Vulnerability Is Strength: The Soulful Journey of Joyce Olong
From lilac-toned melodies to lyrics that read like pages torn from a soul’s diary, Joyce Olong is redefining what it means to be vulnerable, powerful, and undeniably real. In an industry that often rewards performance over presence, she leans into truth layering softness and strength across every verse. In this heartfelt conversation, the singer-songwriter opens up about […]
CandyBleakz Drops Bold New Single “Sinner”
A Raw, Unapologetic Anthem of Rebellion and Indulgence Lagos, Nigeria – June 2025. Nigerian street-hop sensation CandyBleakz is back with a defiant new single titled “Sinner”, a gritty, unfiltered anthem that explores themes of rebellion, indulgence, and the unapologetic pursuit of pleasure. Marking her second release of the year following the heartfelt “My Dear,” CandyBleakz […]
TSCRPT: Writing His Truth in the Language of Sound
In a sonic landscape saturated with trends, TSCRPT stands out as an artist whose music reads like a personal journal vulnerable, intentional, and spiritually grounded. A Nigerian-American producer and singer-songwriter, his name itself is layered with meaning: Tolu’s Script, The Scripture, and a divine assignment manifesting through melody and message. With roots in both Lagos […]
ON THE RADAR
OFFICIAL APPLICATION FORM Welcome to On The Radar, a premium spotlight program powered by Top Charts Africa, created for artists who are ready to expand the impact of their new releases. Each cycle, we handpick a very limited number of artists whose sound, style, and energy stand out. If you’re selected, we’ll work with you […]
THE INCREDIBLY CHARMING MISTER NIGERIA
When Somto Nnoruga walks into a room, something shifts. It’s not just his height, sharp jawline, or the confidence that seems to come naturally. It’s the calm energy he carries the kind that makes you pay attention. And now, with the newly earned title of Mister Nigeria 2025, the world is paying attention, too. Somto […]
Official Entry Form: 100 Most Influential People of 2025
From May 27 to October 1, 2025, nominations are officially open for the Top Charts Africa 100 Most Influential People list. We’re spotlighting the individuals shaping Africa’s culture, industries, and future from bold leaders and innovators to creative disruptors and everyday changemakers. If their influence matters, we want to know. WHO CAN BE NOMINATED Any […]
Actors to Watch 2025
There’s something special about watching an actor on the cusp of greatness, when their name hasn’t yet hit every marquee, but their talent is impossible to ignore. At Top Charts Africa, we’re paying attention. And this year, we’re spotlighting ten rising stars whose craft, charisma, and screen presence demand it. What makes this list even […]
White Coat, Street Code: Muis Is Finding His Rhythm Between Medicine and Music
Fresh off earning his stripes as a medical doctor from the University of Lagos, Muis is walking a path that few dare to tread, a life split between stethoscopes and studio sessions. But beyond the novelty of his dual identity lies a deeply intentional artist whose music is rooted in raw emotion, Nigerian urban life, and personal […]
Best Nollywood Films of the 2010s
The 2010s were a weirdly wonderful decade for Nollywood. It was the era where the industry found its balance between chaos and class, between the wild storylines of the 2000s and the safe storytelling of the present. Some films tried too hard. Some didn’t try at all. But in between the mess and the magic, […]
THE RISE, THE FALL AND THE FIGHT OF NOLLYWOOD
The Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood, has always been more than just a film sector. It’s a cultural phenomenon, a force of identity, and a furnace that has cooked up some of Africa’s most iconic cinematic moments. Since its embryonic days in traveling theater, Nollywood has carried the burden and pride of storytelling excellence on its […]