Wizkid, Burna Boy and some other Nigerian A-list artistes, on Wednesday at the iconic Tafawa Balewa Square, left their fans in awe as they gave mind-blowing performances during the Greater Lagos Countdown to usher in the New Year.
The event, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture was an unforgettable night of music, excitement, and celebration.
The annual end-of-year celebration brought together people from all walks of life, united by their love for music and desire to celebrate the start of a new year.
The show featured star-studded lineups like Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, Niniola, Olamide, Adewale Ayuba, Runtown, Bnxn, Nice, Seyi Vibez and several others.
Wizkid, known for his captivating stage presence, got the audience singing along to his hit tracks, while Burna Boy brought his signature energy and passion to his performance.
Tiwa Savage, the Queen of Afrobeats, delivered a sultry and energetic set, showcasing her impressive vocal range and captivating stage presence.
Niniola, the soulful songstress, delivered a heartfelt and emotive performance, showcasing her powerful vocals.
Fuji Maestro Adewale Ayuba took his fans to a heightened level of excitement as he performed his old musicals like “Ejo”, “Ijo Fuji”, and others.
Nice also brought back the “Alapomeji” vibes back on stage with ‘steeze’.
Another highlight was the moment the host of the show, renowned comedian Gbenga Adeyinka, taught Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu the popular ‘Oblee’ moves.
Earlier, Mr Sanwo-Olu appreciated Lagos residents for demonstrating resilience throughout 2024.
Mr Sanwo-Olu said: “It is indeed another honour to be here at the Tafawa Balewa Square for the countdown 2024 to 2025. Last year, we were all together, and this year, even bigger, better and brighter.
“We are all together at the Tafawa Balewa Square for the countdown to the year 2025. I want to say that, indeed, this outgoing year was a year of tremendous opportunities for the young.
“It is a year that you have shown true resilience that makes you true Lagosians. If we are together we can succed together.
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“So, for your resilience and productivity, I want to say thank you for staying with our government throughout the year 2024, and we wish all of us as we go into 2025 that the very best will happen to each and every one of us.
“2025 will be a better year for you, for you and for you. To my people in Ajeromi, Ajegunle, Victoria Island, Ajah, Ibeji-Lekki, Ojokoro, Oworonshoki, we will see you bigger and better in 2025.”
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Greater Lagos Countdown 2025 was held simultaneously in the state’s five divisions.
(NAN)
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