Nigerian singer Fola has apologized after his first headline show faced criticism for safety issues that left some fans hurt.
In a statement, Fola expressed regret over the incident and said his team is working to fix the problems.
“My people, I’m really sorry about how last night went. People were hurt, and that should never happen. I had to stop the show because safety comes before anything else. I hear you on all fronts, and we’re working to make things right,” he said.
Fola’s record label, Dagbana Republik, also issued a statement admitting that the venue exceeded its capacity, creating unsafe conditions.
“The venue capacity was exceeded, resulting in unsafe conditions that should never have happened. Once it became clear that fans were at risk, the performance was stopped immediately. We are working with the organisers to ensure proper measures are taken to address the concerns of those affected. Your safety remains non-negotiable to us!” the statement read.
The apology comes as fans and the public continue to discuss the safety lapses at the event organized by Mainland Blockparty.
