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Rema becomes first African to perform at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.
Nigerian superstar Divine Ikubor, known professionally as Rema, has created history with a groundbreaking performance at the 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony. This year, the talented artist, known for his chart-topping single ‘Calm Down,’ achieved remarkable international success, dominating charts in numerous countries and setting records.
In a remarkable milestone, Rema made history as the first African artist to take the stage at the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony. This annual event, organized by the French Football Federation, celebrates the world’s best football players.
During the event held in Paris, Rema captivated the audience, which included renowned football stars from across the globe, with his sensational rendition of ‘Calm Down.’
Rema expressed his immense gratitude and pride on his social media accounts, acknowledging the honor of bringing Afrobeats to a global platform and attributing his success to divine grace.
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With his outstanding performance at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, Rema joins the ranks of Nigerian artists Davido and Burna Boy, who have previously graced some of football’s grandest stages.
Davido’s historic performance took place at the 2022 FIFA World Cup final in Qatar, marking him as the first Nigerian artist to perform at a World Cup.
Meanwhile, Burna Boy’s achievement came at the 2023 Champions League final in Istanbul, where he became the first African artist to achieve this remarkable feat.