The ancient city of Ibadan is set to come alive this weekend as over 20,000 fans are expected to throng the much-anticipated Davido 5ive Concert in Ibadan. This mega music fiesta promises to be the biggest show the city has seen in years.
Organised as part of the superstar’s ongoing tour, the event will see Afrobeats global icon Davido take to the stage in grand style, performing his catalogue of hits, from ‘Dami Duro’ to ‘Unavailable’, ‘Feel’, and ‘Timeless’.
But the O.B.O. magic won’t shine alone. In the true spirit of giving back and spotlighting local creativity, Davido will share the stage with some of Ibadan’s most vibrant rising stars, Keanzo, Fabulous Pizzy, Dele Omo Woli, and Sade Blaq—who are already stirring excitement on social media with teasers and behind-the-scenes rehearsals.
The concert, expected to draw music lovers from Oyo, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Ondo, and Lagos States, is being touted as a “total entertainment experience” combining live performances, hype, and dance in a night of glitz, lights, and unstoppable rhythm.
Ibadan’s nightlife and hospitality scene are already gearing up for the influx of fans, influencers, and entertainment lovers trooping into town. Hotels around Ring Road, Bodija, Jericho and other highbrow areas in Ibadan are reporting brisk bookings, while city vendors are preparing for the weekend rush.
As a fan put it on X “It’s not just a concert; it’s history in the making. Davido in Ibadan? You don’t miss that!”
With Davido’s unmatched stage energy and the city’s passionate fan base, fans can expect more fun and engaging activities.
The Chairman of the of the Organising Committee for Davido’s 5ive Concert in Oyo State, Mr Tony Awobode, popularly known as Don Tee, has reaffirmed the committee’s dedication to promoting homegrown talents and projecting them onto the global entertainment scene.
He also affirmed the Oyo State Government’s commitment to further boost the entertainment industry in Oyo State through exposure to future world-class events and engagements.
