Adekunle Gold becomes first artiste to sell out Wole Soyinka Centre

Singer Adekunle Gold has made history as the first artiste to sell out a show at the newly renovated Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts in Lagos

The achievement came on December 26, 2025, when Adekunle Gold filled the 3,560-seat venue—formerly the National Theatre—for his concert, Fuji. The event was among the first major live music performances hosted at the centre following its reopening in October 2025.

To commemorate the achievement, organisers presented two plaques: one to Something Different Management, Events and Record Label for organising the event, and another honoring Adekunle Gold as the first artiste to headline and sell out the venue.

The plaque for the label read:
“Something Different Management, Events and Record Label. Record label for Adekunle Gold sold out National Theatre event in Lagos, Nigeria.”

The concert offered a unique fusion of orchestral music and Afrobeats, with a full orchestra accompanying the singer throughout the performance. Guests were asked to attend in black tie, and the show drew prominent figures from Nigeria’s entertainment industry.

Rapper Olamide introduced Adekunle Gold, saying:
“Please join me in welcoming the big fish, AG Baby, Adekunle Gold, also known as Mr Kosoko. Sit back, relax, and enjoy good music.”

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The evening also featured appearances by Fuji legend Adewale Ayuba and gospel singer Yinka Ayefele, creating a diverse mix of musical styles for attendees.

The venue was renamed in honor of Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka following the extensive renovations of the National Theatre.