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Nigeria has hosted several memorable entertainment events and concerts, especially in the music industry where Nigerian artists have been gaining global recognition. Here are some notable events:
1. Felabration : An annual music festival conceived in 1998 in memory and celebration of Fela Kuti, a Nigerian musician and human rights activist known for pioneering the Afrobeat genre. The festival draws visitors and artists from all over the world.
2. The Headies : Often referred to as the Nigerian Grammys, The Headies is a music awards show that honors outstanding achievement in the Nigerian music industry.
3. Experience Lagos : Billed as the largest gospel concert in Africa, Experience Lagos is an interdenominational gospel concert that features some of the most recognized gospel artists from around the world.
4. Carniriv : This is one of the most prominent carnivals in Nigeria, held annually in Port Harcourt with a rich display of culture, music, dance, and beautiful costumes.
5. Calabar Carnival : Also known as Africa's Biggest Street Party, it's an annual cultural festival that takes place in Calabar, usually in December. The event is famous for its vibrant music, dance, and elaborate costumes.
6. Lagos Jazz Series : A festival of concerts in high profile venues across Lagos. It is a major event for jazz and music lovers in general.
7. Afrima (All Africa Music Awards) : This event, held in Lagos, recognizes and rewards musical works, talents, and creativity around the African continent while promoting the African cultural heritage.
8. Wizkid's Starboy Fest : Wizkid, one of Nigeria's biggest music stars, hosted the Starboy Fest, with sold-out performances in London's O2 Arena in 2019 and other locations.
Which other popular Nigeria concert or events do you know, comment, lets talk
1. Felabration : An annual music festival conceived in 1998 in memory and celebration of Fela Kuti, a Nigerian musician and human rights activist known for pioneering the Afrobeat genre. The festival draws visitors and artists from all over the world.
2. The Headies : Often referred to as the Nigerian Grammys, The Headies is a music awards show that honors outstanding achievement in the Nigerian music industry.
3. Experience Lagos : Billed as the largest gospel concert in Africa, Experience Lagos is an interdenominational gospel concert that features some of the most recognized gospel artists from around the world.
4. Carniriv : This is one of the most prominent carnivals in Nigeria, held annually in Port Harcourt with a rich display of culture, music, dance, and beautiful costumes.
5. Calabar Carnival : Also known as Africa's Biggest Street Party, it's an annual cultural festival that takes place in Calabar, usually in December. The event is famous for its vibrant music, dance, and elaborate costumes.
6. Lagos Jazz Series : A festival of concerts in high profile venues across Lagos. It is a major event for jazz and music lovers in general.
7. Afrima (All Africa Music Awards) : This event, held in Lagos, recognizes and rewards musical works, talents, and creativity around the African continent while promoting the African cultural heritage.
8. Wizkid's Starboy Fest : Wizkid, one of Nigeria's biggest music stars, hosted the Starboy Fest, with sold-out performances in London's O2 Arena in 2019 and other locations.
Which other popular Nigeria concert or events do you know, comment, lets talk
