Nigerian music sensation Wizkid has made a grand return to his home country, landing in Lagos with his family just in time for the festive season. The arrival sets the stage for his highly anticipated homecoming concert later this month.
Star Boy Touches Down in Lagos
A viral video that spread quickly across social media captured the moment the Afrobeats icon, whose real name is Ayo Balogun, arrived in Lagos. The footage showed Wizkid stepping out with his family, including a sweet moment where he was seen carrying his young daughter, Morayo. His return signals the beginning of festive activities for the superstar, who is scheduled to headline a major event.
The musician is set to perform at the "GOAT: The Greatest of All Time Experience" concert on Sunday, December 28, 2025. The event will take place at the iconic Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos, promising a spectacular show for his fans.
A Heartwarming Link-Up with Fuji Royalty
Shortly after his arrival, Wizkid did not waste any time immersing himself in the Lagos nightlife. He was spotted at a popular nightclub where he had a memorable encounter with Fuji music legend, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1 or 'K1 de Ultimate'.
A video from the meeting showed the two music heavyweights sharing a warm and lengthy embrace. KWAM 1, who recently declared his interest in becoming the next Awujale of Ijebu land, was visibly thrilled to see the younger star. The genuine affection and respect between the two artists from different generations of Nigerian music was palpable and immediately captured the hearts of fans online.
Nigerians React to the Viral Moment
The heartwarming exchange between Wizkid and KWAM 1 sparked a wave of reactions from netizens across Nigeria. Many took to social media to comment on the beautiful display of camaraderie.
One user, official_phizy, humorously noted, "K1 wan use Hugs finish our Wiz… kilode." Another, draylee111, commented on KWAM 1's evident joy, writing, "See as baba dey happy OGO buruku buruku Biggest wiz."
The sentiment of a fatherly love was echoed by chris_innocent33, who said, "Baba feel like put wiz for inside body pure love." User aryke_tee added, "The way K1 Dey always happy when he sees Wizzy ehn, you go think say na him born am."
The excitement over Wizkid's return was also clear, with real_nancyzubbypeace exclaiming, "Omo as big wiz enter Nigeria everywhere just change this man no go kill me."
This visit also follows a proud paternal moment for Wizkid, who recently publicly praised his first son, Boluwatife (Champz), for the success of his debut EP. In a viral clip from a New York Knicks game, a smiling Wizkid expressed his love for the project and proudly claimed the young artist as his son.
With his family by his side and a historic concert on the horizon, Wizkid's return to Lagos is injecting a fresh wave of excitement into Nigeria's December entertainment scene. All eyes are now on Tafawa Balewa Square for what promises to be an unforgettable "GOAT" experience.
