For many celebrities in and outside Nigeria, 2021 was a year filled with high hopes, especially after the challenges of 2020, which saw the COVID-19 pandemic disrupt their careers. The entertainment industry was hit particularly hard, with shows canceled and venues closed for over a year. However, the discovery of vaccines and the lifting of lockdowns brought relief, and by 2021, the industry began to recover.

Burna Boy’s Grammy Win: One of the major highlights of 2021 was Burna Boy’s Grammy win for Best Global Music Album with his *Twice As Tall* album. This was a huge moment for Burna Boy after losing to Angélique Kidjo the previous year. The victory boosted his career and garnered massive social media buzz.

Wizkid’s Grammy and Sold-out 02 Concert: Wizkid also had a significant year, winning a Grammy for his collaboration with Beyoncé on “Brown Skin Girl.” His *Made in Lagos* album was nominated for Best Global Music Album at the upcoming 2022 Grammy Awards. His sold-out concert at London’s 02 Arena further cemented his global success.

Davido’s Loss and Philanthropy: Davido faced personal tragedy with the loss of two crew members but ended the year on a positive note with a massive philanthropic gesture. He raised over N200 million from friends and fans for his birthday and donated it, along with N50 million from his own funds, to orphanages across Nigeria.

Psquare’s Reunion: The singing duo Psquare, made up of Peter and Paul Okoye, reunited after five years of separation. Fans were thrilled when the brothers reconciled and announced a comeback concert to mark their reunion.

Baba Ijesha’s Rape Scandal: The Nigerian entertainment industry was shaken by the alleged rape scandal involving actor Baba Ijesha, who was accused of assaulting a minor related to comedienne Princess. The case has sparked intense debates and divided the industry.

2Baba and Annie’s Marriage Drama: Rumors of marital trouble between 2Baba and his wife, Annie Idibia, rocked social media after she accused him of infidelity. The couple has since reconciled after public apologies and efforts to mend their relationship.

Tiwa Savage’s Sex Tape Scandal: Tiwa Savage made headlines when a sex tape involving her and her lover was leaked online. Despite the backlash, Tiwa denied losing endorsement deals and stood firm in her belief that private adult behavior should not be a public scandal.

Celebrity Deaths: 2021 saw the loss of several prominent figures, including comic actor Baba Suwe, singer Sound Sultan, actress Rachel Oniga, actor Stanley Okoro, and highlife legend Sir Victor Uwaifo. Each passing left a profound impact on the Nigerian entertainment landscape.