Nigerian singer and rapper Seyi Sodimu has named Wande Coal as the most talented artist in the Afrobeats scene, praising his role in shaping the genre’s evolution and inspiring some of its biggest stars.

Speaking in an interview with comedian Teju Babyface, Sodimu highlighted Wande Coal’s influence on the new generation of Afrobeats and his impact on artists such as Wizkid and Davido.

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“Wande Coal was one of the pivotal moments where he switched it [Afrobeats] to the new generation where he influenced people like Wizkid, Davido, Sean Tizzle. It was Wande Coal’s style that took Afrobeats to the new sound. I think he is the most-talented Nigerian Afrobeats artist,” Sodimu said.

When Babyface asked if Wande Coal is getting the recognition he deserves, Sodimu responded, “What do you mean by flowers, are you talking about streams? Because people love Wande Coal when they hear his music. So it’s in context. Any artist you ask, if you meet any of them, even Burna Boy can attest to Wande Coal’s artistry.

“I’m older than Wande Coal and I know he’s actually operating on 30% and he is still kicking *ss. So, imagine if he was operating on 78%. Wande is a genius. He can sing, he also writes. He is amazing.”

Sodimu’s comments add to the growing list of industry veterans who have openly praised Wande Coal’s artistry and lasting influence in Nigerian music.

Chinese Supervisor Dies After Collapsing in Kogi factory

The police in Kogi State have confirmed the death of a 47-year-old Chinese national, Mr. Luo Zhi Mao, who worked as a supervisor at BN Ceramics in Ajaokuta.

According to reports, Mr. Luo collapsed while working in the Press Department of the factory on Saturday, August 2, at around 6:30 p.m.