Detty December: Wizkid, Davido, Asake, Brandy, others set for Lagos concerts

Lagos is gearing up for a festive season filled with music and entertainment as various Nigerian and international artists are set to grace the city with their performances in December. The Detty December celebrations are expected to draw a crowd of music enthusiasts, including those returning from abroad.

From December 6 to 19, singer Shoday will take the stage at the Shoday Experience at Balmoral Convention Centre. Later, on December 17-19, Afrobeats star Davido will headline ORIADÉ: The Residency at the National Theatre, providing fans with a chance to experience his musical journey over three nights.

Wizkid will kick off the Detty December Fest on December 18 at the Detty December Village, where 13 days of music, culture, and entertainment will be spread across two stages. On the same day, rapper Olamide will bring together YBNL Nation artists for a reunion concert at Oasis Ground, Coastal Road, Victoria Island.

Afrobeats singer Asake will headline his M$NEY concert on December 20 at Oasis Ground, contributing to the attractions of Future Fest 2026. Singer Oxlade will perform at ICONIQ FEST on December 21, while Blaqbonez is scheduled to take the stage at Elite Fest on the same day.

Ruger will headline the December 22 edition of ICONIQ FEST with his BlownBoy experience, while singer Moses Bliss supports a lawyer's Christmas charity with N50m. Flytime Promotions will host Flytime Fest from December 22-24 at the Eko Convention Centre, featuring American rappers Latto, Sexyy Red, and A Boogie wit da Hoodie.

On December 23, veteran Nigerian musician Lagbaja will perform at Amore Gardens, and former P-Square singer Mr P will headline ICONIQ FEST's December 23 edition with his OG Thank You Concert. DJ Tunez will host a Christmas Eve performance on December 24 as part of the Detty December celebrations.

Additionally, Future Fest, a 10-day festival, will run from December 11-20, featuring music, fashion, film, art, food, and technology experiences. Coca-Cola Rhythm Unplugged will host American rapper Lil Baby, R&B singer Kehlani, and rapper Yung Miami on December 21, while Adekunle Gold will return for his second edition of The Greatest Showman on December 26.