Olushola Omogbehin
The Nigerian Afrobeats megastar, Davido, has explained why he chose Akwa Ibom State as the first Nigerian destination for his much-anticipated music concert.
Disclosing this at a pre-concert reception in Uyo on Sunday, hosted by Governor Umo Eno and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Davido said his decision was informed by the state’s world-class infrastructure and conducive environment.
He further explained that the facilities in Akwa Ibom is among the best across Africa, thereby making it the ideal venue for his first live concert in Nigeria after 14 years on stage.
According to the music legend, everything about the state was “beautiful.”
“When we were looking around Africa, five places came, and Akwa Ibom was at the top of the list. A lot of people are flying from other states that don’t have this type of facility.
“I am excited, it is (the Akwa Ibom tour) the best of its kind. We toured America already and it was a great success, and we were looking for a good facility around Africa and Akwa Ibom is one of the places that we found out.
“You have a standard facility, that’s why we are starting here. As time goes, we will keep doing the other states and I am just excited the stadium is already filled up, so let’s get ready and shut it down,” Davido said.
Praising the state governor for his love for youth- and sport development, the Senate President Akpabio, also applauded Davido for his positive influence on the youths of Nigeria and urged him to feature upcoming Akwa Ibom artists on his international tours.
The Governor, Umo Eno expressed gratitude to Davido for inspiring the younger generation through his hard work and consistency.
“We want to thank you for being an inspiration to the younger generation. We are a youth-friendly state and we are trying to develop talents. Thank you for sharing the stage with some of our local entertainers, which is an inspiration to them that one day, they can also aspire to be like you,” the governor said.
