Nigerian music giant Davido isn’t slowing down. After launching his successful DMW label and achieving superstardom with HKN earlier in his career, Davido is setting his sights on empowering the next generation of artists. Partnering with music distribution company UnitedMasters, Davido has announced the formation of Nine+ Records.

This news comes on the heels of Davido’s history-making sold-out concert at Madison Square Garden, solidifying his position as a global force in music. Nine+ Records marks a significant new chapter for Davido. He’s transitioning beyond being a chart-topping performer and taking on the role of mentor and tastemaker, with the goal of propelling fresh talent to new heights within the music industry.

This partnership isn’t just a win for aspiring musicians; it’s a potential turning point for the African music scene according to UnitedMasters. They’ve described the collaboration as “groundbreaking,” with Davido’s influence poised to propel the careers of rising African artists to new levels. Davido himself is enthusiastic about the venture, calling it “an exciting chapter for emerging and established artists globally.” Nine+ Records follows the recent rebranding of DMW to DMW 2.0, which saw Davido sign new artists Morravey and Logos Olori. Both rising stars were featured on his Grammy-nominated fourth album, “Timeless.” With Nine+ Records, Davido is demonstrating his continued commitment to nurturing talent while building his own music industry empire.