Afrobeats artist Tiwa Savage has suggested that poverty is a driving force behind the large number of entertainers emerging from Nigeria.

She explained that the difficult conditions in the country push young people to tap into their talents.

During an appearance on the ‘Shopping The Sneakers’ podcast, Savage spoke about the challenges of living in Nigeria, stating, “When you come to Nigeria, you’ll understand why we produce so many superstars. Surviving here is a struggle, which is why Nigerian artists are like hustlers—they’re always hustling.”

Nigeria is home to Africa’s largest movie, music, comedy, and fashion industries, with Nollywood being the second-largest film industry globally.