Umuahia, the capital city of Abia State, came alive on Friday night with a spectacular concert that blended contemporary Afrobeats with iconic highlife rhythms, drawing thousands of jubilant fans into an unforgettable night of music, dance, and celebration. The event, hosted at the Umuahia Township Stadium, marked the official unveiling of two newly launched radio stations—Don 103.7 FM and Ikoro 93.3 FM—by renowned Abia-born businessman and media entrepreneur Lucky Igbokwe.
The stadium overflowed with excitement as top Nigerian music stars, including global Afrobeats sensation Davido, dancehall king Timaya, pop hitmaker KCEE, and legendary highlife crooner Bright Chimezie, took to the stage in what was undoubtedly one of Umuahia’s most star-studded music nights in recent memory.
The event was more than just an entertainment showcase—it was a cultural celebration that connected generations of Nigerian music lovers. As fans trooped into the venue from every corner of the state and beyond, the city transformed into a carnival of lights, beats, and electrifying energy.
Davido, arguably the night’s main attraction, delivered a breathtaking performance that had the crowd in an uproar. The singer was welcomed with deafening cheers the moment he stepped onto the stage, with fans waving, screaming, and singing in unison. His rendition of his popular single “With You” was a standout moment of the night, as thousands of voices joined in to sing the lyrics word for word.
“This is love. This is real energy,” Davido exclaimed during his set, visibly moved by the audience’s reception. “Umuahia, una too much!”
Moments later, the stage lit up once again—this time with the magnetic presence of highlife legend Bright Chimezie, whose performance sparked a nostalgic wave among older fans while keeping the younger crowd fully engaged. Bursting with charisma, Chimezie thrilled the audience with his iconic track “Because of English,” dancing and swaying to the rhythm with the same passion that made him a household name decades ago.
“Music is a universal language,” Bright Chimezie said after his performance. “Tonight, I saw generations dancing together, singing together—this is the beauty of Nigerian music.”
The chemistry between Davido and Chimezie was a highlight of the evening. Just weeks earlier, the two artists had been spotted together in Lagos, prompting speculation about a potential musical collaboration. That speculation intensified in Umuahia, with many fans calling on Davido to team up with the highlife icon on a new record. From the stage and the stands, chants of “Collabo! Collabo!” echoed through the stadium.
Adding a cultural dimension to the excitement was the repeated reference to Davido as “our in-law,” a warm nod to his marriage to Chioma Avril Rowland, who hails from the Igbo ethnic group. Fans, clearly proud of the singer’s family connection to the region, embraced him as one of their own. Some waved banners that read, “Welcome Home, In-law!” while others showered him with Igbo cultural praise.
Also performing on the night were Timaya, who got the audience bouncing with hits like “I Can’t Kill Myself” and “Ukwu,” and KCEE, whose high-energy dance tracks stirred waves of excitement in every corner of the stadium.
Event organizer Lucky Igbokwe, popularly known as Don Lulu, expressed his joy at the turnout and success of the concert. In a brief address, he described the night as “a dream come true” and reaffirmed his commitment to creating more platforms that elevate talent and entertainment in the Southeast.
“This is more than a party. It’s the beginning of a media revolution in Abia State,” Igbokwe said. “Don 103.7 FM and Ikoro 93.3 FM will not only entertain—they will inform, educate, and empower the people of this great state and beyond.”
He went on to thank the artists, the audience, and the entire community for embracing the vision and making the launch a landmark event.
“I am proud to be from Umuahia, and I believe the time has come for us to showcase the best of our culture, creativity, and spirit to the world,” Igbokwe added.
Attendees, both young and old, could hardly hide their excitement at being part of what many described as a historic night for entertainment in the region.
“This is the kind of show we need in the East,” said a fan, Chika Okonkwo, who traveled from Aba to attend. “It’s not just about Davido or Chimezie—it’s about seeing our people come together to celebrate something positive.”
Another fan, Amaka Nwosu, said the concert exceeded her expectations. “I’ve never seen anything like this in Umuahia. It felt like Lagos came here tonight!”
The success of the event is already being talked about across social media, with hashtags like #DonFMUnveiling and #DavidoInUmuahia trending throughout the weekend. Videos of Davido and Bright Chimezie dancing side by side have also gone viral, further fueling hopes of a cross-generational hit song that could blend Afrobeats with traditional highlife.
As the night drew to a close and fireworks lit up the Umuahia sky, one thing was clear—this was not just the launch of two radio stations. It was the ignition of a new cultural wave, one that celebrates the richness of Nigerian music, the pride of Abia State, and the unifying power of entertainment.
With such a powerful kickoff, Lucky Igbokwe’s Don FM and Ikoro FM have positioned themselves as more than just radio brands—they are now symbols of a thriving entertainment culture in Nigeria’s Southeast.
