Lagos has officially drawn the curtain on the highly successful Detty December Fest 2025, marking the end of a spectacular month-long celebration dedicated to music, culture, and immersive live experiences. The festival, which has been branded "Africa's Real Summer," solidified its reputation as a major fixture on the continent's entertainment calendar.
A Month of Unforgettable Performances and Cultural Showcases
The event was held at the Ilubirin venue from December 7 to December 29, 2025, transforming the location into a hub of vibrant activity. Organized in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, the festival's programme was built around four major highlight days spread across the month, each designed to offer unique cultural and musical experiences that attracted massive crowds throughout December.
The grand opening on December 7 set a breathtaking tone with a theatrical spectacle featuring aerial ballerinas. That inaugural night was powered by electrifying performances from a lineup of celebrated artists including Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Darey, Fola, Shoday, and Jerry Shaffer.
International and African Stars Light Up the Stage
The festival's climax was defined by high-energy performances that brought together international icons and Africa's finest musical talents. Global hip-hop heavyweights Busta Rhymes and Gunna headlined the event, drawing significant international attention to the Lagos-based festival and underscoring its growing global appeal.
They were joined by a formidable array of African music giants who delivered standout shows. The stellar list included:
- Wizkid
- Tiwa Savage
- Shenseea
- Phyno
- Fave
- Juma Jux
- Qing Madi
- Diamond Platnumz
This fusion of sounds created an unforgettable experience for hundreds of fans who participated in the vibrant celebration.
Positioning Nigeria as a Global Creative Powerhouse
Reflecting on the festival's remarkable success, Deola Art-Alade, the Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Livespot360, highlighted the undeniable enthusiasm of Lagos residents for world-class live music. "This year showed that the appetite for Detty December Fest is real," Alade stated, pointing to the sustained engagement and large turnouts.
The organizers expressed strong confidence that the Detty December Fest is more than just a party; it is a strategic platform that will continue to expand Nigeria's influence and footprint in the global creative and live entertainment space. With its successful 2025 edition, the festival has firmly positioned itself as one of the most anticipated and talked-about end-of-year events on the entire African continent.
