LAGOS — Nigerian music legend D’Banj, popularly known as the Koko Master, headlined the C.R.E.A.M Experience 3.0 concert at the National Arts Theatre in Lagos on Friday night. Daily Nigerian confirmed the performance. The concert drew a large crowd of fans who came to experience one of Nigeria’s most enduring musical entertainers in a night of nostalgia, energy, and celebration.
D’Banj delivered a high-energy performance that reminded audiences why he remains one of Nigeria’s most beloved entertainers despite the controversies and legal battles that have marked recent years of his career. He performed a range of his biggest hits spanning different eras of his career.
The National Arts Theatre in Lagos has undergone significant renovation in recent years as part of the federal government’s cultural infrastructure investment. It now hosts major concerts and cultural events that were previously held at private venues or abroad. Its revival as a performance venue represents a positive development for Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
D’Banj’s Career
D’Banj is one of the pioneering figures of Afrobeats’ global expansion. His collaboration with Kanye West in 2012 was one of the first major international partnerships between a Nigerian artist and an American music mogul. His hit Oliver Twist was one of the first Nigerian songs to chart in the United Kingdom.
Despite legal challenges, including allegations that were later withdrawn, D’Banj has maintained an active performance career and a loyal fanbase. The CREAM Experience 3.0 concert is part of his ongoing effort to reconnect with audiences and demonstrate his enduring relevance as a live performer.
Event organisers said the CREAM Experience franchise has become one of Nigeria’s most anticipated concert properties. They said plans are already underway for future editions that will continue to celebrate the full spectrum of Nigerian musical heritage from Afrobeats to highlife, hip-hop, and R&B.
