At his sold-out concert at London’s O2 Arena, music star Rema took a heartfelt moment to honor Afrobeats icon D’banj, recognizing the veteran for paving the way for younger artists like himself.
To the excitement of the crowd, Rema welcomed D’banj on stage, applauding his major role in taking Afrobeats to a global audience, particularly in the UK.
He specifically pointed to D’banj’s 2012 chart-topping hit, “Oliver Twist,” which became the first Nigerian song to break into the top 10 of the UK’s official music chart.
Rema said …
“You were one of the first ones to bring Afrobeats to the UK. You and Don Jazzy held it down. Y’all opened that door.”
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He went on to express deep appreciation for the music legend and his influence on the industry and emerging talents.
“I appreciate you for life. I love you from the bottom of my heart. If you never existed, I would have never existed,” he added.
Reactions from fans poured in …
@Dammyace66 said: “Rema is very stupid, wizkid is the GOAT , nobody in Nigeria industry has as much impact as wizkid , ogun go kill anybody wey lie”
@AcePeur14341 remarked: “Dbanj is one of the most respected artist in Naija.”
@gidi_skillzie said: “Burna fit talk say Dbanj no be OG like that 😂”
@eaglebettor wrote: “1990 – 2025 kids would probably argue. But yes, Rema is a smart kid, and quick to give accolades. All he said said to Koko Master ain’t no lie. Dbanj delivered UK easily, he contributed immensely to afrobeats, just like 2baba, Don Jazzy, JimmyJatt, Cabasa.”
@Paul20274084992 said: “Rema no dey hesitate to give people flowers”
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