As social media users debate the demise of Nigeria’s signature sound, the soundtrack for the world’s biggest sporting event reveals an industry that isn’t dying, it is merely institutionalising.
FIFA World Cup Trophy | IMAGO
The squad for the Official #FIFAWorldCup 2026™ Album is here! 🎶
Pre-save for the album release on June 5 🎧
Stay tuned for more to come 👀
— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) June 3, 2026
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Afrobeats megastar Davido | IMAGO
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African giant Burna Boy. (Photo Credit: Burna Boy/X)
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Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr
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Afrobeats superstar Rema
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Burna Boy performing at the 2023 Champions League Pepsi final Kick off show| Photo Credit: Imago