The Afrobeat dynasty continues as Boluwatife Ayodeji Balogun, son of global superstar Wizkid, steps confidently into the spotlight with his debut project, Champion’s Arrival.
The 14-year-old, who goes by the stage name Tife Balogun, announced the release on Tuesday through a self-assured Instagram video, declaring:
“The Champion has arrived. My debut EP ‘Champion’s Arrival’ is out now on all platforms.”
The post immediately went viral, earning tens of thousands of reactions from fans and industry watchers eager to witness the next chapter of Wizkid’s musical legacy.
Tife had hinted at his arrival weeks earlier with a viral teaser shared on October 28, where he boldly stated, “Shoutout to the OGs in the game, but it’s time to pass on the baton,” and “I’ve got zero competition.”
The clip sparked widespread discussion online, positioning the young artist as one ready to forge his own identity rather than simply follow in his father’s footsteps.
The five-track EP, now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, and Audiomack, includes songs such as “Champion Montana,” “Grind,” “Superstar,” “Champion Sound,” and the title track “Champion.”
The project blends vibrant Afrobeat rhythms with youthful energy and lyrical confidence, a reflection of a new generation raised in the digital era of global music.
Tife’s mother, Shola Ogudu, was among the first to celebrate the release, proudly writing on Instagram:
“Super proud of you SON!!!! We give God all the glory.”
She also promoted the EP across her social media pages, rallying support for her son’s first major milestone.
Although Wizkid has yet to publicly react, Champion’s Arrival has already drawn significant attention, with many fans describing it as the symbolic birth of a new heir to Afrobeat’s evolving throne.