Remember when Wizkid made a controversial statement about the state of hip-hop in Nigeria? It feels like a distant memory now, but that statement sparked a resurgence in the genre. Artists like Odumodublvck, Blaqbonez, Psycho YP, and many others continue to push against the narrative that hip-hop is fading in Nigeria.
At the recently revealed BET Awards nominations, Odumodublvck—the industry machine that has taken Nigeria by storm over the last year—was nominated for Best International Flow. With hits like Declan Rice, Blood on the Dance Floor, and his debut album Eziokwu, which means “The Truth,” Odumodublvck has firmly established himself as a major force. He joins Ghanaian artist Black Sherif as one of the few West Africans to receive this nomination.
This is a huge moment for hip-hop in Nigeria, as it proves that the genre is far from dead and is on the rise. The recognition of artists like Odumodublvck on an international stage further solidifies Nigeria’s place in the global hip-hop scene.
Hip-hop in Nigeria continues to evolve and grow, with artists breaking boundaries and representing the country proudly.