Nigerian music superstar, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, made headlines this week after appearing publicly with his daughter for the first time. The special moment took place at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival in New York City, where Wizkid premiered his new documentary titled “Wizkid: Long Live Lagos.”
The Grammy award-winning singer attended the red-carpet event alongside his longtime partner, Jada Pollock, and their daughter. The family was seen together for the first time in public, drawing attention from fans, media, and the global entertainment community.
The documentary, Long Live Lagos, focuses on Wizkid’s musical journey and the influence of Lagos on his life and career. It showcases his rise from the streets of Surulere to becoming one of Africa’s biggest music exports. The film is part of the Tribeca Festival’s celebration of global talent and storytelling.
Wizkid’s appearance with his daughter marks a rare public family outing for the artist, who is known for keeping his personal life private. Fans on social media expressed joy and admiration for the moment, praising the singer for proudly showcasing his family.
The event also highlighted Nigeria’s growing presence in international media and entertainment spaces. Wizkid, who has collaborated with global stars like Beyoncé, Drake, and Justin Bieber, continues to break boundaries for African music.
Jada Pollock, who is also Wizkid’s manager, has played a major role in his international success. The couple has two sons together, and while Wizkid has other children from previous relationships, this is the first time he has been seen publicly with his daughter.
The *Tribeca Film Festival*, founded by actor Robert De Niro and others in 2002, is one of the world’s most respected platforms for independent films and documentaries. Wizkid’s documentary screening is seen as a major achievement, not only for him but for Nigerian creatives in general.
Wizkid fans are now eagerly waiting for the full release of the documentary, which is expected to offer deeper insight into his personal story, challenges, and the cultural impact of his music.
