Ajegunle Carnival

Name: Ajegunle Carnival
Start: 2026-08-09
End: 2026-08-09
Location: Lagos

The Ajegunle Carnival was a celebration concert honoring veteran Nigerian entertainer Daddy Showkey. Held at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria, on August 9, 2026, the event featured live music performances, a traditional Ajegunle music troupe, and a star-studded red carpet with celebrities and public figures.

Date: Aug 9, 2026
Location: Lagos

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Highlights

Celebration concert for veteran entertainer Daddy Showkey
Live music performances by artists like Teni, Korede Bello, and Sunny Neji
Traditional Ajegunle music troupe
Star-studded red carpet with celebrities and public figures

The Ajegunle Carnival, described as a vibrant celebration, was a concert dedicated to veteran Nigerian musician Daddy Showkey. This event took place on a Sunday evening, August 9, 2026, at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria, transforming the luxury venue into an atmosphere reminiscent of Ajegunle, the community that shaped much of Showkey’s musical identity.

The night was filled with nostalgia, featuring performances by various artists including Teni, Korede Bello, Sunny Neji, the Danfo Drivers, and Tony Tetuila, who delivered popular songs from the 1990s and early 2000s. An Ajegunle music troupe entertained guests with traditional tunes, reinforcing the community spirit. Celebrities, actors, musicians, business leaders, and government personalities graced the red carpet and the event, showcasing their support for Daddy Showkey and his five-decade career.

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Location described by the source: Eko Hotels and Suites; persecondnews.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Lagos

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