YouTube has unveiled its official 2025 Nigeria Year-in-Review, showcasing the music videos, creators, and entertainment content that drew the most attention from Nigerian audiences this year.
In a statement, Addy Awofisayo, YouTube’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighted gospel singer Akinade “Gaise Baba” Ibuoye and Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli as standout figures on the platform for 2025.
Gaise Baba dominated the music charts with his uplifting hit “No Turning Back II” featuring Lawrence Oyor. The video, released in mid-May, quickly went viral, amassing over 41 million views in just six months and generating widespread engagement across social media platforms.
Top Nigerian Music Videos on YouTube (2025)
• Gaise Baba – No Turning Back II ft. Lawrence Oyor
• Shallipopi – Laho
• Davido – With You ft. Omah Lay
• Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake & Young John – Ninety Nine ft. Daecolm
• Asake – Why Love
• Rema – Baby Is It a Crime
• Chella – My Darling
• Wizkid – Kese (Dance)
• Shallipopi ft. Burna Boy – Laho II
• Davido – With You ft. Omah Lay (Visualizer)
In the content creator category, Omoni Oboli emerged as the top digital influencer with her channel, Omoni Oboli TV, cementing her status as one of Nigeria’s most-watched online personalities.
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Other notable creators recognized in the 2025 roundup include:
• Ibrahim Yekini – Itelediconstudio
• Uchenna Mbunabo – Uchenna Mbunabo TV
• Aminu Saira – Saira Movies
• Maurice Sam – Maurice Sam TV
• Ruth Kadiri – RuthKadiri Two Four Seven
• ApataTV Plus
• Uche Montana – Uche Montana TV
• Sonia Uche – Sonia Uche TV
• Brain Jotter – Brain Jotter
Prompt News reports the year-end report highlights Nigerians’ growing interest in diverse digital content spanning music, film, comedy, and lifestyle entertainment, reflecting the expanding influence of online platforms in the country’s entertainment landscape.
