NEXARITO: AKWA IBOM’S “GOODNEWS” IGNITING NIGERIA’S NEW WAVE AND SET TO CONNECT WITH RISING STARS AND GLOBAL ICONS IN 2026

NEXARITO: AKWA IBOM’S “GOODNEWS” IGNITING NIGERIA’S NEW WAVE AND SET TO CONNECT WITH RISING STARS AND GLOBAL ICONS IN 2026*

*ABUJA, NIGERIA — JULY 12, 2026*

Born *Etimbuk* — meaning _“Goodnews”_ — on *November 2, 2002*, in *Akwa Ibom State* and now based in *Nasarawa State*, *NEXARITO* is the name on everyone’s lips. The Afrofusion sensation is carrying the spirit of his name across Nigeria, and with his momentum in 2026, he’s proving that good news really does travel fast.

With his highly anticipated release _“Come Dance For Me (Speed Up)”_ set to drop *July 14, 2026*, Nexarito is not just releasing music. He’s releasing a movement — one that connects the streets of Nasarawa to the world stage.

*NEXARITO: THE SOUND OF NOW + THE CATALOG BEHIND IT*

If you check Mdundo this week, you’ll see the proof. Nexarito climbed *680 spots to Rank 705*, pulled *217 downloads in one day*, and earned the title _“The Afrofusion Sensation”_ on his profile.

But this didn’t start yesterday. Nexarito has been building brick by brick with a catalog that shows growth, versatility, and hunger:

*OFFICIAL SONGS + PROJECTS:*
1. *“Kolo” by Nexarito* – His early street anthem that put him on the map in Akwa Ibom
2. *“This Year We Go Make Am” by Nexarito* – A motivational banger that became a New Year mantra for fans
3. *“Happy Day” by Nexarito* – Feel-good vibes and celebration energy
4. *“Come Dance For Me” by Nexarito* – The romance + street-pop hit now getting Google lyrics and AI features
5. *“Best of Nexarito”* – His curated mixtape/collection showcasing his range from dance to love to hustle

This catalog is why fans connect. From _“This Year We Go Make Am”_ to _“Come Dance For Me”_, Nexarito gives you motivation, love, and movement in one package.

And now _“Come Dance For Me (Speed Up)”_ is next. Audiomack has confirmed the release date. Google AI Mode is already showing his lyrics:
_“Baby, you know say for your matter, I fit kill person. See the way you dey wine, that thing dey make me go low. Come wine for me, come shock for me.”_

That’s Nexarito — bold, melodic, and built for dancefloors, TikTok, and global playlists.

*RISING STARS: THE NEW BREED HOLDING IT DOWN*

While Nexarito pushes forward, Nigeria’s underground is boiling with talent:

*1. ELLA MAY – The Soulful Voice from Port Harcourt*
At 22, Ella May is redefining love songs with her soft R&B and Afrobeats blend. Her track _“Hold My Hand”_ went viral for its honesty. She represents the emotional side of the new wave — perfect for a collab with Nexarito’s dance energy.

*2. KID SKILO – The Street Storyteller from Lagos*
From Mushin, Kid Skilo raps life as he sees it — in Yoruba, Pidgin, and English. _“Ghetto Dreams”_ spoke to thousands of young Nigerians chasing better. With 300K+ on TikTok, his grit + Nexarito’s melody = instant street anthem.

*3. ZARA B – The Dancefloor Commander from Enugu*
Zara B started as a dancer, now she’s an artist. _“Body Language”_ is already a club staple in the East. Her energy mirrors Nexarito’s _“Come Dance For Me”_ call — two forces that could light up stages together.

*GLOBAL ICONS: THE DOORS NIGERIA OPENED*

*1. BURNA BOY – The African Giant*
Grammy winner. World tour seller. Burna showed that Afrofusion can fill stadiums. His blueprint is what Nexarito is building on from Nasarawa to the world.

*2. TEMS – The Global Voice*
From _“Essence”_ to the Oscars, Tems proved softness and strength can go global. Her storytelling inspires every new artist coming from the South-South like Akwa Ibom.

*3. DAVIDO – The Hitmaker and People’s King*
30BG. _Timeless_. Davido mastered fan connection. That same energy is in Nexarito’s _“come closer”_ approach.

*4. REMA – The New-Age Superstar*
Rema took _“Calm Down”_ worldwide and made futuristic Afrobeats cool. The neon aesthetic in Nexarito’s new cover is in that same global lane.

*5. ASAKE – The Culture Carrier*
Asake brought Fuji and street culture to the mainstream. His authenticity is why the streets respect him — the same streets Nexarito speaks to with _“Kolo”_ and _“This Year We Go Make Am”_.

*WHY 2026 IS THE CONNECTION YEAR FOR NEXARITO*

A boy from *Akwa Ibom* named _“Goodnews”_, now based in *Nasarawa*, with songs like _“Kolo”_, _“Happy Day”_, and _“Best of Nexarito”_ already in the streets.

That’s a story.

He has:
1. *The Roots* – South-South talent with North-Central base. True Nigerian story
2. *The Sound* – Afrofusion that works in Lagos clubs and London playlists
3. *The Numbers* – +680 rank jump and 217 daily downloads show real growth
4. *The Catalog* – 5 major releases already, with a new global single dropping July 14
5. *The Timing* – Speed Up songs are dominating charts right now

When _“Come Dance For Me Speed Up”_ drops July 14 on Audiomack, Spotify, Apple, and Boomplay, it won’t just be another single. It’ll be Akwa Ibom to the world.

*WHAT’S NEXT*
1. *July 14 – Global Release* of _Come Dance For Me (Speed Up)_
2. *Collaboration Season* – Expect Nexarito to link with rising stars like Ella May, Kid Skilo, and Zara B
3. *Chart Climb* – Target: Rank 705 → 500 → Top 100 on Mdundo
4. *National Tour* – From Akwa Ibom to Nasarawa to Lagos. Bring _“Best of Nexarito”_ to the people

*THE BIGGER PICTURE*

From *Akwa Ibom* to *Nasarawa*, from the streets to Google, from _“Kolo”_ to _“Come Dance For Me”_ — *Etimbuk “Nexarito”* is living up to his name: _Goodnews_.

Burna, Tems, Davido, Rema, and Asake showed it’s possible.
Ella May, Kid Skilo, Zara B, and Nexarito are proving it’s sustainable.

His message is simple: _“This Year We Go Make Am. Come Dance For Me.”_
It’s an invitation to move, to connect, and to rise together.

*The new wave is here. And Nexarito is leading it.*