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MUSIC, CULTURE, GLOBAL SPOTLIGHT: LAGOS HOSTS AFRIMA 2026

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Lagos is once again preparing to take the continental spotlight as the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) officially gets underway, promising a celebration of African music, culture, and global influence on an even bigger scale. At a press conference held on Wednesday at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in the Secretariat of the Lagos State government, situated in Alausa, Ikeja, the State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, unveiled plans and updates for AFRIMA 2026, describing the awards as one of Africa’s most powerful platforms for celebrating musical excellence and creative expression. L-R :   Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Bopo Oyekan-Ismaila;   President, All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, Mr. Mike Dada; Commissioner for Tourism, Arts & Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka; AFRIMA Jury-in-charge, Mr. Olisa Adibua; Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso ...

VICKY JAY DROPS REGGAE-STYLED “LETTER TO 2BABA” AS SHOW OF SOLIDARITY

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In a cool wave of musical brotherhood, singer and producer Vicky Jay has sent out warm energy to Afrobeat legend 2Baba, releasing a fresh audio track titled “Letter to 2Baba.” The industry has been buzzing for weeks over 2Baba’s separation from his longtime partner Annie, and the spotlight has since shifted to his new relationship with Natasha, which has stirred plenty of conversation across social platforms. Sliding into the moment with creativity, Vicky Jay hopped on TikTok to share a reggae-infused sound that cleverly weaves in some of 2Baba’s iconic song titles and lyrical lines—an artistic nod only true fans can fully catch. In the mellow but message-heavy tune, Vicky Jay encourages the Afrobeat king to “stay strong,” reflect, and readjust where needed as he navigates this new phase of life. You can vibe to the track on TikTok via @vickyjay. We at JDbaba's blog wish the African Queen crooner a better and peaceful time again.