Nigerian music has reached an immense financial landmark with royalties generated by Nigerian artists on Spotify exceeding ₦58 billion in 2024. This figure is more than double that of previous years in what captures the impressive growth of Nigerian music.
Spotify’s Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy, highlighted the company’s commitment to supporting Nigerian talent, stating that the increase in revenue revealed the country’s growing influence in the global music industry.
"We remain committed to empowering Nigerian artists to earn from their art whilst maintaining transparency with artists and stakeholders," says Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy, Spotify's Sub-Saharan Africa Managing Director.
"The incredible growth of Nigerian music, both locally and globally, is a testament to the talent and creativity within Nigeria, and we are proud to support its continued rise." He said.