Nigerian singer-songwriter Simi has achieved a significant international breakthrough with her hit single Duduke earning Gold certification in New Zealand — her first foreign accolade of this kind.

This milestone highlights the song’s lasting global resonance, having surpassed the 15,000-unit benchmark in combined sales and streaming, as set by Recorded Music NZ. Originally released in 2020, Duduke captivated audiences with its fusion of mid-tempo pop, Afrobeats, and R&B. The track gained even more emotional depth and attention when Simi revealed her pregnancy in the music video, dedicating the song to her unborn child.

The certification not only underscores the expanding global footprint of Afrobeats but also reinforces Simi’s position as one of Africa’s foremost female music talents. The achievement has been widely celebrated by fans and industry insiders as a powerful testament to her creativity and the worldwide appeal of Nigerian music.