AG Baby, fondly known as Adekunle Gold, is gearing up for what could become one of the most defining live moments of his career: a grand homecoming concert that fuses pop, tradition, and classical music on an unprecedented scale.
The Afrobeats star has announced a landmark performance scheduled for December 26 at the iconic National Theatre, Lagos.
The revelation was made via his official social media page on December 14, immediately sparking excitement among fans and industry watchers alike.
Unlike a typical concert, the show is designed as a sweeping musical journey through his entire career, spanning all six of his studio albums.
“Experience FUJI and all 6 albums that shaped my journey” is a powerful statement for an artist who has spent the last decade evolving his sound and global persona.
At the heart of the performance is an ambitious collaboration that sets this show apart. Adekunle Gold will be backed by a full 55-piece MUSON Orchestra alongside his longtime live band,
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The 79th Element, a rare and bold symphonic pairing that places the concert among the most ambitious in Nigerian pop history.
For AG Baby, the National Theatre setting carries deep symbolic weight. It represents a full-circle moment for an artist raised on the indigenous rhythms and cultural textures of Lagos, now returning home with a refined, high-concept performance that honours both his roots and his artistic growth.
The concert is expected to unfold as a dramatic retelling of his decade-long discography. Fans can look forward to orchestral reimaginings of some of his most beloved records, from early classics like Orente to later hits such as Coco Money. With Fuji influences,
With Afrobeats percussion and classical arrangements woven together, the show promises a rich blend of tradition and modernity.
With the combined force of the 79th Element and the MUSON Orchestra, the night is shaping up to be an immersive, culture-forward experience, one that reinforces Adekunle Gold’s standing as a global star who remains firmly grounded in his Nigerian identity.