Elevated experiences celebrating the culture through dance and rhythm
Elevated experiences celebrating the culture through dance and rhythm
The king is coming home, and he’s bringing the whole palace with him. Davido has just dropped major news that’s set to make this year’s Detty December the most unforgettable yet—a three-night residency at Lagos’ legendary National Theatre. From December 17 to 19, 2026, the Afrobeats titan will take over the newly restored cultural landmark for “ORIADÉ: The Residency,” a celebration that’s been nearly a year in the making.
This isn’t just another concert series. For Davido, this residency represents something deeper—a full-circle moment that ties together his 15-year dominance in the game with the first live Nigerian performance of his sixth studio album, Oriadé. The 5x Grammy-nominated superstar made the announcement on social media with his signature energy, declaring: “LAGOS!!! We bringing it HOME! 15 years of madness and there’s nowhere I’d rather be.” His message was clear: this is about more than just performing; it’s about demonstrating what’s possible when world-class talent invests in building infrastructure and experiences on home soil.
The choice of venue couldn’t be more perfect or symbolic. The National Theatre in Iganmu stands as one of Africa’s most iconic arts and culture monuments, and hosting a multi-night residency here marks a watershed moment for Afrobeats. This is one of the first major concert residencies of its kind by a leading Afrobeats artist in Nigeria, setting a new standard for how top-tier talent can create elevated live experiences domestically. Over three nights, fans can expect career-spanning performances featuring tracks from Oriadé, classic hits that defined an era, and special appearances from collaborators who helped shape Davido’s legendary catalog.
With OBO bringing his A-game to Lagos for three royal nights, December just became the month no one will want to miss.
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