Modola

Modola

Modola
Modola In 2026
Born
Temidola Awosika

(2005-04-17) 17 April 2005 (age 21)
Lagos, Nigeria
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • dancer
Years active2024–present
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentVocals
Label
  • PG Records Entertainment

Temidola Awosika (born 17 April 2005), known professionally as Modola (Italian pronunciation: [moˈdɔːla] stylised in all caps as MODOLA), is an Italian-based Nigerian singer-songwriter and dancer. She rose to prominence with the release of the song "Talk", which went viral online and peaked at number 59 on the TurnTable Top 100. In March 2025, she ranked number 7 on TurnTable 's NXT Emerging Top Artistes. She released her debut EP, New Light, in July 2025 under PG Records.

Early life and education

Temidola Awosika was born on 17 April 2005 in Lagos State, Nigerian to a family of Yoruba descent,[1] and grew up in Italy, where she studied Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences.[2][3]

Awosika spent most of her childhood and teenage years in Milan, where her parents relocated when she was two.[4] She developed an interest in music and performance at a young age. While growing up, she frequently sang and danced at home and later became known among classmates for performing during school breaks.[5]

In an interview with Natacha Akide, Awosika stated that she played badminton competitively as a teenager.[6] She also noted that her parents did not support her decision to pursue a career in music after leaving sports.[4] But her father later expressed conditional support after it became clear she intended to proceed with her plans.[7] Awosika said that once she made up her mind about pursuing a music career, she took some time to watch performances and interviews of established artists through YouTube and other forms of social media. The artists who inspired her were Michael Jackson, Louis Armstrong, James Brown, and Aretha Franklin.[8]

Career

Modola began her music career in 2024, and that same year, she signed a deal with PG Records Entertainment.[9][3] She gained recognition after the release of her 2025 single "Talk", which went viral on TikTok and debuted at number 59 on the Nigerian TurnTable 100 charts,on 27 March 2025,[10][11] number 55 on Top Streaming Songs,[12] accompanied by a music video.[13][14] Modola also performed at the 2025 Royal Albert Hall concert alongside Diamond Platnumz and Tiwa Savage,[15] held at the Royal Albert Hall in June 2025.[16] On 28 March 2025, she ranked at number 7 on TurnTable's NXT Emerging Top Artistes.[17] Emmanuel Daraloye praised the song's production, called it a fire-cracker single.[18]

Modola released her debut extended play New Light On 31 July 2025 under PG Records.[19] The six-song project included the singles "Billing" and "No Stress," of which reached number 47 on the Tanzania Music Chart.[20] Reviewing for Premium Times, Friday Omosola described the ep as a balance of cohesion and versatility".[21] In September 2025, during the United States Mission Grand Showcase Concert,[22] Modola performed alongside Herlin Riley, Made Kuti, Yinka Davies, Jerry Omole, and Timi Dakolo.[23] On 17 October 2025, she performed at the 2025 edition of Felabration, a yearly concert dedicated to Fela Kuti at the New Afrika Shrine.[24] To promote the EP, Modola embarked on a university tour titled The New Light Tour on November 5, 2025. The tour visited University of Abuja, Calabar, Ibadan and Yaba College of Technology in Lagos.[25]

Modola performing at OVO Arena Wembley in 2025

On November 9, Modola headlined the Africa Celebrates Event in Ethiopia, becoming the first Nigerian Afrobeat artist to perform at the event.[26] Broadcast live to audiences around the world in Addis Ababa. During the event, She also met Catherine Afeku, Ghanaian Minister of State at the Office of the President of Ghana.[27] On November 23, she was brought on stage by Olamide to perform at the “Olamide Live in Concert” show in London, which drew over 12,500 attendees at the OVO Arena Wembley. She performed alongside Asake, Fireboy, Joeboy, Seyi Vibez, and Darkoo.[28][29] In December 2025, she was included on the Boomplay list of “So Young, So Hot” artists.[30][31][32]

On April 10, 2026, Modola featured Nigerian singer-songwriter BhadBoi OML on the single "Kupe".[33] The release followed an earlier announcement in March 2026,[34][35] when a teaser circulated on social media and prompted a TikTok trend, #KupeBottleChallenge, with participation from public figures including Funke Akindele.[36] The song received positive reviews upon release and peaked at number twenty-two on the TurnTable 100 charts,[37] number seven on Nigeria Top Radio songs (TurnTable)[38][A] and number five on the Shazam Top 200 chart in Nigeria.[39][40] On May 2, 2026, Modola entered at number forty-four on the TurnTable Official Artiste Top 100,[41][B] "Kupe" climbed to number fourteen on the Top 100, up from number twenty-two, representing a new peak position for the song.[43]

On 20 May 2026, Modola began the "Modola Takes Ghana" media tour, during which she performed her song through appearances on various Ghanaian television programmes and interviews, including broadcasts on Joy Prime TV, MX24 TV, Hitz FM and 3Music TV. During the tour, she performed a handstand bridge at Black Star Square in Accra. In one of her interviews, Modola identified Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale as her favourite Ghanaian artist, stating that she felt they shared similar qualities.[44]

Artistry and personal life

Beyoncé smiling.
Modola's major influences include Beyoncé (left) and Michael Jackson (right).

Modola songs are a fusion of Afrobeats, with multilingual features and influences derived from African music and modern musical trends. She has named artists such as Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, Rihanna, and early African musicians as major influences. Her songwriting process usually starts with an instrumental tune, with the lyrics and melodies being formed subsequently, often through producer collaboration. Following her relocation to Nigeria, Modola was introduced to various types of music that influenced her.[45]

Modola has also mentioned that she has been following a vegan diet throughout her life. During later interviews, Modola referred to Nigerian singer Olamide as one of her favorite performers. She stated that she admired his work, with Olamide publicly acknowledged her on occasion, including inviting her on stage during live performances.[46] She is also a fan of Don Jazzy.[47]

Discography

Extended play

List of EPs
Title Music Details Year released
New Light
  • Released: 31 July 2025
  • Number of Tracks: 6
  • Label: PG Records
  • Formats: Streaming, digital download
 2025

Singles

As lead artist

List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US NGR
[10] 		NG

Afro[48]

"Talk"[49] 2025 — 59 46 TBA
"No Stress"[C] 2025 — — — New Light
"Billing" — — —
"Kupe"

(featuring BhadBoi OML)[50][D][51]

2026 — 11[52] — TBA
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Awards and nominations

Year Award Category Result Ref
2026 Golden Star Awards Next rated artist of the year Won [53][E]

Tours and concert

Headlining

  • New Light Tour (2025)
  • Modola Takes Ghana (2026)

Supporting

Notes

  1. ^ "Kupe" also peaked at number 1 on the Nigeria Airplay chart (Soundcharts).
  2. ^ In May 2026, she ranked number 1 on TurnTable's NXT Emerging Top Artistes.[42]
  3. ^ "No Stress" did not enter the TurnTable Top 100, but peaked at number 47 on the Boomplay Tanzania Music Chart.
  4. ^ "Kupe" also entered the TurnTable Top Radio songs, peaked at number 7 on Top 100 Radio songs .[38]
  5. ^ As announced on Instagram "And the winner is @sheismodola #goldenstarsaward2026 #goldenstarsaward #goldenstarsaward6 #golde stars award 6" [54]

References

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  2. ^ Muthamia, Kibaki (8 April 2025). "Meet Modola, Sassy 19yr old Star Eyeing the 'Queen of Afrobeat' Title". Ghafla! Kenya. Retrieved 12 August 2025.
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