Detty December Fest 2025 wrapped up in Lagos on December 29, capping a month-long celebration of music, culture, and entertainment that has cemented its place as one of Africa’s premier end-of-year festivals. Held at Ilubirin from December 7 to 29, the festival featured four major highlight days and attracted hundreds of fans eager to experience what organisers describe as “Africa’s real summer.”
The closing days delivered electrifying performances from international headliners Busta Rhymes and Gunna, alongside top African acts including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Shenseea, Phyno, Fave, Juma Jux, Qing Madi, and Diamond Platnumz. The festival opened on December 7 with a theatrical spectacle featuring aerial ballerinas and performances by Nigerian music heavyweights Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Darey, Fola, Shoday, and Jerry Shaffer.
The event also received institutional support from the Federal Ministry of Art and Culture, with Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa praising it as a significant contributor to Nigeria’s cultural ecosystem and a boost for holiday tourism. Livespot360 Founder and CEO Deola Art Alade highlighted the strong audience turnout as evidence of the growing demand for large-scale December live experiences.
Co-Founder Darey Art Alade added that the festival was designed to reflect the vibrant spirit of Lagos, noting that the positive response from both fans and artists confirmed their vision. With its combination of global stars, African talent, and immersive production, Detty December Fest 2025 set a new benchmark for live entertainment, tourism, and cultural celebration in Lagos.
