LAGOS, Nigeria — Grammy Award-winning Nigerian music star Wizkid is set to headline the opening night of Detty December Fest 2026 in Lagos, adding one of Africa’s biggest Afrobeats acts to the lineup for the highly anticipated entertainment event.
The singer is expected to take centre stage during the festival’s opening programme, where he will perform before thousands of music fans expected to attend from Nigeria and abroad.
Wizkid’s inclusion is expected to generate significant interest in the festival, given his international profile and influence on the global growth of Afrobeats.
The Detty December period has become one of the biggest entertainment seasons in Nigeria, attracting visitors from different parts of the world for concerts, nightlife, cultural events and other activities.
The 2026 edition of Detty December Fest is expected to build on the growing popularity of the year-end entertainment season, with organisers targeting a diverse audience of music lovers and visitors looking to experience Lagos during the festive period.
Wizkid, whose music has earned him international recognition and major industry awards, is regarded as one of Nigeria’s most successful contemporary recording artistes. His headline performance is expected to be one of the major attractions of the festival.
Organisers are expected to announce further details about the festival’s full lineup, performance schedule and ticketing arrangements as preparations continue.
The opening-night performance could also provide a major boost to the wider entertainment economy, with concerts and festivals during the December period generating business for hotels, restaurants, transportation providers, event venues and other tourism-related businesses.
Lagos traditionally records increased activity during the festive season as Nigerians in the diaspora and international visitors return to the country. Major concerts featuring leading Nigerian and international artistes have become an important part of the annual December entertainment calendar.
The announcement of Wizkid as the opening-night headliner is therefore expected to increase anticipation among fans and strengthen expectations surrounding the 2026 edition of the festival.
Beyond the music, the event is likely to contribute to the city’s reputation as a major African entertainment destination, particularly during the year-end holiday period.
Fans are expected to watch closely for announcements concerning additional artistes, ticket prices, venue arrangements and other activities planned for the festival.
With Wizkid leading the opening-night programme, Detty December Fest 2026 is positioned to attract substantial attention as the festive season approaches.
