Detty December Fest 2025 has concluded in Lagos, delivering a month-long celebration of music, culture and live experiences
The festival which held at Ilubirin from Dec. 7 to Dec. 29, was staged in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy.
Dubbed “Africa’s Real Summer”, Detty December Fest delivered a four-highlight-day programme within a month-long series of cultural and musical experiences that drew large crowds throughout December.
According to the organisers, the festival has now positioned itself as one of the most anticipated end-of-year events on the African continent.
The festival culminated in high-energy performances featuring international stars, leading African artistes and hundreds of fans in a vibrant celebration of music and culture.
International hip-hop stars, Busta Rhymes and Gunna, headlined the festival, drawing global attention to the Lagos-based event.
African music heavyweights: Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Shenseea, Phyno, Fave, Juma Jux, Qing Madi and Diamond Platnumz also delivered standout performances.
The festival officially opened on Dec. 7 with a theatrical spectacle featuring aerial ballerinas, setting the tone for the month-long programme.
According to the organisers, the grand opening night featured performances by Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Darey, Fola, Shoday and Jerry Shaffer.
The opening night combined music, stage design and live artistry, reinforcing the festival’s ambition to deliver a world-class entertainment experience.
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The festival collaborated with the Ministry as part of efforts to align creative entertainment with national cultural promotion.
The Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, described Detty December Fest as “a defining contributor” to Nigeria’s cultural ecosystem.
According to Musawa, the festival plays a key role in strengthening Nigeria’s global creative presence and driving holiday tourism.
The organisers said the Ilubirin waterfront location proved suitable for hosting large-scale international events.
The Spirit of Lagos
Reflecting on the festival’s success, Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Livespot360, Deola Art-Alade, highlighted Lagos state residents’ enthusiasm for live music.
“This year showed that the appetite for Detty December Fest is real,” Alade said.
According to her, Ilubirin demonstrated that Lagos state is ready to host a world-class December entertainment experience.
She added, “This is only the beginning”, signalling plans for future expansion of the festival.
Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Darey Art-Alade, said the festival was designed to reflect the spirit of Lagos state.
“We set out to create a festival that feels true to Lagos state, fresh and exciting,” Art-Alade said.
According to him, the positive response from artistes and fans confirmed the creative vision behind the event.
Detty December Fest 2025 set a new benchmark for live entertainment in Lagos state.
The festival built on the growing cultural momentum that has positioned Detty December as a major driver of entertainment, tourism and economic activity in Lagos state.
Organizers expressed confidence that Detty December Fest would continue to expand Nigeria’s influence in the global creative and live entertainment space.
NAN / Foluke Ibitomi