It is a season of success for Nigerian Afro-fusion gospel artiste, Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as Gaise Baba, as his 2025 hit song 'No Turning Back II' has clocked 50 million views on YouTube.

A check by The Nigerian Voice today can confirm that in addition to being crowned YouTube's most watched video of 2025, the 2025 global hit is now on 50 million views, making it an unprecedented record for a gospel music video.

Sharing the good news on his Instagram page, Gaise Baba revealed that the video has amassed such impressive record in 278 days, which is 87 days less than a year.

He appreciated everyone, including the children who have been immersed in the song, his fellow collaborator, Lawrence Oyor, and others.

He wrote:
"It's been 278 days, that's 87 days less than a Year. A Big Thank You to everyone, especially the precious little children who this record has made such a deep connection with, and who have played a Huge role in making it the living classic it already is.

Thank you @lawrenceoyor
Thank you @davidicgenerationchurch
Thank you @rotimikeys
Thank you @billo_beats
Thank you @onerpmafrc
#GaiseBaba #WeWillShiftTheCulture."
Recall that Gaise Baba was propelled into further stardom with the release of the video of his gospel anthem "No Turning Back II" featuring Lawrence Oyor on May 16, 2025. The song has become a global hit, and is a favourite among lovers of music across the world.