Fans in Lagos and beyond react as Grammy-winning singer hints at new project, with reports of event at Cova Club, Paris

Nigerian superstar Wizkid has reignited talk of a new album after posting a cryptic one-word message on X over the weekend, as reports emerged of a listening party scheduled for Thursday, June 25, in Paris. The award-winning artiste, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, made the announcement on his verified X account, writing simply: “Album,” without giving further details about title or release date. The development has generated excitement among fans in Lagos and across Nigeria who have been anticipating a follow-up to his last studio album.

Shortly after Wizkid’s post, industry sources began circulating information about a pre-release album listening party set to take place at Cova Club in Paris. According to those familiar with the arrangements, the event is being organised in partnership with Deeds Magazine and will feature performances by DJs Yosa and Gingerboy, hosted by Sina and Rae Grey93. Although neither Wizkid nor his management have officially confirmed the Paris party as at press time, social media activity—including Wizkid’s recent Instagram stories from studios near the Eiffel Tower—has fuelled speculation that part of the new project was recorded in France.

The move mirrors Wizkid’s pattern of minimalistic album rollouts. In 2024, his sixth studio LP ‘Morayo’ was announced with a single tweet on his late mother’s birthday before tracklists and dates were released in subsequent months. Similarly, his collaborative EP with Asake titled ‘Real Vol. 1’ was unveiled during an Apple Music interview without prior notice. Music analysts say this approach keeps fans guessing and builds anticipation ahead of official releases.

Speaking on the current speculation, music commentator Dotun Akande noted that “Wizkid has mastered how to control conversation around his projects by dropping subtle hints and letting fans do the rest.” As at Monday evening, neither Wizkid’s label nor organisers of the reported Paris party had issued an official statement. The singer’s last album ‘Morayo’, released in late 2024 and dedicated to his late mother Jane Dolapo Balogun, was widely praised for its introspective themes but also drew calls from critics for more creative risk-taking.

If confirmed, this would mark Wizkid’s first major solo release since ‘Morayo’. For now, fans are left waiting for further information from the singer or his team regarding title, tracklist or official release date. Industry watchers believe any announcement could come immediately after Thursday’s rumoured event in Paris.

Source: https://www.pulse.ng/story/wizkid-new-album-teaser-paris-party-2026062214142474874