Award-winning rapper Olamide, also known as Baddo, is set to headline the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena in London on March 25, 2027. This makes him the sixth Nigerian artist to perform at the iconic venue, following in the footsteps of Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema.
Return to London After Wembley Success
The upcoming concert at the O2 Arena follows Olamide's headline show at the Wembley Arena in November 2025. That performance marked his return to London nine years after he last headlined a show in the city in 2016. The announcement of the Wembley show generated massive excitement, with ticket demand crashing the website minutes after it went live.
At the 12,000-capacity Wembley Arena, Olamide delivered a concert that attracted positive reviews from attendees. The show featured a guest lineup including his YBNL proteges Asake, Young Jonn, Seyi Vibez, Lil Kesh, Pheelz, and other guest stars. The rapper's stagecraft and nostalgic performance left a lasting impression on fans.
Teaser and Announcement
Olamide teased the O2 Arena announcement in a post on his Instagram page, sharing a flyer that announced his return to London. In a new announcement video, the rapper painted the date March 25, 2027 on a wall, publicly showcasing a different side of his artistry through his paintings. The news was also confirmed by HYPETRIBE on X (formerly Twitter) on October 19, 2026.
With this upcoming concert, Olamide will join Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema as Nigerian stars who have headlined the O2 Arena. The venue has become a marker of Afrobeats' global success and the integral role of the Nigerian diaspora.
Significance for Afrobeats and Olamide's Legacy
When Olamide announced his return to London in 2025, Pulse Nigeria Music Desk noted that it signaled his readiness to finally take his well-deserved place on the Afrobeats global stage after helping other stars achieve the same. His O2 Arena concert is a testament to this readiness and a statement of his status in Nigerian pop music history.
The concert is scheduled for March 25, 2027, and will see Olamide attempt to fill the 20,000-capacity venue, building on the delight he offered at Wembley Arena. The event underscores the growing global reach of Nigerian music and the enduring appeal of one of its most influential artists.
