Themes of resilience and faith run through a new set of Nigerian releases, as artists turn personal experiences into music that reflects the challenges and aspirations of everyday life.
Leading the pack is entertainer Gabriel Afolayan, who returns with his sixth studio album, while London-based Afrobeats artist Harry Aye and Northern Nigerian rising star OG Abbah and a host of others, offer their own perspectives on perseverance and belief.
All releases are now streaming and are distributed via ONErpm.
Gabriel Afolayan – StandPoint
Actor and singer Gabriel Afolayan returns with his sixth studio album, StandPoint, available now, spanning 19 tracks, the record serves as a crossroads project exploring love, spirituality and self-reflection. Moving from the relationship friction of “Why Do We Love” and “Show You” to spiritual self-motivation on “Won Le Mi” and the fleeting philosophy of “Life Is A Bubble,” Afolayan offers a deeply honest body of work. “I wanted this album to feel like a real conversation, not a performance,” Afolayan explains.
Maandy – Write
Kenyan rapper and singer Maandy explores the emotional spectrum from heartbreak to self-love on her new four-track EP Write.
The project opens with the vulnerability of “December,” moves through the sensual Afropop of “Maji,” embraces post-breakup independence on “Outside,” and culminates in the unapologetic self-appreciation of “Yamii”.
Gabriel Eziashi – Living Testimony
UK-based Nigerian gospel stalwart Gabriel Eziashi presents his nine-track album Living Testimony. Blending powerful vocals with a twenty-year ministry background, the project features tracks like “Holy Ghost Fire”, “Ikuku”, and the title track, turning personal experiences of divine faithfulness into stirring songs of worship.
IDYL, Alfred Jking & Lizberg – Na Me Go Love You
The Voice Nigeria Season 2 winner IDYL teams up with Alfred Jking and Lizberg for the soulful romantic single “Na Me Go Love You”.
The track combines warm melodies and affectionate lyricism as the trio make a tender, steadfast promise of lifetime commitment.
Fiokee – Big Flex
Celebrated Afrobeats guitarist Fiokee turns his signature trebly strings to a vibrant pursuit on his new single “Big Flex”.
The track celebrates a woman of class and style, blending traditional Highlife string textures with a charming vocal delivery.
Manniee Tseayo – Yeah? Yeah!
Abuja-born multidisciplinary creative Manniee Tseayo explores self-acceptance and quiet confidence on her new alternative pop single “Yeah? Yeah!” Blending Afrobeats, R&B, and rap, she addresses outside noise and turns personal experience into an unapologetic affirmation of self-belief.
Harry Aye – Aleluya
London-based Afrobeats artist Harry Aye delivers a deeply personal declaration of faith and survival on his new single “Aleluya”.
Reflecting on childhood absence and maternal hustle, the track transforms past struggles into an uplifting hymn of resilience.
OG Abbah – Haba (feat. Mahraz Number 1)
Northern Nigerian singer OG Abbah connects with Mahraz Number 1 on “Haba”.
Representing the Arewa Afro-fusion scene, the track captures the everyday financial pressures and relentless ambition of the hustle.
Myron & WLR – Insecure
Fast-rising artist Myron, backed by White Lux Records (WLR), blends contemporary Afrobeats with playful songwriting on his latest single “Insecure”.
The track navigates relationship tension and emotional distance with reassuring charm.