Adekunle Gold Makes History as First Artiste to Sell Out Wole Soyinka Centre
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has set a new milestone in the country’s live music scene after becoming the first artiste to sell out the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, Lagos.
The achievement followed a sold-out concert at the 3,560-capacity venue on Friday, December 26, 2025, marking a historic moment for the recently revamped cultural landmark.
In recognition of the feat, Adekunle Gold was presented with two plaques on Thursday, January 1, 2026. One plaque honoured him as the first musician to headline and sell out the venue, while the second acknowledged the concert’s organisers and record label.
The concert featured performances by Adekunle Gold alongside Olamide, with appearances from notable musicians including Yinka Ayefele and Adewale Ayuba, adding to the event’s star-studded atmosphere.
Reacting to the achievement, Adekunle Gold took to Instagram to thank his fans for their support, describing the concert as a fitting way to close out the year. He also hinted at taking the experience to other cities, asking followers where next he should bring the “Fuji experience”.
The milestone drew widespread praise from across the entertainment industry, with celebrities such as Davido, Brother Shaggy, Timi Agbaje, Obaksolo and BBNaija star Imisi sending congratulatory messages in the comments section of his post.
The sold-out show further cements Adekunle Gold’s standing as one of Nigeria’s leading contemporary music stars and underscores the growing significance of the Wole Soyinka Centre as a major venue for live performances.
