History-making British-Nigerian rapper, producer, and songwriter Dave, widely known as Santan Dave, is set to headline his first-ever concert dates in Nigeria this autumn. The critically acclaimed artist will take the stage on October 16 and 17 for two landmark performances in Lagos, serving as the grand finale of his global The Boy Who Played the Harp tour. The highly anticipated shows are presented by global entertainment giants Live Nation in partnership with MASSIVE.
The choice of venue carries immense cultural weight, with the performances locked in for the newly reopened and newly renamed Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts—the historic landmark formerly and commonly known as the National Theatre. The announcement coincides with a renewed spotlight on the architectural icon, which stands as a historic symbol of Nigeria’s artistic heritage and a marker of the city’s rapidly evolving live entertainment landscape.
A cultural homecoming for the record-breaking artist
For the 27-year-old artist whose parents are Nigerian, the upcoming Lagos dates represent a deeply significant personal and cultural homecoming. Dave has firmly established himself as one of the most influential and important voices in contemporary British music. He recently etched his name into music history as the first and only UK rap artist to debut three consecutive studio albums at No. 1 on the official UK Albums Chart.
The Lagos tour finale follows major, expansive legs across Europe and North America, as well as highly sought-after dates in South Africa including a completely sold-out performance at the Grand Arena in Cape Town on October 6. Boasting multiple BRIT Awards, an Ivor Novello Award, and a track record of selling out arenas globally, Dave’s arrival highlights Lagos’ growing prominence as a premier destination for large-scale, world-class cultural experiences.
