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Wizkid's 'Made in Lagos' Now Longest Charting Nigerian Album

He joins the group of other African musicians who have made their presence on Billboard

Nigerian superstar Wizkid is setting amazing records with his latest album, 'Made in Lagos'.

Together with the track 'Essence', the singer has maintained a stand on the international charts. That achievement is getting commentators and analysts a big surprise.

Even on the home front, the album still holds sway.

TETE Africa has congratulated the singer on his latest achievements. In a tweet, the account stated that Wizkid has appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200 charts simultaneously for the sixth and seventh week in a row.

'Essence' featuring Tems is still moving up on the Billboard Hot 100.

This makes 'Made in Lagos' the longest-charting album on Billboard.

He joins the group of other African musicians who have made their presence on Billboard in the past. These include Hugh Masekela, Manu Dibango, and Miriam Makeba.