Adekunle Gold has become the first artiste to sell out the newly-renovated National Theatre in Lagos.
The ‘Orente’ hitmaker reached the milestone on December 26, filling the 3,560-seat venue, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts.
On Thursday, Adekunle was presented with two plaques — one recognising the management and record label that organised the concert, and another honouring him as the first artiste to headline and sell out the theatre.
“Sometin different management, events and record label. Record label for Adekunle Gold sold out national Theatre event in Lagos, Nigeria,” the plaque for the record label reads.
The show featured a unique fusion of classical arrangements and Afrobeats, with Adekunle performing alongside a full orchestra, delivering an unforgettable musical experience for fans.
The concert, which had a black tie dress code, had quite a few surprises.
One of them was Olamide taking the stage to introduce Adekunle, describing him as a “refined and sophisticated” Afrobeats artiste.
“Ladiesneh and gentlemenSneh, I’m your host for todaySneh. They call me Baddosneh. I’m here to introduce one of the tiniest, most refined and sophisticated Afrobeats artists, known for his elegant style and impeccable finesse — a true embodiment of grandeur and top-tier artistry,” he had said.
“Please join me in welcoming the big fish, AG Baby, Adekunle Gold, also known as Mr Kosoko. Sit back, relax and enjoy good music.”
Olamide introduces Adekunle Gold at his historic headline concert at the National Theatre pic.twitter.com/BmMTKpn2aF
—TurnTable Charts (@TurntableCharts) December 26, 2025
The concert was also graced by music legends Adewale Ayuba and Yinka Ayefele.
