The city of Lagos recently played host to a series of electrifying Christmas concerts, dubbed the “Oblee Season”, which drew massive crowds and caused traffic gridlocks across the metropolis.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that
the festive period saw Lagos residents and visitors alike thronging major concert venues.
Overall, the Christmas season in Lagos was a time for celebration, relaxation, and entertainment.
Despite the traffic challenges, residents were determined to make the most of the holiday period and enjoy themselves with families and friends.
Afrobeats sensation, Rema, held his highly anticipated homecoming concert at the Tafawa Balewa Square on Dec. 22.
Rema, known as the “Prince of Afrobeats,” delivered a thrilling performance, featuring hits from his Mavin Records label mates, including Ayra Star, Crayon, and others.
The concert was a huge success, with fans packing the venue to capacity.
Another major concert that made headlines was the ’Rhythm Unplugged’ show, which took fans on a nostalgic journey, with performances by top artistes, including Burna Boy, Qing Madi, and Choc City men.
The concert also featured a special appearance by D’Banj the Koko Master and Shallipoppi the Pluto President.
Flytime Fest also joined the festive fray, celebrating its 20th anniversary with a three-day music extravaganza.
The event featured a star-studded lineup, including Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Wizkid, Davido and Ayra Star.
The festival was a fun-filled event that drew crowds from across the city.
In addition, Olamide made a triumphant return to the concert scene with “Olamide Live in Concert”, at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre.
The musician treated fans to a back-to-back performance of his hit songs, including tracks from his latest album.
The concert also featured special guest appearances by Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Reminisce, and other top artistes.
Meanwhile, some of Nigeria’s top banks also got in on the festive action, hosting concerts that featured A-list performers like Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Davido.
These events were a big treat for customers and music lovers alike, showcasing the best of Nigerian entertainment.
But concerts were not the only attraction during the festive season. Beaches across Lagos were also filled with fun-seekers, who came to enjoy quality time with families and friends.
The beaches provided a perfect setting for picnics, games, and relaxation.
Shopping malls and cinemas were also packed with people looking to get into the holiday spirit.
Latest movies, including “Alakada, Bad and Boujee” by Toyin Aimakhu, “Everbody Loves Jenifa” by Funke Akindele, were a major draw, with many Nigerians eager to catch the newest releases.
Parks and recreational centres were also filled with fun-seekers, who came to enjoy the festive atmosphere and take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. (NAN)
