Nigerian star Davido earns $1,200 in 20‑minute TikTok livestream

Afrobeats superstar Davido disclosed that a 20‑minute TikTok livestream generated more than $1,200 in revenue after attracting over 70,000 viewers. The earnings highlight the platform’s growing potential as a direct income source for high‑profile creators.

In a separate viral post, an unnamed TikTok user identified as @Marlife shared that a 30‑minute livestream earned him only $2.50, sparking widespread commentary about the unpredictable nature of TikTok’s monetisation for ordinary users. Both cases illustrate the wide disparity in earnings that can occur on the platform depending on audience size and creator status.