Written by 26ix Media.
Lil Suskid, born Onisuru Success Ijesuosivwime, is an emerging independent Nigerian rapper gradually establishing his presence in the country's underground hip-hop and drill scene. Born and raised in Warri, Delta State, the young rapper has developed a musical identity heavily influenced by drill music, street-inspired storytelling and the raw energy of underground hip-hop.
While Nigeria's music industry continues to enjoy the commercial success of Afrobeats, Lil Suskid has chosen to concentrate much of his creative energy on a different sound. His preference for drill and harder-edged hip-hop gives his music a distinctive direction, reflecting an interest in the culture and storytelling associated with the genre.
- Musical Origins & Early Tracks (2024–2025)
Lil Suskid's musical journey began gaining attention around 2024, when he started experimenting with his sound and developing his lyrical abilities through mobile-centric music platforms such as Rap Fame.
During this early period, he participated in community-based musical projects, exploring different flows and approaches to songwriting. Tracks such as "Voices in My Head" and "Cartel Squad" formed part of his early catalogue, helping him gain experience and establish his initial presence within the independent rap community.
By mid-2025, he began taking steps towards formalising his music career and expanding his reach beyond community-based platforms. On August 15, 2025, he released his official debut streaming single, "Crib Bitches," on Audiomack, marking an important step in his transition towards a more established digital music presence.
- Breakthrough & The Warri Drill Scene (2026)
By August 2026, Lil Suskid had become more active with his musical releases, putting out several solo records and steadily expanding his discography.
Among his releases during this period were "The Streets Watching," released on August 12, 2026, "No Validation," released on August 13, 2026, and "Yo Homies." These releases reflected his growing interest in street-oriented rap and his continued development as an independent artist.
One of the most significant moments in his musical journey came on August 19, 2026, when he teamed up with fellow Warri rapper Lil Kobiz for a drill collaboration titled "Evil Twins."
The release marked an important milestone for both artists, bringing their musical chemistry together in a joint project. The track also gained distribution across major digital music platforms, including Amazon Music and Anghami, expanding its availability beyond their immediate underground audience.
- 4Tf: Building Something Beyond Music
Lil Suskid is not simply an artist associated with an underground rap circle; he is also recognised as a co-founder of 4Tf, an identity understood to mean "4ever Two Faced."
Alongside Lil Kobiz, he forms part of the creative foundation behind the collective, which maintains a relatively private presence despite its association with the emerging Nigerian drill scene.
The two rappers share an interest in drill music and street-inspired hip-hop, although their individual approaches and artistic personalities contribute to their own identities. Their collaboration on "Evil Twins" offered listeners an example of what they could achieve together musically.
Within their relationship, Lil Suskid is generally regarded as something of a younger brother to Lil Kobiz. Their association goes beyond a conventional musical partnership, with Kobiz often regarded as the more senior figure in their artistic circle. This dynamic has also helped shape the public perception of their connection, particularly through their involvement in 4Tf.
- Von Lives On: A Tribute Yet to Be Released
Their musical partnership has not ended with "Evil Twins." Lil Suskid has also teased an unreleased collaboration with Lil Kobiz titled "Von Lives On."
The title immediately draws attention to the influence of the late Chicago drill rapper King Von, whose storytelling, musical identity and contribution to drill culture have inspired artists across different parts of the world.
Although the track has yet to receive an official release, its title and the involvement of both rappers have generated interest surrounding what could become another significant collaboration between the two.
Given their shared association with drill music and the influence of King Von on the creative direction surrounding 4Tf, "Von Lives On" appears to carry a particular significance within their musical journey. For now, listeners will have to wait for its official release to discover what the duo have prepared.
- The Road Ahead
Despite being an emerging independent artist, Lil Suskid has already taken several steps towards establishing his identity within Nigeria's underground hip-hop scene. From his early experiments on Rap Fame to his Audiomack releases and eventual collaboration with Lil Kobiz, his journey reflects the gradual development of an artist finding his place in a competitive musical environment.
His involvement in 4Tf also gives him an opportunity to contribute to something beyond his individual discography, helping build a collective identity centred around their shared interest in drill and underground rap.
With "Evil Twins" already released and "Von Lives On" still awaiting its official debut, Lil Suskid's musical partnership with Lil Kobiz remains an interesting part of his developing career.
Still relatively early in his journey, the Warri-born rapper has plenty of room to grow, experiment and establish himself independently. Whether through his solo releases or his continued work with 4Tf, Lil Suskid is another emerging name contributing to the evolving underground drill culture in Nigeria.
For now, his journey is one of development, collaboration and ambition, with the next chapter of his musical story still waiting to unfold.