Nigeria’s Spotify charts in early 2026 reflect a powerful mix of dominance from established stars and rapid growth from emerging acts. With January still unfolding, streaming numbers are already setting the tone for what is shaping up to be a defining year for Afrobeats. Below are the Top 10 most streamed Nigerian songs of 2026 so far, based strictly on cumulative year-to-date performance.
1. Jogodo – Wizkid featuring Asake
19.5 million streams
Leading the chart is “Jogodo,” the standout single from REAL Vol. 1. The track recorded a historic 1.388 million first-day streams on Spotify Nigeria, the highest ever for a collaboration or duo. It has held the number one position on the Spotify Nigeria daily chart for multiple days and continues to post strong daily numbers, pushing its global total close to 20 million streams.
2. Paparazzi – Shoday featuring FOLA
9 million streams
“Paparazzi” is the biggest breakout record of 2026 so far. Released in early January, it became the first number one song on the Official Nigeria Top 100 this year. The track debuted with 333,000 first-day streams in Nigeria and continues to rise, driven by its melodic Afrobeats sound and growing listener base ahead of Shoday’s upcoming album HYBRID.
3. Turbulence – Wizkid featuring Asake
8.9 million streams
Another REAL Vol. 1 highlight, “Turbulence” has maintained a consistent top three position on Spotify Nigeria daily charts. Its steady performance contributes significantly to the EP’s rapid success and reinforces the strength of the Wizkid and Asake collaboration.
4. Alaye – Wizkid featuring Asake
5.9 million streams
“Alaye” completes the trio of Wizkid and Asake records dominating early 2026. The song remains a steady climber on daily charts, often sitting at number three, and forms part of the EP’s record-setting opening run.
5. MY HEALER – Seyi Vibez featuring Omah Lay
5.3 million streams
An emotional Afrobeats and R and B collaboration, “MY HEALER” has built momentum through strong daily gains. The record highlights Seyi Vibez’s consistent streaming power alongside Omah Lay’s crossover appeal.
6. Iskolodo – Wizkid featuring Asake
5.1 million streams
“Iskolodo” has emerged as a viral hit, gaining traction through playlists and social platforms. Its sound reflects the growing influence of Amapiano-inspired production within Nigeria’s mainstream streaming space.
7. Akonuche – Priesst
3.8 million streams
Priesst’s “Akonuche” has made a significant jump into the upper tier of the chart. Its performance is supported by both streaming growth and renewed interest following the release of a remix version
8. Bend Am – Choke Boi
1 million streams
Crossing the one million stream mark, “Bend Am” represents the steady rise of new wave and street-influenced sounds competing alongside mainstream releases in 2026.
9. Akonuche (Remix) – Priesst
971,000 streams
The remix of “Akonuche” has quickly gained traction, pushing close to the one million mark. Its rapid rise demonstrates how remix strategies are extending the lifespan of successful records.
10. Amioluwa – Sunmisola Agbebi Ft. Yinka Olaleye
882,000 streams
Rounding out the top ten, “Amioluwa” continues to hold its position despite a slight drop. Its presence reflects the diversity of sounds performing well on Nigerian Spotify charts this year.
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