The wait is officially over as Fido drops his highly anticipated debut EP, Olayemi, marking a pivotal moment in his music career. What started as whispers in the industry about a promising young talent has now crystallized into a complete artistic statement that positions Fido among Afrobeats’ most exciting new voices.
The debut extended play project features a guest appearance from Kizz Daniel, immediately signaling Fido’s serious intentions and industry credibility. The project, distributed by EMPIRE, is already creating waves within the industry, bringing international distribution muscle to what promises to be one of 2025’s breakthrough Nigerian releases.
The EP’s title, Olayemi, carries deep personal significance. Fido’s real name is Awosika Olayemi Josiah, making this debut project an intimate self-portrait wrapped in Afrobeats rhythms. It’s a bold choice that reflects an artist comfortable with vulnerability and authenticity, qualities that have become increasingly rare in an industry often focused on manufactured personas.
This personal approach permeates the entire project. Rather than chasing trends or attempting to replicate other artists’ formulas, Fido has made something that feels genuinely his own. The EP represents not just musical growth, but the maturation of an artist ready to share his complete vision with the world. The release comes after Fido turned heads with his infectious hit single, Joy Is Coming, which gained another wave of buzz recently.
What makes this particularly significant is the timing. As Afrobeats continues its global expansion, emerging artists face increasing pressure to deliver complete, cohesive projects rather than just viral singles. Olayemi meets this challenge head-on, presenting Fido as an artist with both hit-making ability and album-making vision.
With Olayemi, Fido has delivered exactly what the Afrobeats scene needed, a fresh voice with something genuine to say, backed by the skills and industry support necessary to be heard.
