Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has responded to critics over her recent outfit.

The “Who’s That Girl” singer had shared photos on her social media pages in which she wore a sultry outfit with a headpiece.


The photos didn’t sit well with many who slammed her over her indecent outfit.

In response, Ayra told them to relax and manage their yarns. She noted how she had a worse outfit and would still wear worse.

“Y’all relax in the comments, I’ve worn way worse, and I’m going to wear way worse, so manage your yarns”.


Reacting to her statement, one smartbeddings_interior wrote, “Go baby, as long as you aren’t my sister, I’m rooting for you

One Lizzybbby wrote, “She should do whatever pleases her, nobody dey pay her bills

One domingo_loso wrote, “My sister, if you want to wear nylon, na your choice. No be dem dey feed you

One godbless_africa001 wrote, “Free will is a God’s gift to humanity. What you do with it is between you and God

One chukwuebuka2080 wrote, “I love her in worse

One Mrprime wrote, “Werey wear bikini and gele, na once I burst laugh

One authntik_gymwears wrote, “For our viewing pleasure, ride on baby girl

One nairadiarytv wrote, “She wore it intentionally to get people talking, and she’s achieved that

One lingeriebytemmy wrote, “Your problem girl”.

The stage was set, the lights dazzled and the future of African music took centre stage as the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) and the African Union Commission (AUC) unveiled seven emerging artistes tipped to become the continent’s next generation of superstars.

During the AFRIMA Diamond Party and Prize Presentation held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Voyage Lagos, Nigeria, AFRIMA Awards, through its Talent Discovery and Promotion programme, formally launched Ellacentric, Black Astro, Yamayeh Vibez, Mayowa Afolabi, DELLFIRE, El Nayaan and Blinkz Baba into the African music space, declaring them the latest talents poised to take African music to greater heights.

The seven artistes, collectively known as the AFRIMA Diamonds, emerged from a continent-wide talent search that attracted entries from aspiring musicians across Africa.

Speaking at the event, the President and Executive Producer, AFRIMA, Mike Dada, delivered a stirring charge to the young talents, predicting that they could become dominant forces in African music within the next two to three years.

Standing before an audience of entertainment executives, artistes, influencers and industry stakeholders at the prestigious Voyage Lagos, Dada said the Diamonds had been carefully selected because of their exceptional talent and potential to shape the future of African music.

“You are not here by accident. You were chosen because we saw something special in you. We saw talent, passion, discipline and the potential to become stars not just in your countries, but across Africa and the world.

“I am challenging you today to go out and dominate the music space in the next two to three years. The opportunity is here. The platform is here. The spotlight is on you. The next move belongs to you,” he said.

Dada said AFRIMA’s vision extends beyond celebrating established stars, stressing that the awards platform was committed to building a pipeline of globally competitive African talents. He noted that Africa’s growing youth population presents a unique opportunity for governments and industry leaders to invest in the creative sector.

“The world is moving towards a content creation economy. Content is the new currency. Young people are creating value every day through music, digital media, fashion and entertainment. Our culture is our competitive advantage. The question is how we can leverage it for economic benefit, job creation and sustainable development. That is the direction AFRIMA is focused on, and we will continue to invest in initiatives that empower young Africans through creativity,” he said.

The seven Diamonds earned their place after a rigorous selection process conducted by AFRIMA’s International Jury before being introduced to a wider audience through performances at the AFRIMA Music Village during the ninth AFRIMA Awards.

At the party in their honour, the Diamonds once again took centre stage, delivering electrifying performances that left guests cheering and offered a glimpse into what could become the next wave of African music stars.

An emotional Black Astro described the initiative as a turning point in his career. “This opportunity has changed everything for me. AFRIMA has given us visibility, confidence and access to people who can help shape our future. We are ready to show the world what we can do,” he said.

Mayowa Afolabi said, “Being named an AFRIMA Diamond is a dream come true. This platform has given us an opportunity that many young artistes spend years searching for.”

Ellacentric also expressed gratitude for the journey, describing the experience as a powerful reminder that perseverance and hard work can eventually pay off.

As part of their rewards, the seven artistes secured participation slots in the Showbiz 101 Workshop and Music Creation Camp organised by bridgeAFRIC, where they will receive mentorship and collaborate with some of Africa’s leading music producers and artistes.

Speaking on behalf of New Media Technologies Nigeria, the national distributor of SE Electronics, Bolaji Onisiwo, while presenting the musical equipment, said, “You have been identified as some of Africa’s brightest emerging talents. With that comes the responsibility to keep learning, improving and representing the continent positively through your music. These are not just gifts but investments, and how you use them will determine how far your careers can go,” Onisiwo said.

The event, which had hospitality and entertainment provided by Voyage Lagos, attracted some of renowned names in the creative and entertainment industry, including Radio personality and Hypeman extraordinaire, Do2dtun Energy Gahd; Head of International Jury of AFRIMA, Olisa Adibua; Principal Consultant, Equally Diverse Solutions, Bolaji Durojaiye; CEO Voyage Lagos, Nader Issa; UK Rapper, SneaKBO; Chief Brand, Communications & Programming Officer, Murphy Ben International, Mark Redgard and CEO, DNMT, Michael Igbelabo, among others.

With the celebrations over, attention now shifts to the seven AFRIMA Diamonds. For them, the journey has only just begun, and if Dada’s prediction proves accurate, Africa may have witnessed the unveiling of its next music sensations.

Grammy Award-winning star Burna Boy has paid glowing tribute to his grandfather, Pa Benson Idonije, describing him as a man to whom he would remain forever indebted.

The singer made the remark as family members, friends, music icons and admirers gathered in Lagos to celebrate the 90th birthday of Pa Idonije, a revered broadcaster, music critic and one-time manager of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.

The event was more than a milestone birthday celebration; it was a recognition of a man whose contributions helped shape Nigeria’s music landscape across generations.

The occasion blended glamour with history as guests graced the red carpet in dazzling fashion.

Yet beyond the glitz was a powerful narrative linking the roots of Afrobeat to its modern global success.

Pa Idonije’s close association with Fela and his role in chronicling and promoting Nigerian music have made him a significant figure in the story of Afrobeat’s evolution.

For many attendees, the celebration underscored a remarkable musical lineage.

As Burna Boy continues to fly Nigeria’s flag on the world stage, his tribute highlighted the enduring influence of a grandfather whose guidance and wisdom helped inspire one of Africa’s biggest music stars.

The gathering served as a reminder of the historic bridge between Fela’s revolutionary era and Burna Boy’s global dominance, with Pa Benson Idonije standing proudly at the centre of that connection.