Multiple award-winning artist Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has officially announced his return to Nigeria following a stellar performance at the 2025 Greater Lagos Countdown.
The event, hosted on December 31, 2024, at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos, marked the climax of the Lagos State Government’s annual end-of-year festivities.
Expressing his joy at being home, Wizkid addressed the crowd, saying:
“First of all, happy new year! You will live long, you will be wealthy. Long life and good health shall be for you and all your family. I have a very important message for you today, Lagos, Nigeria. I want you to know that your son Ayodeji Balogun, aka Wizkid, Machalla, the biggest bird, is back home now.”
The 34-year-old singer’s return coincided with his birthday celebration, which he marked alongside family, friends, and fans.
The Greater Lagos Countdown 2025 featured a star-studded lineup, including performances by Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Seyi Vibez, BNXN, and Qinq Madi, among others. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had earlier described the event as Africa’s biggest countdown celebration.
Wizkid’s return has been met with excitement from fans, who are eager to see what the globally celebrated artist has planned for his time in Nigeria.
