Nigerian music superstar Davido has been officially announced as a headline performer for the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. The event is scheduled to take place in Rabat, Morocco, setting the stage for the prestigious football tournament.
Star-Studded Lineup for Continental Celebration
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed the exciting lineup in a statement released on Thursday. Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, will share the stage with global hip-hop sensation French Montana. They will be joined by Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and the fast-rising act Says'z.
CAF stated that this diverse selection of artists reflects the tournament's core mission of celebrating African culture, music, and its growing influence on the global stage. The concert is strategically designed to merge the worlds of football and entertainment, creating a unified celebratory atmosphere for fans across the continent and beyond.
Concert Details and Tournament Schedule
The high-profile opening concert is set for Saturday, a day before the AFCON 2025 tournament officially begins. This timing is intended to build anticipation and set the perfect tone for a month of intense football competition. The main event will see Africa's top national teams battling for continental glory in Morocco.
Organizers have promised that AFCON 2025 will be more than just a football championship. They envision a full cultural showcase that highlights Africa's rich creativity, dynamic sound, and unique identity, with the opening concert acting as a powerful prelude.
Davido's Global Stage and AFCON's Cultural Fusion
Davido's selection for this major event further cements his status as one of Africa's most influential musical exports, known for his high-energy performances on international platforms. His participation underscores the deepening connection between major African sporting events and the continent's thriving entertainment industry.
This is not Davido's first major sporting ceremony. In 2022, he made history as the first Nigerian artist to perform at a FIFA World Cup ceremony, delivering the official anthem 'Hayya Hayya' at the closing event in Qatar.
French Montana, a Moroccan-American rapper with numerous international hits, is also expected to significantly boost the concert's global appeal, drawing attention from a worldwide audience to the AFCON festivities.
With the announcement, fans in Rabat and millions watching across Africa are already counting down to a spectacular night where the passion for football and the power of music will collide, officially launching what promises to be an unforgettable AFCON 2025 in Morocco.
