Evado

Chidubem Emmanuel Njoku, professionally known as Evado, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter from Abakpa, Enugu State. Widely regarded as one of the fastest-rising artists in Nigerian music, he has earned recognition for his distinctive blend of rap, melody, and authentic storytelling. Evado began his musical journey in the church before transitioning into rap under the influence of his childhood friend and longtime collaborator, Hugo P. After releasing music independently from 2019, he introduced himself to a wider audience with his debut EP, Can’t Fold (2020), followed by Drunk in Pain (2023) and Still Drunk in Pain (2024). His breakthrough came in 2025 with the hit single “My Pay,” which became a street anthem and propelled him onto the national stage. The song’s success led to a collaboration with Phyno on “Ilu Agha,” while earning him recognition as one of TurnTable’s Top 10 Next Emerging Artists and the most featured South East artist of the year. In 2026, Evado released his debut album, Promise Land, which amassed nearly 100 million streams across all platforms. With over 100 million career streams across his catalogue, Evado continues to establish himself as one of the most exciting voices in Nigerian music, known for music that reflects ambition, resilience, and the realities of everyday life.