John Legend and Simi Light Up Lagos at Global Citizen’s Move Afrika Concert

American singer John Legend delivered a spectacular performance at the Global Citizen’s Move Afrika concert in Lagos, Nigeria, where he shared the stage with Nigerian star Simi.

The event, hosted by media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, also featured a set from DJ Consequence.

Legend captivated the audience with soulful renditions of his hit songs, including Ordinary People, Green Light, All of Me, and Refuge, during which Simi joined him on stage for a special moment.

Expressing his excitement, Legend told the crowd, “It’s been too long, I’ve missed you all. We belong together, Lagos.”

Throughout his performance, he showcased outfits designed by Nigerian brands Eleven Sixteen and Orange Culture, while his vocalists wore pieces from Elexiay and Wanni Fuga.

The Move Afrika tour aims to build a pan-African music touring circuit, fostering economic investment, infrastructure growth, and local job creation. The Lagos show marked a significant expansion of the initiative from East to West Africa, highlighting Nigeria’s rich musical heritage and cultural influence.

For a glimpse of the concert highlights, you can watch the performances here.