check out this list of the top 15 Nigerian rappers in 2023. From legends that have been in the game for decades to up-and-coming stars making waves, these are the rappers you need to have on your playlist.
Simisola Ogunleye, also known as "Simi," is a talented Nigerian Afro-Pop Singer, Songwriter, and Sound Engineer. Simi began her career as a gospel singer, and her debut studio album was released in 2008. Early Life & Education Simisola Ogunleye, also known as "Simi," was born on April 19, 1988 in Ojuelegba as the fourth of
Banky W is the stage name of Olubankole Wellington, a Nigerian-American musician, rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and politician. He is a force to be reckoned with in the Nigerian music industry. Banky is the founder and CEO of Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). He is the House of Representative candidate for the People’s Democratic Party in the
Olumide Edwards Adegbulu, also known as Mr Yahooze, or his stage name, Olu Maintain is a Nigerian musician and producer. He and his cousin, Tolu Ogunniyi, Adeboye Bammeke, a.k.a. Big Bamo co-founded the musical group known as Maintain. The group put out six albums between 1998 and 2004 and had hits with “I Catch a Cold,” “Domitila,” and “Alo” before disbanding in