American online sensation Darren Jason Watkins Jr., widely known as IShowSpeed, has officially arrived in Nigeria as part of his widely publicized “Speed Does Africa” livestream tour.
The internet personality, who boasts 50 million YouTube subscribers, launched the 28-day, 20-country African tour in Angola on December 29, 2025.
The tour aims to highlight local cultures, entertainment, and travel experiences, with IShowSpeed producing lively, real-time content from each destination.
Throughout his journey, IShowSpeed has created memorable moments, engaging with locals, exploring new activities, and generating viral livestreams that attracted massive online audiences.
Previous stops have included Eswatini, where he received a warm reception from members of the royal family, and Kenya, where his luxury travel experiences and live content drew widespread attention.
His arrival in Nigeria has been met with excitement from fans, many of whom are tuning into his streams and celebrating his visit, coinciding with his birthday today.

