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Wizkid becomes fifth Nigerian name in the Guinness Book of World Records

This year seems to be reward-reaping for the young music star.

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The song, which was co-created with the American pop star- Drake, achieved a billion streams on the digital platform to get the record.

Nigeria’s name was first put on the list in 2006 after Kafayat Shafau (Kaffy) got the record for longest dance in the world. After this, Harrison Chinedu, Chidra Annemega and Obi Ajuanumo also earned records for different feats.

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At present, Wizkid seems to be the man with the midas touch in the Nigerian music industry.

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