Starboy’s winning run is showing no signs of slowing down as DJ Tunez closes out 2025 as Nigeria’s most streamed DJ.

With Wizkid already sweeping multiple year-end streaming accolades, his longtime collaborator Tunez has now added another major milestone to the Starboy camp’s dominance.

Fresh Spotify data released earlier this week confirmed that DJ Tunez is the No. 1 most-streamed DJ in Nigeria for 2025 — a feat that further solidifies the Starboy brand as a powerhouse within African music. The achievement reflects both his consistency and the strength of the creative ecosystem surrounding Wizkid.

Maphorisa Tops Africa, Tunez Leads Nigeria

The numbers were published by Africa Facts Zone on X, unveiling Spotify’s monthly listener rankings for DJs across the continent.
As expected, South Africa’s Amapiano giants took command of the top spots, proving once again how influential their sound has become globally.

Top African DJs on Spotify (Monthly Listeners – Dec 9, 2025)

1. DJ Maphorisa – 5.3M

2. Master KG – 3.8M

3. DJ Tunez – 3.55M

4. Kabza De Small – 3.4M

5. DJ Yo! – 3.34M

6. Jazzwrld – 3.29M

7. Shimza – 2.8M

8. Black Coffee – 2.75M

9. Nitefreak – 2.24M

10. XDuppy – 2.238M

11. Tyler ICU – 2.18M

12. Kelvin Momo – 1.93M

13. DJ Spinall – 1.89M

14. Major League DJz – 1.7M

15. Uncle Waffles – 1.5M

Despite South Africa’s continued dominance in global dance culture, Tunez’s entry as the only Nigerian DJ in the top 10 sparked massive excitement at home. His 3.55M listeners place him second in Africa overall  a huge win for Afrobeats.

The DJ himself reacted with a simple but iconic statement: a quote-tweet featuring Michael Jordan’s legendary “I’m Back” GIF, sending fans into a frenzy.

Social Media Reactions

The announcement immediately stirred online debates  typical of Nigerian music circles. While his supporters hailed the achievement, others reignited arguments about who qualifies as a “DJ” in today’s music industry where producers, selectors, and curators all blend roles.
Still, the overwhelming tone was celebratory, with Starboy FC loudly claiming the victory.

Why Tunez Keeps Winning

Seun Omogaji  better known as DJ Tunez  has been a crucial part of Afrobeats’ global expansion for nearly a decade.
Since joining Wizkid’s Starboy Worldwide in 2016, he has been the heartbeat behind countless sold-out shows from Lagos to London.

His discography is a map of genre-shaping moments:

• “Gbese” (Wizkid)  a 2018 summer smash

• “Pami” (Wizkid, Adekunle Gold, Omah Lay)  a global fan favourite

• Numerous influential singles that have defined club culture worldwide

But 2025 was arguably his strongest year yet.

His collaborative EP with Wizkid and DJ Maphorisa, South Gidi, blended Afrobeats with Amapiano in a seamless, culture-shifting way.
The project’s lead single, “Money Constant” featuring Mavo, dominated:

• Over a month at No. 1 on Apple Music Nigeria

• Peaked at No. 8 on the Global Shazam Chart

• Became a staple in clubs, events, and playlists everywhere

He followed up with:

• “One Condition” (Wizkid & Fola)  an instant favourite

• “Easy With Me” (Wizkid & ODUMODUBLVCK)  debuted at No. 3 on Apple Music Nigeria

These wins show a DJ who isn’t just riding a wave  he’s actively shaping the scene and pushing Afrobeats into new spaces.