By the TurnTable Editorial Team, July 2025
It's true, the landscape has changed. Music videos are no longer the dominant vehicle for promotion they once were, but make no mistake, they were arguably the leading pathway to Afrobeats over the past 25 years, and VJs have been there to guide new listeners every step of the way. Whether you were watching an MTV, Soundcity, or Channel O countdown (if you're truly in the know), VJs delivered the complete package, introducing you to the most creative and influential music videos of their time.
TurnTable is proud to present its list of the greatest VJs of the 21st century.
It’s important to note that the names featured in this list are presented in no specific order; each individual holds their own unique significance and impact.
- Dadaboy Ehiz
- Djinee
- VJ Adams
- Pearl
- Laura Monyeazo Abebe ‘Moet Abebe’
- Nancy Isime
- Samantha Walsh
- Special Spesh
- Kehinde “Kenny” Ogungbe
- Dayo “D1” Adeneye
- C-Von
- Jaj Da Mecca Don
- Denrenle Adun
- Stepahnie Coker
- Folu Storms
- Dj Jimmy Jatt
- Eniola Olanrewaju ‘Korty’
- Chinasa Anukam