IShowSpeed has officially touched down in Nigeria as part of his viral “Speed Does Africa” tour, after electrifying stops in Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, and Botswana. From live streaming at Freedom Park to soaking in creativity at the Nike Art Gallery, Speed didn’t just visit Nigeria — he plugged into it. He tasted Nigerian jollof rice, learned legwork dance moves, and drew massive crowds wherever he went, with tight security struggling to contain the energy of excited fans.
The moment turned historic when Speed celebrated his 21st birthday in Nigeria, becoming the first Black creator to hit 50 million YouTube subscribers. The milestone wasn’t just personal — it symbolized how global digital culture is increasingly being shaped by African audiences, voices, and streets that turn creators into legends in real time.
Across his 28-day journey through nearly 20 African countries, Speed has spotlighted culture, food, and everyday life — raw and unfiltered. In Nigeria alone, he linked up with stars like Jarvis, Tiwa Savage and her son, Shank, Egungun, Zlatan, and even jumped on a FaceTime call with Davido. As Africa continues to dominate global conversations online, one question remains — is this the moment the continent fully claims its place at the center of internet culture?
Visit jocomms.com for more news.
