Talented singer and performer, FOLA, has confirmed the official release date of his first lead song of the year 2026 in an announcement.
Rising Afrobeats star Fola has officially entered the rollout phase for his next era, confirming that his highly anticipated second studio album is "100% complete." The announcement was paired with the news that a brand-new single will drop this Friday, March 20, 2026.
The singer shared the update directly with fans via social media, simply stating, "Oh, by the way… new album ready." The news comes at a high point for the Dangbana Republik signee; his debut album, Catharsis, has been a mainstay on the charts since its release in late 2025, recently tying major Spotify Nigeria records for its longevity at the top.
Fola’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric over the last 15 months. Since the success of his breakout single "Alone" and the subsequent hit "Lost" featuring Kizz Daniel, he has transitioned from a "one to watch" into a dominant force in the Nigerian pop-soul scene.
- Chart Dominance: His debut project Catharsis spent weeks at No. 1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100 Albums chart.
- Consistency: Earlier this year, his collaboration with Shoday, "Paparazzi," became the first new No. 1 song of 2026 in Nigeria.
- Artistic Growth: Known for his "Fuji-tinged" vocals and soulful storytelling, Fola has spent the early part of this year honing a more expansive sound that blends R&B with Amapiano and Street-Pop.
While the title and tracklist for the sophomore album remain under wraps, the upcoming Friday release is expected to set the sonic tone for the project. Fans are eager to see if Fola will continue his streak of heavy-hitting collaborations having already worked with the likes of Victony, Bella Shmurda, and BNXN or if this new body of work will lean more into the "standalone power" critics praised on his debut.
The announcement has sent ripples through the fanbase, who have been calling for a follow-up since his debut headline performance in December 2025. With the album officially done, a full release date is expected to follow shortly after this Friday's single launch.
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