Nigerian superstar Davido set the stage alight on Saturday night, thrilling thousands of fans at the official kick-off concert for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.
The high-profile celebration took place at the Olm Souissi Fan Zone in Rabat, serving as the ultimate pre-tournament party just hours before the continent’s biggest football competition officially began.
A High-Energy Performance
Introduced by his long-time hypeman Special Spesh, the 33-year-old singer—born David Adeleke—stormed onto the stage to a thunderous ovation from a crowd already buzzing with football fever.
Davido delivered a masterclass in stagecraft, seamlessly blending his timeless classics with his current chart-dominating hits. The setlist included:
- Global Anthems: Fall and If.
- Fan Favorites: Aye.
- Recent Hits: Unavailable, With You, and Awuke.
The audience remained on their feet throughout the performance, singing along word-for-word as the “Timeless” star maintained an infectious energy that defined the night.
Celebrating African Diversity
The concert was a vibrant showcase of the continent’s musical richness, featuring a diverse lineup of international and local stars. In addition to Davido, the stage saw performances from:
- French Montana: The Moroccan-American rap icon.
- Says’Z: The Comorian singer.
- Douaa Lahyaoui & Lartiste: Representing the best of Moroccan contemporary music.
The event successfully united the worlds of football and music, setting a celebratory tone for the tournament. As the 2025 AFCON gets underway, Davido’s performance stands as a powerful reminder of the global influence of Afrobeats and the unifying power of African culture.
Source: Africa Publicity
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