Music album projects require lots of devotion, effort and time before being produced, delivered, and then released. For many artistes, an album is not just a milestone in their career but a deep reflection of their talent and artistry. While listeners often dissect and enjoy full-length albums, over time, certain standout singles gain popularity and overshadow the rest of the project. However, some albums manage to defy this pattern, remaining in heavy rotation long after their release.

Chart performance is an added advantage that plays a crucial role in documenting these milestones, serving as concrete evidence of an album’s impact on the industry. This listicle highlights Nigerian albums that have stood the test of time, achieving the rare feat of spending at least 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Official Top 100 Albums Chart.

• Lungu Boy - Asake (2024):

Released on August 9, 2024, Asake’s third studio album Lungu Boy made history by spending 15 consecutive weeks at No. 1, the longest run at the top so far. The 15-track album featured high-profile collaborations with Wizkid, Travis Scott, Stormzy, Central Cee, and LUDMILLA. Known for its seamless fusion of afrobeat, indigenous Fuji sounds, dancehall, EDM sounds and rap and pop influences from the UK and US, the album produced multiple chart-topping hits. Lungu Boy amassed 42 million streams in its first week, marking one of the strongest openings in Nigerian music history.

• Billion Dollar Baby 2.0 - Seyi Vibez (2022):

In 2022, Seyi Vibez released his sophomore album Billion Dollar Baby alongside its deluxe version, Billion Dollar Baby 2.0. The project quickly peaked at No. 1 on the Official Top 100 Albums Chart, holding its position for an impressive 14 weeks. The mixtape featured Simi and Mayorkun and included hit tracks like “Chance (Na Ham),” “Billion Dollar,” and “Bullion Van”. This project cemented Seyi Vibez’s reputation as a force in the Nigerian music industry.

• NAHAMciaga - Seyi Vibez (2023)

NAHAMciaga is another workpiece from the stables of Seyi Vibez. Seyi Vibez continued his dominance with NAHAMciaga, a four-track solo EP released in late 2023. The project, which showcased his signature introspective lyrics and street-inspired sound, spent 11 weeks at No. 1 on the charts. The EP housed standout tracks such as “Different Pattern,” “Cana,” “Today,” and “Shazam,” which remained fan favourites long after their release.

• Timeless - Davido (2023):

Following a brief hiatus from the music scene, Davido made a grand comeback in 2023 with Timeless, an album filled with soul-stirring and infectious tracks. Featuring a diverse lineup of artistes including Morravey, Musa Keys, Dexta Daps, Fave, The Cavemen, Angélique Kidjo, Skepta, Asake, Logos Olori, and Focalistic, the album resonated deeply with fans. It debuted at No. 1 and remained there for 10 weeks, amassing 50 million streams in its first week which is a remarkable achievement for an Afrobeats project.

• Morayo - Wizkid (2024)

Wizkid’s highly anticipated album Morayo, named in tribute to his late mother, marked a significant moment in his career. A deeply introspective project, the album explored themes of love, solemnity, and self-reflection. Upon release, Morayo shattered records, achieving 12.12 million first-day streams on Spotify, the highest for any Nigerian album at the time. In its first week, it amassed 48 million streams and has held the No. 1 spot on the Official Top 100 Albums chart for 10 consecutive weeks.

Conclusion

These albums represent more than just commercial success, they reflect artistic evolution, cultural impact, and fan devotion. Spending 10+ weeks at No. 1 on the Official Top 100 Albums Chart is no mee achievement and these projects have undoubtedly secured their place in Nigerian music history.