Olamide, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage’s Performances, Pictures, Catchy Moments & Videos Of The Greater Lagos 2025 Countdown (watch)

The traditional Lagos countdown concert, which is organised by the Lagos State Government and which usually takes place from December 31st till January 1st, was held at the Tafawa Balewa Square on New Year’s Eve 2024 till New Year’s Day 2025.

This edition featured Wizkid, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Adewale Ayuba, Seyi Vibes, Shaffy Bello, Lojay and a host of other stars.

Events were also held in Ikorodu, Badagry and Ikeja, but the main event was at the Tafawa Balewa Square on Lagos Island.

Here are videos and pictures of the event.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended the artists and residents who made the #GreaterLagosCountdown2025 a resounding success.

In a statement posted O his X page after the event, Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed his gratitude to the talented artists who performed at the New Year countdown, including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, Olamide, Seyi Vibez, and many others.

He lauded their exceptional talent and passion, which illuminated the stage and brought immense joy to the people of Lagos.

The Governor also extended his appreciation to the residents of Lagos, who came together in unity to celebrate the start of a new year.

He noted that the event showcased the true spirit of Lagos, highlighting the city’s vibrant energy and the resilience of its people.

He wrote on X: “Last night, Lagos came alive in a way that only Lagos can! The energy at the Greater Lagos Countdown 2025 was electric, with the vibrant spirit of our people shining through every moment. It was a celebration like no other. Lagos is home.

“A heartfelt thank you to the incredible artists who honoured Lagos’ call to perform and made the night unforgettable—Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, Olamide, Seyi Vibez, and many more. Your talent and passion lit up the stage and brought joy to every corner of Lagos.

“To the amazing residents of Lagos who came together in unity, celebrating as one people with one purpose—thank you for showing the world the true Lagos spirit.

“Together, we ushered in 2025 with unmatched energy and pride. This is Lagos, and we lead”.

The #GreaterLagosCountdown2025 was a multi-location event, held across five major locations in the state, including Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos Island, and Epe.

The main stage was located at Tafawa Balewa Square on Lagos Island.

Some catchy moments:

A fan threw water at Wizkid and Wizkid warned him. A security guard was about to intervene, but Wizkid stopped him and grabbed his towel.

The fan threw water at Wizkid again and Wizkid used the towel to hit him

A fan ran onto the stage near the end of Burna Boy’s performance. Burna Boy looked like he was getting ready to fight the fan, but a security guard quickly intercepted the fan and threw him off the stage. Burna Boy then ended his performance early.

Burna Boy later took to his Instagram stories to apologise for kicking the fan.