Eldee The Don Teases Musical Comeback After 14 Years

Eldee The Don, a prominent figure in Nigerian music, is preparing for a comeback after a 14-year hiatus since his last album. Known for his unique blend of American hip hop and Afrobeats, Eldee, born Lanre Dabiri on May 23, 1977, in Kaduna State, previewed a new song on his Instagram on July 22, 2026.

This song is expected to be part of his upcoming EP, which he announced in May 2026. In his Instagram post, he engaged fans by asking for their feedback on the song's inclusion in the project, receiving positive responses from eager listeners.

Eldee's influence in the Nigerian music scene began in the late 1990s when he founded the Trybesmen group and later established Trybes Record, nurturing talents like Sasha P and Dr Sid. He has a rich catalog of hits across five albums, and in addition to music, he is involved in various entrepreneurial ventures in real estate and tech from his base in the United States, where he has lived for over two decades.