The 20th anniversary of Africa's premier gospel music concert, The Experience, concluded with a massive turnout and powerful ministrations at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos on Friday, December 5, 2025.
A Night of Worship and Celebration
Videos and reports from the all-night concert, themed "Jesus United," have flooded social media platforms, particularly X (formerly Twitter), showcasing the electrifying atmosphere. The event, which welcomed attendees both physically and through virtual platforms, lived up to its reputation as a global gathering for gospel music lovers.
This landmark edition was particularly notable for the debut performance of popular gospel singer Gaise Baba. The "No Turning Back" crooner joined an illustrious lineup of Nigerian gospel heavyweights that included Frank Edwards, Sinach, Mercy Chinwo, Dunsin Oyekan, Moses Bliss, Yinka Alaseyori, and Bidemi Olaoba.
International Flavours and Fan Reactions
The Nigerian artists were joined by international gospel acts such as Travis Greene and Chandler Moore, adding a global dimension to the worship experience. The diverse performances sparked lively conversations online, with netizens sharing their thoughts on the event tagged #TE20 and #TheExperience20.
Many fans expressed joy at seeing Solomon Lange ministering, with one user, haykyns, commenting: "Good to see Solomon Lange finally ministering at #TheExperience20. Been listening to him since 2005... Well deserved." Others highlighted the profound impact of Hausa-language worship, with TOLUccI noting: "There's just something so pure about Hausa worship... You can literally feel the devotion."
Some attendees also used the platform to call for the inclusion of other beloved artists in future editions, showing the deep engagement of the audience with the concert's curation.
Continuing a Legacy of Gospel Excellence
The Experience has consistently served as a launchpad and celebration platform for gospel music in Nigeria and beyond. The 2025 event follows the precedent set in previous years, such as the 2024 edition which featured the debut of Ebuka Songs, then an ex-signee of Moses Bliss, who thrilled the crowd with his hit "I Am a Soldier."
The concert's ability to consistently draw a massive crowd to the heart of Lagos underscores its enduring significance in the Nigerian cultural and spiritual calendar. As the clips continue to circulate online, they offer a glimpse into a night dedicated to music, faith, and communal celebration, marking two decades of The Experience's impact.
