Award-winning Nigerian producer and singer Pheelz is set to take centre stage this weekend as a featured guest on African Voices Changemakers on CNN International. The 30-minute programme, sponsored by telecommunications giant Globacom, begins airing on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Hosted by Larry Madowo, the episode features an in-depth conversation with the music star, exploring themes of faith, fame, and his pivotal role in shaping the global sound of Afrobeats.
Born Phillips Kayode Moses, Pheelz began his musical journey as a church instrumentalist before breaking into the mainstream in 2012 through his collaboration with Olamide. He produced hit tracks including First of All and F with the Devil, earning widespread acclaim and securing a place on NotJustOk’s Top 10 Hottest Producers list in 2013.
His work on Baddest Guy Ever Liveth earned him nominations at The Headies and the Nigeria Entertainment Awards. In 2020, he clinched Producer of the Year at The Headies, and in 2021, he won Best Collaboration at the Soundcity MVP Awards for Finesse featuring Bnxn.
During the programme, Pheelz reflects on the experiences that shaped his sound and creative outlook. He discusses major collaborations, shares his perspective on artificial intelligence in music, and explains why African sound and culture continue to resonate across the globe.
The show airs at 8:30 a.m. on DStv Channel 401 on Saturday, with repeat broadcasts at 12 noon the same day; 4:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday; 4:00 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. on Monday; and 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, all West African Time.
