By our reporter 21.3.2026
Victor Osimhen has praised Nigerian music stars for doing the country proud with their songs which are widely used at football and other sports events, and they are also popular among football players.
Osimhen said the likes of Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid and others have been good cultural ambassadors of the country on the global stage.
“I have met Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido, on several occasions. They are giving our country positive image around the globe. It is a thing of pride to hear Nigerian songs in foreign clubs.
“Nigeria is so blessed with a lot of talented artists. A lot of Nigerians don’t know how valuable our artists are because they haven’t travelled overseas, but those of us who are there know that they are doing a good job for the country.”
Over the years Nigerian artists have featured in world sports events. From the Ballon d’Or to the World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations they have made their presences felt. Davido performed at the 2022 World Cup, where also Rema’s “Calm Down” was played to the fans during some of the games.