Wizkid’s ‘Long Live Lagos’ Documentary to Premiere at 2025 Tribeca Film Festival​

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Wizkid is set to make his film festival debut with the documentary WIZKID: LONG LIVE LAGOS, premiering at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival this June. The film will chronicle his journey from Lagos to global stardom, highlighting his impact on Afrobeats and international music culture.

The film has been selected for Tribeca’s Spotlight+ category, which features boundary-pushing documentaries accompanied by special live events. This inclusion not only highlights Wizkid’s significance in the music industry but also emphasizes the growing global recognition of Afrobeats as a cultural force.

Directed by an undisclosed filmmaker, the documentary promises exclusive footage, behind-the-scenes content, and insightful interviews with key figures who have been part of Wizkid’s journey. The premiere is anticipated to be a standout moment at this year’s festival, attracting both fans and film enthusiasts eager to delve into the life and legacy of one of Afrobeats’ most influential artists.

Wizkid’s documentary premiere at Tribeca adds to a series of significant achievements for Nigerian cinema in 2025. Earlier this year, Nigeria made its historic debut at the Cannes Film Festival with Akinola Davies Jr.’s My Father’s Shadow, marking the first time a Nigerian film has been included in the festival’s official selection.

Wizkid’s forthcoming documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival not only celebrates his personal journey but also signifies a broader movement of African narratives gaining prominence on the global stage. As the festival approaches, anticipation builds for what promises to be a defining moment in the intersection of music, film, and cultural storytelling.​