Dave Brings The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour to Lagos

History-making British-Nigerian rapper, producer, and songwriter Dave, also known as Santan Dave, will headline his first-ever shows in Nigeria on October 16 and 17 at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts in Lagos, bringing his acclaimed The Boy Who Played the Harp tour to a close. Presented by Live Nation and MASSIVE, the highly anticipated performances mark a significant moment for both the artist and Nigerian audiences.

Long celebrated for its unmatched energy, creativity, and influence across music, fashion, nightlife, and art, Lagos continues to shape global culture through the worldwide impact of Afrobeats and a new generation of African creatives redefining entertainment on a global stage. The shows bring one of the most important voices in contemporary British music to one of Africa’s most culturally influential cities, while further reinforcing Lagos’ growing position as a global destination for music, entertainment, and large-scale cultural experiences.

The announcement comes during a significant cultural moment for the city, following the reopening and renewed spotlight on the iconic Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, a historic symbol of Nigeria’s artistic heritage and an important marker of the city’s evolving live entertainment landscape. The Lagos dates will also serve as the closing shows of Dave’s global The Boy Who Played the Harp tour, which has included major stops across Europe and North America, as well as previously announced dates in South Africa, including a sold-out show at Grand Arena in Cape Town.

At just 27 years old, Dave has become one of the most influential artists of his generation and recently made history as the first and only UK rap artist to debut three consecutive studio albums at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart. With multiple BRIT Awards, an Ivor Novello Award, critically acclaimed projects, and sold-out shows around the world, he continues to connect with audiences across continents. For the British-Nigerian artist, whose parents are Nigerian, the Lagos performances also carry a deeper cultural significance as he brings his latest tour to a close in one of Africa’s most vibrant cultural capitals.

Tickets will be available starting with the Artist Presale beginning on Monday, 8 June at 10 a.m. local time. General on sale begins on Tuesday, 9 June at 10 a.m. local time exclusively via SANTANDAVE.COM.