In a post shared by @AfroNation on X, the organizers confirmed that Nigerian heavyweights Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake will lead the lineup for the 2026 edition in Portugal. The announcement, which went viral in the last few hours, bills the event as a “Legacy meets Debut” experience, blending veteran Afrobeats icons with the genre’s newest global forces.
The three-day festival is scheduled to take place at the iconic Praia da Rocha Beach from July 3 to July 5. Burna Boy is slated to open the festivities on Friday, sharing the stage with South African sensation Tyla, while Asake takes over Saturday, and Wizkid closes the show on Sunday night.
The lineup reflects the continued global dominance of the “Big Three” and the meteoric rise of “Mr. Money” (Asake). Other notable Nigerian acts confirmed for the festival include Olamide, Wande Coal, and Young Jonn, emphasizing the sheer depth of the current Afrobeats export market.
Fans have already begun trending the festival on TikTok, with many debating the performance order and anticipating potential on-stage collaborations. Early access tickets are reportedly moving at record speeds as the “Afro Nation” brand continues to be the premier summer destination for the African diaspora.
* Voice of Nigeria: “The 2026 edition promises a powerful lineup that blends established legacies with exciting new voices on the global music scene.”
* Punch Newspapers: “PHASE 3 IS HERE… This is the sound of a summer taking shape, featuring leading Afrobeats, R&B, and Amapiano stars.”
Echotitbits Take
Afro Nation remains the gold standard for showcasing Afrobeats on the world stage. Including Asake as a primary headliner alongside veterans like Wizkid and Burna Boy proves his transition from a local star to a global festival “A-lister.” It’s a testament to the genre’s staying power and its ability to constantly mint new legends.
Source: Punch Newspapers — https://punchng.com/wizkid-burna-boy-asake-headline-afro-nation-2026-in-portugal/ February 20, 2026
Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers
