December 12, 2025
CKay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Hits 1bn Spotify Streams, First for a Nigerian Solo Act
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CKay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Hits 1bn Spotify Streams, First for a Nigerian Solo Act

CKay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Hits 1bn Spotify Streams, First for a Nigerian Solo Act

Musician, CKay, has become the first Nigerian solo artist to have a song surpass one billion streams on Spotify with his international hit “Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah).” The milestone was confirmed by music platforms this week. 

Originally released in 2019, the track gained global momentum over time, propelled by social media trends, international remixes, and widespread listener engagement across continents. 

CKay thanked fans and supporters in a social media post following the announcement. 

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Music analysts note that this places CKay among a select group of African artists with billion-stream records, cementing his status in the global entertainment industry.

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