MTV Base celebrated its 20th anniversary in grand style on Friday, 16 May 2025, as it kicked off Base Day 2025 with a vibrant concert at Voda Beach, Elegushi, Lagos.
The high-energy event marked the first stop in a three-city tour designed to honour two decades of MTV Base’s contributions to African music and youth culture. Thousands of music lovers gathered to witness a night filled with powerful performances, immersive cultural showcases, and nonstop entertainment.
Veteran Nigerian acts such as Faze and Bigiano delivered nostalgic sets, while emerging stars including Ayo Maff, Ayanfe, Rybeena, and Omizzy brought fresh energy to the stage, captivating younger audiences.
Faze
As evening fell, some of the continent’s top DJs — DJ Picasso, DJ Spin, DJ Dtunes, and DJ Venomm — delivered electrifying sets, blending classic hits with contemporary tracks that kept the audience dancing deep into the night.
The event, a bold statement on MTV Base’s dedication to promoting African talent, also featured cultural exhibitions celebrating African fashion, cuisine, and visual arts — adding layers of creativity to the musical showcase.
Barry Jhay
Busola Komolafe, Senior Channels Manager, Paramount Africa, reflected on the network’s journey:
“MTV Base has been a catalyst of the African cultural phenomenon that we are witnessing today globally, and this event was a celebration to honour 20 years of MTV Base’s impact on African music and culture. We are grateful to everyone who came out to be part of it. But the celebration doesn’t stop here — we are heading to Calabar and Abuja, and we can’t wait to create more unforgettable experiences with our community.”
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The Base Day 2025 tour continues in Calabar at the Hogis Royale Car Park, with the final stop scheduled for Abuja. Fans are encouraged to follow @mtvbasewest on all social platforms for updates and behind-the-scenes content from the tour.
