The highly anticipated documentary ‘Long Live Lagos’, chronicling the life and career of Grammy-winning Nigerian artiste, Wizkid, will premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival.
The festival, scheduled to run from June 4 to June 15, will feature a diverse selection of films, including documentaries, talks, music, and art.
The Tribeca festival is an annual film festival in New York City showcasing a diverse selection of film, episodic, talks, music, games, art, and immersive programming.
In an Instagram post on Wednesday, the festival organisers announced that ‘Long Live Lagos’ will be one of the featured documentaries at this year’s edition.
‘Long Live Lagos’ will take viewers on a journey through Wizkid’s remarkable career, from his humble beginnings in Lagos to his rise as a global music icon.
The film will highlight his influence on both the African and international music scenes, featuring insights into his creative process, career milestones, and cultural impact.
Born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, Wizkid has released several successful albums, including ‘Superstar’ (2011), ‘Ayo’ (2014), ‘Sound from the Other Side’ (2017), and ‘More Love, Less Ego’ (2022).
His latest album, ‘Morayo’, was released on November 22, 2024, as a tribute to his late mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.
The Tribeca Film Festival has a reputation for showcasing innovative and diverse storytelling. Nigerian actress Stephanie Linus previously served on the festival’s jury in 2023, highlighting the festival’s commitment to global talent.
The 2025 festival promises to be an exciting celebration of film and music, with live conversations and special performances adding an interactive element to the screenings.
