Nigeria, Jan. 20 -- One name generating buzz lately is Fido. With his viral anthem 'Joy is Coming,' Fido isn't just making music; he's giving people hope and serving resilience on a beat.

But who is Fido? How did the 27-year-old singer transform into one of Nigeria's most talked-about music stars in less than a year?

Fido, 27, was born in Matogun, Ogun State, and grew up with his single mother. He started in his local church choir, where he developed both vocal skills and a deep passion for music. Fido dreamed big despite his small-town upbringing.

Inspired by Nigerian music icons like Olamide and Kizz Daniel and Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, he pursued music with determination. In 2019, he joined the Pefti Film Institute, gain...