In a statement by his media aide, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the president acknowledged the contributions of the music star to Nigeria’s entertainment industry and commended his resilience, creativity, and indomitable Nigerian spirit.

“For more than 20 years, 2Baba serenaded us with soulful melodies, inspired generations, and carried the Nigerian flag with pride worldwide. His legendary song, ‘African Queen’, remains an evergreen classic that introduced the beauty of African music to the world, placing Nigeria at the heart of the global entertainment map,” President Tinubu stated.

The president also noted 2Baba’s patriotism and deployment of his platform to the promotion of peace, unity, and good governance in Nigeria.

President Tinubu prayed that the years ahead would bring the music virtuoso greater joy, fulfilment, and good health.

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While Lagos State will be represented  by a delegation of creatives, entrepreneurs, and innovators passionate about culture and its global relevance, Afrobeat musician, Innocent Idibia (a.k.a 2baba) will be leading performances to electrify the event with his musical skills, significantly at a time Billboard has named his hit song ‘African Queen‘ Best Afrobeat Song of All Time.

According to the Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Mr. Idris Aregbe, the Lagos State government’s participation is aimed at reinforcing the state’s global cultural presence, in line with the THEMES+ agenda of the administration.

He added that it would afford the state the opportunity to ‘tell our stories and secure a seat among global cultural hubs.’

The concert, labelled as “Rhythms of Africa” with the theme “Africa to the World: Culture, Creativity and Collaboration,” will be held at the Forum Auditorium, 500 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA.

CEO of the ACF, Wole Adeniyi, described the timing and collaboration as perfect for African growth and reconnection with its diaspora, promoting economic development.

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He said, “The Festival could not have come at a better time. Africa and the world need unity, collaboration, and creativity to forge a better future. ACF is a movement to reconnect Africa with its diaspora and reignite cultural and economic transformation.

Adeniyi, in his statement, added that for Tuface, the event will serve as a way to celebrate his legendary status as one of Africa’s foremost musicians, as Billboard has crowned his hit song “African Queen” the Greatest Afrobeat Song of All Time, topping its Best 50 Afrobeat songs.

“The song has been celebrated for its cultural significance, commercial success, and global impact,” he added.

The Festival Director, Foluke Michael, added that the festival would position Pennsylvania as ‘the new frontier for Africa’s global expansion through youth empowerment, heritage storytelling, and cross-continental business networking. ACF is a call to action, an investment, and a legacy for Africa and its diaspora.’

Other performers on the Billboard top 10 list include: Wizkid, Flavour, Rema, Tems, CKay, D’banj, Davido, Burna Boy and P-Square.

Renowned music executive producer and ACF Concert Director, Femi Ojetunde, emphasised that the ‘Rhythms of Africa’ will unleash a powerful new energy unlike anything the world has ever experienced.

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