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Nigerian Rapper Odumodublvck Survives Car Accident

Rapper Hospitalized After Crash
Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has survived a car accident and is currently receiving medical treatment. The 31-year-old artist shared images of the wreckage and his hospitalization on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, reassuring fans that he had made it out alive.

Details of the Accident
Odumodublvck was involved in a head-on collision that left the front of his vehicle severely damaged. While he sustained minor injuries, he was promptly taken to the hospital for medical attention. It remains unclear whether he was alone in the vehicle at the time of the crash.

Rapper’s Reaction to the Incident
Following the accident, Odumodublvck took to social media to express his relief and determination. Posting photos of the damaged vehicle and himself in a hospital bed, he wrote: “SURVIVED. THE MACHINE MUST ARRIVE IN ONE PIECE. IT IS A MUST. THE MACHINE IS COMING.”

Odumodublvck’s Rise to Fame
Odumodublvck gained widespread recognition with his 2022 hit song Picanto, featuring Zlatan and Ecko Miles. In 2023, he signed with NATIVE Records under Def Jam Recordings and released the EZIOKWU mixtape, which included the chart-topping single Declan Rice. Known for his unique fusion of hip-hop, grime, and Afrobeats, he has solidified his place as a key figure in Nigeria’s contemporary music scene.

Fans Express Support
Following news of the accident, fans and fellow artists have taken to social media to send their well wishes, hoping for a speedy recovery for the rapper. His resilience and commitment to his music continue to inspire many within the industry and beyond.

Nigerian Stars Dominate 2025 Trace Awards Nominations

The 2025 Trace Awards have been announced with an impressive lineup of African music talents. Nigerian artists lead the charge, receiving recognition across multiple categories. The awards ceremony is set to take place on February 26 in Zanzibar, accompanied by a music summit aimed at celebrating the global impact of African music.

Spotlight on Nigerian Artists

Nigerian stars, including Burna Boy, Rema, Asake, Tems, and Yemi Alade, have been nominated in various categories, highlighting the country’s influence on the global music stage.

In the Song of the Year category, tracks like Asake and Travis Scott’s collaboration, “Active,” Rema and Shallipopi’s “Benin Boys,” and Tems’ “Love Me Jeje” are among the contenders. Burna Boy’s hit “Higher” also makes the list.

Nigerian dominance continues in the Album of the Year category, with Asake’s Lungu Boy, Rema’s HEIS, and Burna Boy’s I Told Them competing against projects by Ghanaian stars such as Amaarae’s Fountain Baby, King Promise’s True to Self, and Stonebwoy’s 5th Dimension.

Key Categories and Nominations

Song of the Year

  • Tyla – “Jump” (South Africa)
  • Tyler ICU – “Mnike” (South Africa)
  • Titom & Yuppe – “Tshwala Bam” (South Africa)
  • Tamsir x Team Paiya – “Coup du Marteau” (Ivory Coast)
  • Asake & Travis Scott – “Active” (Nigeria)
  • Tems – “Love Me Jeje” (Nigeria)
  • Burna Boy – “Higher” (Nigeria)
  • Rema & Shallipopi – “Benin Boys” (Nigeria)
  • Diamond Platnumz – “Komasawa” (Tanzania)

Album of the Year

  • Burna Boy – I Told Them (Nigeria)
  • Asake – Lungu Boy (Nigeria)
  • Rema – HEIS (Nigeria)
  • Josey – Vibration Universelle (Ivory Coast)
  • Amaarae – Fountain Baby (Ghana)
  • King Promise – True to Self (Ghana)
  • Stonebwoy – 5th Dimension (Ghana)
  • Toofan – Stamina (Togo)

Top Performers in Key Categories

Best Collaboration

Nigerian artists continue to shine in collaborative projects, with highlights including:

  • Titom & Yuppe ft. Burna Boy – “Tshwala Bam (Remix)” (South Africa/Nigeria)
  • Asake & Wizkid – “MMS” (Nigeria)
  • Odumodublvck & Black Sherif – “Woto Woto Seasoning” (Nigeria/Ghana)

Best Male Artist

  • Rema (Nigeria)
  • Burna Boy (Nigeria)
  • Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
  • Wizkid (Nigeria)
  • King Promise (Ghana)

Best Female Artist

  • Yemi Alade (Nigeria)
  • Tiwa Savage (Nigeria)
  • Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
  • Zuchu (Tanzania)
  • Simi (Nigeria)

Best Music Video

  • Asake – “Lonely At The Top” (Nigeria)
  • Tiwa Savage ft. Asake – “Loaded” (Nigeria)
  • Rema – “Charm” (Nigeria)

Emerging Talent and Diaspora Impact

Best New Artist

  • Shallipopi (Nigeria)
  • Spyro (Nigeria)
  • Black Sherif (Ghana)
  • Uncle Waffles (South Africa)

Best Artist (Diaspora)

  • Tems (Nigeria/USA)
  • Burna Boy (Nigeria/USA)
  • Tiwa Savage (Nigeria/UK)

Celebrating African Excellence

The 2025 Trace Awards highlight the diversity and richness of African music, with artists from Francophone, Anglophone, and Lusophone regions represented. The inclusion of a music summit promises to further elevate the platform’s role in championing African talent on the global stage.