Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has confirmed that she is working with Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka on a new song titled “Commando,” bringing together two artists from different corners of Africa’s music scene.
The confirmation follows speculation about the collaboration, with Tiwa acknowledging the project publicly and thanking Baraka for involving her.
The Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress, whose real name is Tiwatope Omolara Savage, took to X to thank the Nana hitmaker for adding her to the upcoming release.
Thank you for having me on this one, Joshua❤️ https://t.co/MITP85xTRR
— Tiwa Savage ⚔️ (@TiwaSavage) October 11, 2026
Baraka had earlier teased the song on the platform, revealing its title as “Commando” and indicating that Tiwa Savage had contributed a verse. He also suggested that the track would be released soon, although no specific release date was provided in the source material.
The announcement has raised anticipation among fans of both musicians, particularly those eager to hear how Tiwa’s established Afrobeats sound will complement Baraka’s musical style.
For Baraka, the collaboration adds another notable West African name to his growing list of cross-border musical connections. The Ugandan singer has previously worked with artists from the region as he continues to build an audience beyond his home market.
Tiwa Savage, meanwhile, is one of Nigeria’s prominent Afrobeats artists, known for her work as a singer and songwriter. Her involvement gives “Commando” a connection between Uganda’s contemporary music scene and Nigeria’s influential music industry.
The collaboration also reflects the growing exchange between African artists who are reaching audiences across national borders through joint releases, digital platforms and international music partnerships.
Although details about the song’s sound, production and release plans remain limited, Baraka’s teaser and Tiwa’s confirmation establish that the project is moving forward.
For now, fans will have to wait for the official release to hear the completed track and discover how the two artists have combined their contributions on “Commando.”