YouTube has released its official 2025 Nigeria Year-in-Review, highlighting the music videos, creators, and entertainment content that shaped viewing habits across the country.
The annual list reveals the platform’s biggest stars, with gospel singer Akinade “Gaise Baba” Ibuoye standing out as the year’s most-watched music video.
The announcement was made in a statement signed by YouTube’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, Addy Awofisayo.
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According to the report, Gaise Baba led the music category with his hit track “No Turning Back II” featuring Lawrence Oyor. The video dominated the platform, becoming the most-streamed Nigerian music video of 2025.
Released in mid-May, the song quickly spread across social media and faith-based communities. Within six months, it gathered more than forty-one million views, earning strong engagement and widespread recognition from fans across the country.
Most-watched music videos in Nigeria (2025)
- Gaise Baba – “No Turning Back II” ft. Lawrence Oyor
- Shallipopi – “Laho”
- Davido – “With You” ft. Omah Lay
- Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake & Young John – “Ninety Nine” ft. Daecolm
- Asake – “Why Love”
- Rema – “Baby Is It a Crime”
- Chella – “My Darling”
- Wizkid – “Kese (Dance)”
- Shallipopi ft. Burna Boy – “Laho II”
- Davido – “With You” ft. Omah Lay (Visualizer)
While Gaise Baba dominated the music chart, Nollywood star Omoni Oboli led the creator category. Her channel, Omoni Oboli TV, finished as Nigeria’s number-one YouTube creator for 2025. The recognition marks a significant moment in her growing career as a digital content producer.
Oboli’s channel has built a strong audience through consistent storytelling, lifestyle videos, and family-friendly content. Her rise reflects the increasing influence of Nollywood actors in the online entertainment space.
Top YouTube creators in Nigeria (2025)
- Omoni Oboli – Omoni Oboli TV
Other creators who made the list include:
- Ibrahim Yekini – Itelediconstudio
- Uchenna Mbunabo – Uchenna Mbunabo TV
- Aminu Saira – Saira Movies
- Maurice Sam – Maurice Sam TV
- Ruth Kadiri – RuthKadiri Two Four Seven
- ApataTV Plus
- Uche Montana – Uche Montana TV
- Sonia Uche – Sonia Uche TV
- Brain Jotter – Brain Jotter
YouTube’s annual review continues to highlight the diversity of content shaping Nigeria’s digital culture, from music and movie productions to comedy, lifestyle, and inspirational storytelling.
The 2025 list also reflects the growing influence of creators outside traditional entertainment, particularly those utilising online platforms to establish dedicated fan communities and new media businesses.
As digital consumption continues to grow across the country, YouTube reaffirms its commitment to supporting Nigerian creators, enhancing monetisation tools, and increasing visibility for local talent on the global stage.
