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Davido laments lack of world-class arenas in Nigeria
Renowned musician Davido has voiced his frustrations over the lack of world-class arenas in Nigeria, stressing the importance of investing in local infrastructure to foster African excellence.
Speaking at the Elevate Africa leadership event, he recounted his experience booking Madison Square Garden in the USA. Initially, the venue’s management was hesitant due to concerns about hosting a large African audience.
“Years later, I received praise for filling the venue, helping shift perceptions about African events,” Davido shared, underscoring the impact of the event on changing global views.
Davido also expressed his desire for Nigeria to build modern arenas, noting his exhaustion with constantly relying on the Eko Hotel for major local events. “Nigerian states need proper arenas to showcase our talent and culture, reducing the dependency on Western approval,” he emphasized.
His passionate remarks have since sparked discussions on Africa’s potential, infrastructure growth, and the importance of self-sufficiency in the creative and entertainment industries.
Watch him speak below:
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In addition, the DMW boss officially announced the release date for “Awuke” on his social media platforms, confirming it will drop on Thursday, October 31, 2024.