Global Afrobeat superstar Davido is set to electrify audiences at the historic 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Arole Oduduwa, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, as Ile-Ife prepares to host one of the most spectacular cultural festivals in recent African history.
The eight-day celebration, themed “Ten Years of Àse: A Reign of Peace, Culture, and Unity,” runs from November 30 to December 7, 2025, and is expected to attract world leaders, monarchs, scholars, cultural icons, and tourists from across the globe.
While the exact date and location of Davido’s performance are yet to be disclosed, fans are already anticipating one of the most electrifying moments of the festival, combining contemporary Afrobeat energy with the timeless cultural grandeur of Ile-Ife.
The festival promises a vibrant mix of tradition, innovation, and global African expression. Attendees can look forward to cultural showcases, heritage summits, a royal gala, a mystical procession of 401 Ifa deities, and a breathtaking fireworks-and-drone display narrating Yoruba history. Davido’s appearance is expected to draw massive crowds, both in-person and online, further amplifying the festival’s global reach.
While the press conference outlining the anniversary schedule was held earlier, organizers have emphasized that the events are designed to celebrate the Ooni’s decade of transformative leadership, highlight Yoruba heritage, and promote Pan-African unity.
“The Ten Years of Àse festival is a moment to celebrate peace, culture, and empowerment. We are thrilled to welcome global guests and celebrate with world-class entertainment,” palace representatives said.
In addition to Davido, the festival will feature an array of traditional performances, cultural exhibitions, and interactive experiences showcasing Yoruba art, fashion, music, and cuisine. Attendees can also explore innovative heritage projects initiated by the Ooni’s administration, such as youth-focused cultural entrepreneurship programs, the OjajaMore Shopping Malls, and the Inagbe Cocowood Factory.
The anniversary also underscores the Ooni’s efforts to connect Africa with its diaspora. Through initiatives like the Royal African Young Leadership Forum (RAYLF), the festival not only celebrates culture but also inspires and empowers emerging leaders from across the continent.
With Davido ready to headline, excitement across Ile-Ife and the global African community has reached a fever pitch. Social media is already buzzing with anticipation, as fans plan to witness a historic fusion of royal tradition and contemporary Afrobeat spectacle.
As the countdown begins, Ile-Ife stands poised to transform into a global hub of African culture, unity, and celebration, reaffirming its status as the cradle of Yoruba civilisation. Davido’s performance promises to be a defining highlight of what organizers are calling the most ambitious and thrilling anniversary festival in the Ooni’s ten-year reign.