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The Digest:

Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy sent fans into a frenzy with an unannounced appearance during Shallipopi’s headline set at the Iconiq Fest in Lagos on Friday night. The surprise guest joined the rapper on stage at the Landmark Event Centre, delivering a joint performance that became the festival's most viral moment and capped off its successful three-day debut.

Key Points:
  • Burna Boy appeared casually dressed during the closing segment of Shallipopi’s set
  • The duo performed “Laho II (Remix)” before Burna Boy delivered his hit “Dem Dey”.
  • Shallipopi hailed Burna Boy as “ODG, the highest,” drawing massive cheers
  • The festival ran from December 18–20, featuring Chike, BNXN, and Shallipopi as headliners
  • Other performers included Famous Pluto and Zerry DL
  • The event marked a strong addition to Lagos’s annual “Detty December” festivities
  • No major disruptions were reported, with strong turnout across all three days
  • Burna Boy’s surprise set instantly became one of the most talked-about moments of the season
In a month already buzzing with concerts and comebacks, this unexpected collaboration was more than a performance; it was a lightning bolt of shared energy, a reminder that even in a curated festival storm, the most electric moments are often the ones that aren’t on the schedule.

Sources: Social Media

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