OLAMIDE’S YBNL EMPIRE DOMINATES GLOBAL MUSIC SCENE, EARNS BILLBOARD HONOUR

Olamide joins a prestigious global list of industry leaders, proving once again that African excellence is not just rising its leading.

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YBNL Nation boss Olamide Gbenga Adedeji
YBNL Nation boss Olamide Gbenga Adedeji


In a defining moment for African music, Nigerian rap legend and YBNL Nation boss Olamide Gbenga Adedeji has been named one of Billboard’s Global Power Players for 2025. The recognition cements Olamide’s growing influence not just as an artist but as a music executive shaping the global soundscape.

At the helm of YBNL Nation, Olamide has led the label to remarkable heights, championing the rise of Afrobeat’s next-generation stars Asake and Fireboy DML. Both artists dropped chart-topping albums in 2024, solidifying YBNL’s dominance across African and international markets.

Asake’s Lungu Boy was certified Nigeria’s biggest album of the year by TurnTable Charts, fueled by standout hits like “MMS,” which earned a Grammy nomination for Best African Music Performance. 

His sold-out shows, including another milestone performance at London’s iconic O2 Arena, positioned him as one of the continent’s most bankable live acts.

Meanwhile, Fireboy’s fourth studio album Adedamola, garnered widespread critical acclaim, praised for its lyrical depth and sonic evolution. The success of these projects underscores Olamide’s strategic brilliance in talent development and brand building.

With this Billboard recognition, Olamide joins a prestigious global list of industry leaders, proving once again that African excellence is not just rising its leading.

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