Wizkid has been confirmed as the first headliner for Detty December Fest 2026, set to perform on December 18 in Lagos. The Grammy-winning Afrobeats star will officially launch the two-week celebration of music, culture, food, fashion, and entertainment, which runs through December 30.
Detty December Fest Gets a New Format
This year's edition of the festival, produced by Livespot360, will feature a second stage, the Pulse Stage, which will spotlight emerging artists, fresh sounds, and rising talents shaping the next generation of African music. According to Livespot co-founder and chief creative officer Darey Art Alade, the new stage reflects the growing global influence of African music while creating more opportunities for younger artists.
Wizkid Returns Home
Wizkid's headline performance comes after a relatively low-key year for the singer. In January, he teamed up with Asake on their joint Real, Vol. 1 EP, before turning his attention to collaborations with artists from different musical backgrounds. The singer previously spent much of 2025 on the road promoting his 2024 album Morayo, which peaked at No. 4 on Billboard's World Albums chart. He has since released further collaborations, including "Dynamite" with Tyla and "Gimme Dat" with Ayra Starr. The latter earned a nomination for Best African Music Performance at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
Emerging Talent Takes Center Stage
The addition of the Pulse Stage is expected to give emerging artists a platform to share the festival with established stars and contribute to the continued growth of Africa's music ecosystem. The new stage will allow younger performers to showcase their talents alongside established acts like Wizkid. With the global influence of African music on the rise, the Pulse Stage is likely to be a major draw for music fans looking to discover new talent.
Tickets Already Available
Tickets for this year's edition of Detty December Fest are already available through the festival's official channels. More headliners and performers are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as anticipation builds for the festival and Wizkid's highly anticipated homecoming performance.
Source: NotJustOk
