Top Charts Africa has unveiled its list of the ‘Most Talked About People in Africa for 2024’, with Nigerians dominating the rankings.
A total of 18 Nigerians secured spots in the top 30.
Afrobeats superstar Wizkid clinched the top spot on the list.
His presence in the spotlight was amplified throughout the year, driven by his ongoing public feud with fellow singer Davido and the release of his album, ‘Morayo’.
Kenyan President William Ruto secured the second position.
His leadership was thrust into the global spotlight following widespread protests in June over proposed tax hikes.
The unrest culminated in the storming of the Kenyan Parliament, after which President Ruto rejected the controversial tax bill and introduced the “Appropriations Bill 2024,” which addressed the country’s fiscal challenges.
Rounding out the top three is Nigerian singer Davido, whose year was marked by a series of high-profile events, including his lavish wedding to Chioma, dubbed “Chivido 2024.”
Other notable figures in the top 10 include Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and also business magnate Aliko Dangote.
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga and Nigerian social media personality Bobrisky also secured their spots in the top 10, while South African singer Tyla and Nigerian politician Peter Obi rounded out the list.
In a surprising turn, Baltasar Engonga, a former public official from Equatorial Guinea, made the list following a viral scandal involving the leak of intimate videos.
The full list of Africa’s most talked-about personalities includes a mix of politicians, musicians, entertainers, and social influencers.
Other figures in the top 30 include Rema, Rigathi Gachagua, and former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, among others.
Full List of Africa’s Most Talked About People of 2024:
1. Wizkid
2. President William Ruto
3. Davido
4. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
5. Aliko Dangote
6. Raila Odinga
7. Bobrisky
8. Tyla
9. Peter Obi
10. Liema Pants
11. Rema
12. Rigathi Gachagua
13. Khosi Twala
14. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta
15. Ademola Lookman
16. Asake
17. Very Dark Man
18. Drill
19. Nyesom Wike
20. President Cyril Ramaphosa
21. Reno Omokri
22. Rose Owusu Konadu
23. Victor Osimhen
24. Baltasar Engonga
25. Sharon Ooja
26. Toyin Abraham
27. Babu Owino Paul
28. Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina
29. Danny Walter
30. Pastor Enoch Adeboye