The Detty December Fest is officially kicking off the countdown to its 2025 celebration in Lagos, Nigeria, with the highly anticipated announcement of its first wave of global headliners.
African and International Stars Set the Stage
Solidifying its position as a cultural powerhouse, the festival has secured an incredible roster featuring both international hip-hop giants and leading African talents. The entire month-long event, running from December 6th to 31st, will Be hosted at the Livespot Entertarium, Oba Elegushi Beach Road, Lekki, Lagos. Detty December Fest is ready to provide an unforgettable open-air coastal setting for the performances.
Fans can look forward to seeing multi-platinum selling American rapper, Busta Rhymes, a Hip-Hop icon, Bella Shmurda, Nigerian street-pop sensation, Juma Jux, Bongo Flava star from Tanzania.
Performance & Programming Schedule (First Wave):
Sat, Dec 6 — Grand Opening Concert (Aerial Show) [Ticket Link]
Sun, Dec 7 — Grand Opening Show: A Cinematic Live Experience [Ticket Link]
Sat, Dec 13 — Bella Shmurda Live [Ticket Link]
Sun, Dec 14 — Club X: The Beat Never Sleeps [Ticket Link]
Thu, Dec 18 — Juma Jux Live in Concert [Ticket Link]
Fri, Dec 19 — Busta Rhymes Live in Concert [Ticket Link]
Sat, Dec 20 — Christmas Like a Movie (Variety Show) [Ticket Link]
Sun, Dec 21 — Detty December Fest: One Night. Infinite Energy. [Ticket TBC]
Sun, Dec 28 — Gunna Live in Concert. [Ticket TBC]
Tue, Dec 30 — Last Call For… The Ultimate Detty December Rave [Ticket TBC]
(Additional artists, surprise guests, and programming will be announced soon.)
Exclusive Government Endorsement
Adding significant weight to the event’s stature, the press release included an exclusive message from Minister Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture & the Creative Economy. Minister Musawa officially endorsed the festival, positioning it as a key strategic national platform
About the Minister’s Message
Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa’s video message recognises Detty December Fest as a defining contributor to Nigeria’s cultural ecosystem, spotlighting its role in strengthening Nigeria’s global creative presence and attracting holiday tourism.
