According to well-known rapper CDQ, gangs and powerful cabals control the Nigerian music industry.
The “Nowo Soke” crooner stated in a recent interview with content producer JBrandy that it is challenging for musicians who are not members of any gang or cult to succeed in the music business.
He claimed that musicians who succeeded in the music business without joining a gang or cult were fortunate.
“The music industry has turned into a game of belonging to a particular caucus, gang or cult before anyone could actually help you.
“So, if you are able to achieve success in the music industry without associating with any cabal or cult group, you should be grateful to God,” he said.
CDQ added, “If you don’t belong to a particular cult group, you might probably spend a lot of money and not see anything in return,”
The rapper called on artists, record label executives and other stakeholders in the music industry to change the trend of associating gangsterism with the music business.
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In an emotional homage to her late husband, Michael Ndika, Nigerian afro-house singer Niniola Apata revealed that he was crucial to her musical career and dissuaded her from quitting the business.
In a video that is generally thought to have been taken on Friday at events honouring her late husband. The Grammy-nominated performer described how their friendship developed into a collaboration that influenced both her personal and professional lives.
On May 19, 2026, Ndika, the CEO of NaijaReview, a multimedia portal devoted to modern African music and afro-house, passed away at the age of 44.
Speaking through tears, Niniola described their relationship as a “love story” and credited her husband with helping her achieve success in the music industry.
“My story with Michael is a love story. Michael did everything for me.
