Kanye West Adds Lagos to 2024 Touring Shortlist

Renowned artist Kanye West, a recipient of 24 Grammy Awards, is on the brink of releasing a highly anticipated album titled ‘Vultures’ in 2024, a collaborative effort with TY Dolla $ign.

Excitement brews among Nigerians as rumors swirl about the possibility of a Kanye West concert in their homeland during the same year.

Amidst the buzz surrounding his upcoming album, Kanye West has unveiled plans for a series of releases, with the first installment scheduled for February 9.

Taking to his Instagram story, Kanye teased a potential touring lineup, featuring various global cities. Notably, Cairo, Egypt, Nairobi, Kenya, and Lagos, Nigeria stand out as the sole African destinations on the list.

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The prospect of Kanye West gracing Lagos with his presence has ignited fervor among fans eagerly anticipating the opportunity to witness one of the most illustrious and top-selling rappers of all time perform in the heart of Afrobeats culture.

Should Kanye West include Lagos in his 2024 tour itinerary, it would mark his second performance in the city, following his participation in the 2007 Mega Star Jam.

Furthermore, Kanye West has a storied history of engagement with Nigerian music.

His signing of D’Banj to his label, GOOD Music, in 2011, and subsequent collaboration on the ‘Scape Goat’ remix underscore his connection to Nigerian talent.

In a notable testament to Nigerian music’s global impact, Kanye West lauded Wizkid’s ‘Essence’ as the greatest song in the history of music in 2021.