Nigeria is a nation blessed with both natural and human resources. one of such blessings is the female entertainers or should i say the female musicians? It is said that what a man can do,a woman can also do it.

From the mainstream pop singers to the traditional RnB soul singing divas, to the pidgin english singing ladies that reach the core of the Nigerian audience. You want it, you got it with the talent base we have here.

In an industry dominated by male artists, these female stars have done well to stand out and be some of the biggest names in Nigerian entertainment through the talent, and most especially their hard-work and consistency.

Ladies and gentle men, I bring to you ten top female stars that are making the music industry go gaga.(The list is base on the writer's opinion).

1. TIWA SAVAGE

Tiwatope Savage-Balogun (born 5 February 1980), better known by her stage name Tiwa Savage, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, recording artist, performer and actress. She is currently signed to Sony/ATV Music Publishing and Mavin Records.[6] She co-wrote the track "Collard Greens & Cornbread" off Fantasia Barrino's Grammy-nominated album Back to Me.Savage was featured on Solar Plexus, a compilation album that was released a day after the establishment of Mavin Records. The Mavin first lady and mother of one who recently released her Album titled R.E.D is a big name in the industry. She is married to Teebillz and they are blessed with a son name Jamil.

2. OMAWUMI

known by her stage name Omawumi, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and actress of Itsekiri ethnicity. Omawumi rose to prominence as a contestant on Idols West Africa. Omawumi, with her strong voice and out-going personality, was voted the 1st runner-up of the competition when it ended in May 2007. Since then, she has had numerous performances on the stage with musicians such as P-Square, 2face Idibia, D'Banj, Banky W, M.I, Sasha, 9ice, Chaka Demus and Pliers, Carl Thomas, Angie Stone and Donell Jones, among others.

3. CHIDIMMA

Chidinma made the big time by emerging as the first ever female winner of the MTN Project Fame competition previously won by  Iyanya, Mike Anyasodo and others. Her recently released single “Jankolikoko” featuring Sound Sultan has been receiving massive airplay and has further thrust her music into mainstream media.

Her hard work paid off as she won the award for Best Female West African Act at the KORA awards 2012 after the release of her hit single Kedike. She didnt relent on her efforts as she released singles such as Emi Ni Baller, Kite, Bless my hustle & Jolie.

She recently became an MTN ambassador as she released her new single titled Oh Baby.

4. YEMI ALADE

Yemi Alade began making music professionally in 2005 and would go on to win the maiden edition of the Peak Talent Show in 2009. Her debut single “Fimisile” which featured eLDee was released in 2010 and peaked remarkably with over ten thousand hits on YouTube.

She followed up with the video for her smashing single titled Ghen Ghen Love. With hits like Bamboo, Show me , Dance make I dance , Dont worry & Faaji, She’s set to take over the music scene. She recently released 2 singles titled Birtyhday Song & My Head O .Yemi Alade is currently signed to Effyzzie Music Group.

5. NIYOLA

Niyola’s unique story started in 2000 when she took part in the AMEN starlet competition and emerged first runner up – meeting with the then “Plantashun boys’’ who invited her to do a duet with the group (she ended up recording with Faze as the group would soon split). She later joined Trybe records briefly; leaving to jump start ‘’Make sum noise ‘’entertainment a production outfit owned by Freestyle of TRYBESMEN. She released her first singles Me n U (in da club), No more and Dem say on the imprint.

After the release of the singles, it wasn’t long before she got signed to Westside Music (where she released her eponymous debut album containing the smash hits Bring it on and Call my name). The album got two nominations that year at the Hip hop world awards. She also signed a management deal with Now muzik later on.


Niyola recently got signed to Empire Mates Entertainment and was featured on several tracks on the EME Empire Mates State of Mind album alongside leading Nigerian acts, Wizkid, Banky W and Skales; including her debut single as the EME 1st lady, titled ‘Don’t Go There. She recently released 2 singles Crazy & Toh Bad .

6. CYNTHIA MORGAN

Personally I like Cynthia. She is crazy but is always killing it. Cynthia Morgan started composing at the age of seven. She recorded her debut single which featured General Pype "Dutty Stepping" at the age of sixteen which started getting airplay and reviews on local radio stations in Benin. She later moved to Lagos, Nigeria in 2008 to further her career.

In 2010 she was featured on the Nigeria Entertainment Awards winning track with Jhybo titled "Ejo le Fe Ro (Run Dia mouth)". This song gave her instant recognition and fame nationwide. With a re-brand on her image and sound, she released her much anticipated singles in Nigeria on 9 July 2012 titled "High High High" and "Ojoro". With the release of these songs, Cynthia Morgan trended worldwide for 10hours and also trended in Nigeria for 48hours on social network site Twitter.

On 22 August 2013, Cynthia Morgan signed a multi-million recording contract with "Northside Entertainment Inc." owned by Jude 'Engees' Okoye, brother to Nigerian pop singers P-Square.[8] Few months later, she released two chart-topping singles "Don't Break My Heart" and "Lead Me On" which got positive reviews from fans; the latter went on to be nominated for "Best Reggae/Dancehall Single" at The Headies 2014

7. WAJE

Waje's vocal range covers three octaves. She was found singing in church as a young lady whose love for humanity led her to study social work at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). Being very productive whilst in school, Waje worked part-time in tourism. She however still believed she could touch a lot more with her singing talent. This gave her the drive to stay focused in her first love, music. In 2007, Waje decided to take the next step and fully launch her music career. She was still a student at the time and paid her dues by doing lots of free shows and gigs, singing at every given opportunity.

The first major spotlight she received was in 2008, when she featured in the P-Square hit track titled "Do Me." This track was critically acclaimed across and was widely known across Africa and some parts of Europe. This helped boost her career a little further, after which she participated in Advanced Warning (a reality TV show which featured artists that are on the verge of a breakthrough). The reality show was organised by MTV Base South Africa and Zain Nigeria, where she came out as the first runner up.

In 2010, 360nobs.com did a special spotlight on Waje with the emphasis "Words Aren’t Just Enough….I’m Speechless"

Waje has shared the stage with various international artists such as Wyclef Jean in South Africa, opening for Kerry Hilson during a show organised in Calabar, and has also worked with a lot of artists who had hit singles, including "One Naira" with M.I, "Do Me" with P-Square and more. She also collaborated with Dencia on "True Love" and has a list of songs that have received a number of award nominations and winnings. She released her self-titled debut studio album in 2013.

In August 2015, Waje released her 1st single of 2015 after her November 2014 video success of her hit song Coco Baby,titled Left For Good featuring Patoranking and Godwin Strings.

Waje headlined the song ‘Strong girl’ which is the theme song for ONE_Campaign's ‘Poverty is Sexist’ in 2015  and also joined Bono in Lagos, Nigeria for the lagos campaign in 2015.

8. EMMA NYRA

Once upon a Starlet turned Triple MG first lady, that’s Emma Nyra’s grandeur story. Iyanya’s Ur Waist first introduced the luscious voice of Ms Nyra. She left us in earnest anticipation of her awesomeness till she resurfaced consecutively with Ori Mi Wu, Everything I Do featuring Iyanya and Kere-Shere – confam party rejoinders that have become favourites from a DJ’s pick. Her other efforts will include Elele featuring Davido and then Say Yeah (with Iyanya, Selebobo, Tekno & Baci), Amigo and Dreaming (with Iyanya) all of which are housed on the label’s compilation album, The Evolution. However, there’s also been a couple other features here and there but we’d really love to see Ms Nyra more, under the beaming light of her music element as against the sexy which is all too obvious that she gat.

9. SHEYI SHAY

She means business. Ever since her return to Nigeria, this is the point Oluwaseyi popularly called Seyi Shay has hammered to our minds. She has managed to impress most with just 3 singles in so short a time. Though Irawo was a great start, her Murda track featuring Patoranking and Shaydee has been gaining massive airplay since its release. Former group mate with Tiwa Savage and May7ven, a fact most don’t know, Seyi is destined for great things and judging by her nominations so far, it seems most people are of the same opinion.

10. DI'JA

She may be new but she is already moving to the top. Her lyrics make me go gaga.
Her music career started in 2008.[4] In 2012, Di'Ja released several singles including "Dan'Iska (Rudebwoy)", "Hold On (Ba Damuwa)" and "How Can We Be Friends".
On February 14, 2014, Don Jazzy announced the addition of Di'Ja to Mavin Records. Her first official single under Mavin Records was also released on February 14, 2014. The song, which is titled "Yaro", is an up-tempo celebration of love and commitment against all odds. It infuses Hausa and Krio dialects in honour of her Nigerian and Sierra Leonean roots.

In May 2014, Di'Ja was featured on "Dorobucci" alongside label mates Don Jazzy, Dr SID, Tiwa Savage, D'Prince, Korede Bello and Reekado Banks. In May 2014, an animated video was released for "Dorobucci".As of 21 June 2014, "Dorobucci" has received over 12 million downloads since its release.Di'Ja was featured on "Arise" alongside Don Jazzy and Reekado Banks.

Source : Jaguda,Wikipedia,36ng