REMA, FLAVOUR, AND NAIRA MARLEY ALL SET TO PERFORM AT THE 7TH EDITION OF WEST AFRICA’S BIGGEST MUSIC FESTIVAL

February 13, 2020

Gidi Culture Festival (Gidi Fest), the largest music and arts festival
in West Africa, reveals the headliners for the 2020 Edition today –
REMA, FLAVOUR, and NAIRA MARLEY.

This year’s festival is themed “BRINGING IT HOME”, and for the
first time ever, Gidi Fest will be a multi-day event from 9th April to
11th April this easter at the CRICKET PITCH TAFAWA BALEWA SQUARE (TBS), LAGOS. It promises to be another packed program immersing people in the culture, showcasing local talent, whilst pairing the most exciting
artists in Nigeria, Africa and a selection of some the best UK and US
act.

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Rapidly rising teenage rapper Rema is set to kick things off on DAY 1 OF
GIDI FEST: THE HANGOUT. The Nigerian sensation is firmly leading the new
generation of afro-pop. Rema is here to energize the Gidi Tribe with
trap and afrobeat tracks like “DUMEBI”, “IRON MAN” and “BAD
COMMANDO” and celebrate the sound of now.

Africa’s Highlife king and Nigerian multi-instrumentalist, Flavour is
set to fill the pitch with legendary vibes on DAY 2: RHYTHM & SOUL,
whilst reflecting the uplifting and inclusive ethos of Gidi Culture
Fest. 15 years on into an illustrious career, that most recently saw him
collaborate on tracks with Yemi Alade and Wizkid, Gidi Fest presents a
rare chance to see this truly iconic performer live.

Naira Marley also makes his Gidi Fest debut this year, heading DAY 3:
GBE BODI E. Naira Marley stole the show at Wizkid’s Starboy Fest at
the O2 Arena headlined his concert in December and just sold out
“Marlian Fest” London at the O2 Brixton Academy. His controversial
single “AM I A YAHOO BOY” and hit track “SOAPY” took Naira to a new
level, after he was arrested in Nigeria with collaborator and Gidi Fest
2019 Next Gen artist Zlatan, Naira Marley has become a charismatic
symbol and leader for the young “MARLIANS” who have had enough. He
followed up with hit songs “MAFO” and “TESUMOLE”, and released
his sophomore EP “LORD OF LAMBA (LOL)” to cap off an amazing run-in
2019.

Gidi Culture Festival and Eclipse Live Co-Founder Chin Okeke said:

“2020 is all about bringing it home, whilst also throwing the most
global cultural celebration for the Gidi Tribe yet. A new venue, and 2
extra days, and so much exciting and important music, art, food and
games to share. It’s been a rewarding 7-year journey so far and
everything just keeps growing year on year, to now be considered the
biggest and most long-standing festival in the region is an incredible
achievement. We can’t wait to welcome more new people to Lagos than
ever before, showcase the best creative artists in Africa, and show our
thriving hometown of Lagos to the world during Lagos Music Week_”.

Following on from iconic editions featuring the likes of WIZKID, MALEEK
BERRY, BURNA BOY, TIWA SAVAGE, DAVIDO, TENI, DIPLO and MOONCHILD
SANELLY, Gidi Fest 2020 is set to be its biggest yet.

ABOUT GIDI CULTURE FESTIVAL

Gidi Culture Festival is a leading African brand, born in Lagos with a
global outlook. The annual Easter event celebrates the progression of
urban youth culture in Africa, through an expression of music, food,
art, games & travel.

Now in its 7th year, the 2020 line-up will include the best African and
international acts, the most exciting African artists, parties hosted by
the most progressive DJs, experiential zones, a diverse range of
Nigerian food vendors and much more…

Through the #MyGidi travel program, the team behind Gidi Fest also
offers a rich and varied travel experience for global travelers and the
diaspora that shares the unique and often overlooked aspects of a
vibrant and fast-paced West African city.