Renowned international music festival, Afro Nation has declared that it would no longer be holding its much awaited Nigeria edition in December.
As per the statement from the festival producers, this decision was taken because “it is currently not possible to deliver a show of the quality that Nigeria deserves in December 2023.”
The organisers expressed their deep affection for Nigeria in a social media statement stating that they were devastated by the cancellation.
The festival team wants attendees to know how committed they are to creating a fantastic Afro Nation show in Lagos that would make everyone proud in the long run.
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Afro Nation acknowledges the disappointment that this news has caused its devoted followers who had purchased tickets and guaranteed refunds.
“We know that you are as disappointed as we are and to all those who have purchased tickets, we love you and thank you for supporting us on this journey. We will refund all tickets including booking fees. Ticket buyers do not need to do anything but will receive an email with information outlining the refund process.,” the October 31 statement indicated.
After its African premiere in Ghana in 2019, the Afrobeats festival returned to Accra in December of last year.
The Marine Drive and Black Star Square welcomed the top stars in African music throughout that edition.
The 2019 event was held in Accra’s Laboma Beach.
Without the cancellation, Nigeria would have become the continent’s second country to do so.
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